Plants have evolved a range of ways to survive drought under a blazing summer Okanagan sun.
Built for Drought: How Plants Survive the Heat
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The OXA Blog
XERISCAPE GARDENING
Pulsatilla vulgaris
Pulsatilla vulgaris is one of the earliest blooming spring perennials in the Okanagan
Fire-Smart Plant Choices
Fire-smart landscapes can help resist wildfires. Find out how.
Native Plants in Xeriscape
Native plants can make a very beneficial addition to your xeriscape garden.
Leave the Leaves – part two!
Learn when “leave the leaves” helps your garden, and when raking is essential to prevent disease and damage
Why Some Popular Plants Don’t Thrive in the Okanagan
Discover why soil, water, and temperature extremes matter more than plant trends.