El Paso Desert Botantical Gardens 15

Common name:Butterfly Bush, Summer-Lilac
Botanical name:Buddleja davidii

Butterfly bush is a fast growing deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub ranging from 3' up to 10', with an open, rangy growth habit. It should be cut back nearly to the ground in fall for size control and appearance. Purple, pink, white or red flowers appear in spring and summer, attracting butterflies. This shrub looks great in mass plantings.

Common name:Dusty Miller, Beach Sage
Botanical name:Artemisia stellerana 'Silver Brocade'

This plant is a dense woody perennial which grows to 2' in height and has a prostrate growth habit. The leaves are felty silvery, deeply lobed and aromatic. It is used in seaside gardens and borders. It prefers afternoon shade in desert areas and well draining soil. Yellow inconspicuous flowers bloom in spring. Deadhead after blooms are spent to prevent seeds from sowing.

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:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.