On the Dry Side
The Okanagan Xeriscape Association Blog
How Okanagan Native Plants Survive Fire
Find out how native plants have adapted to survive fire in the Okanagan
Okanagan Xeriscape Blooms Into Fall
Three long-blooming, drought-tolerant perennials to keep your Okanagan xeriscape vibrant into fall.
Caryopteris
Caryopteris brings deep indigo-violet flowers from August well into October, when little else is blooming.
How to Save Your Plants During Okanagan Water Restrictions
Learn how to protect your plants during Okanagan water restrictions and let your lawn go!
Xeriscape Plants Toxic to Dogs
Learn which toxic plants to avoid in your xeriscape garden to keep your pets safe.
Salvia farinacea
Salvia farinacea ‘Unplugged White’ provides season-long water-wise white blooms
How Okanagan Native Plants Survive Fire
Find out how native plants have adapted to survive fire in the Okanagan
Okanagan Xeriscape Blooms Into Fall
Three long-blooming, drought-tolerant perennials to keep your Okanagan xeriscape vibrant into fall.
Caryopteris
Caryopteris brings deep indigo-violet flowers from August well into October, when little else is blooming.
How to Save Your Plants During Okanagan Water Restrictions
Learn how to protect your plants during Okanagan water restrictions and let your lawn go!
Xeriscape Plants Toxic to Dogs
Learn which toxic plants to avoid in your xeriscape garden to keep your pets safe.
Salvia farinacea
Salvia farinacea ‘Unplugged White’ provides season-long water-wise white blooms