On the Dry Side

The Okanagan Xeriscape Association Blog

Allium for the Xeriscape Garden

February 2021 | "GARDENING WITH NATURE", Bulbs, Perennials

Allium can provide wonderful additions to the xeriscape garden

Hedge Alternatives- Part 2

January 2021 | Hedging Alternatives, Landscaping, Shrubs

This is the second in a pair of blog articles on hedge choices for the Okanagan. This article will address non-native options.

Hedge Alternatives- Part 1

January 2021 | Hedging Alternatives, Landscaping, Shrubs, XERISCAPE GARDENING

There are many alternatives to the ubiquitous water loving cedar hedge. This entry suggests some native plant choices.

Mulch Flammability

December 2020 | Mulch, XERISCAPE GARDENING

This blog will cover a set of flammability tests conducted by OXA on organic mulches commonly available in the Okanagan

Mulches for Okanagan Xeriscaping

November 2020 | Mulch

Mulches are an important part of xeriscaping. We discuss advantages and disadvantages of common mulches

Rhubarb– A Water-Wise Edible Perennial

September 2020 | Vegetables

Rhubarb is a low-maintenance water-wise edible perennial that will contribute nicely to your garden and your kitchen.

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Welcome to the Blog

Our blog is a space to share more in-depth information on how to garden with nature while conserving water in the Okanagan Valley.

Among other contributors, it includes “Gardening with Nature” articles by our Executive Director, Sigrie Kendrick, and articles by co-founder Gwen Steele.

We hope to create a valuable archive of articles to add to your xeriscape resources. If you have questions sparked by these articles, please reach out to the amazing contributors to the Okanagan Master Gardeners FaceBook page. They offer a wealth of gardening information.

Welcome to the Blog

Our blog is an opportunity to share information on how to garden with nature while conserving water in the Okanagan Valley.

Among other contributors, it includes “Gardening with Nature” articles by our Executive Director, Sigrie Kendrick, as well as articles by co-founder Gwen Steele.

As a group blog and forum, we welcome your contributions and comments and hope to create a blossoming community of xeriscape gardeners as well as a valuable archive of articles.