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Common name:Bi-colored Hesperaloe
Botanical name:Hesperaloe parviflora 'Duet'
Spectacular accent for desert gardens anywhere. Plants tolerate drought, full sun, reflected heat, and poor soils. Forms rosettes of leaves 4' x 6'. The red and yellow flower stalks emerge in spring and remain on the plant until the end of summer. - Mountain States Nursery
| Designer: Jonathon Gore | Texas Tech El Paso 3 |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Soils and Compost:
Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.
Water Saving Tip:
Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.
Integrated Pest Management:
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.