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Common name:Giant Feather Grass
Botanical name:Stipa gigantea
This grass will grow 2'-3' tall and 2'-3' wide. It has narrow, dark green leaves with golden flowers that bloom in the summer. Tall grasses are highly combustible.
Common name:Torch Lily
Botanical name:Kniphofia hybrids
This perennial will grow to about 6' tall and has large green leaves with red, orange, and yellow flowers that bloom in spring, summer, and fall.
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Soils and Compost:
Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.