On the Dry Side
The Okanagan Xeriscape Association Blog
Trimming Ornamental Grasses
Trimming your ornamental grasses depends on whether they are Evergreen, Cool Season, or Warm Season varieties.
Seasonal Ornamental Grasses
An important distinction in the world of ornamental grasses is whether they are warm season, cool season, or evergreen.
Drip Irrigation Maintenance
A well maintained drip irrigation system is the most effective way of watering plants in the Okanagan. It distributes water directly to the root zone with the minimum evaporation waste.
Growing the UnH20 Garden
An expansion of the UnH2O Garden will illustrate drought-tolerant trees, shrubs and cedar hedge alternatives.
Soils of the Okanagan Part II
A good understanding of the composition and texture of your soil is key to successful xeriscape gardening
Garden Design
A well-designed landscape is a balance: of size, shape, colour and texture. Repeating groups of similar plants throughout the garden creates a sense of continuity and will be more pleasing to your eye.
Trimming Ornamental Grasses
Trimming your ornamental grasses depends on whether they are Evergreen, Cool Season, or Warm Season varieties.
Seasonal Ornamental Grasses
An important distinction in the world of ornamental grasses is whether they are warm season, cool season, or evergreen.
Drip Irrigation Maintenance
A well maintained drip irrigation system is the most effective way of watering plants in the Okanagan. It distributes water directly to the root zone with the minimum evaporation waste.
Growing the UnH20 Garden
An expansion of the UnH2O Garden will illustrate drought-tolerant trees, shrubs and cedar hedge alternatives.
Soils of the Okanagan Part II
A good understanding of the composition and texture of your soil is key to successful xeriscape gardening
Garden Design
A well-designed landscape is a balance: of size, shape, colour and texture. Repeating groups of similar plants throughout the garden creates a sense of continuity and will be more pleasing to your eye.