Consider allocating a portion of your garden to native Okanagan plants which thrive in our semi-arid valley.
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The OXA Blog
Landscaping
Planting in the right spot
There are no absolutes in gardening. What I consider in some situations to be ‘garden thugs’ are ‘landscape heroes’ under other conditions.
Alternative Lawns
One of the easiest ways to reduce your water use on the landscape is to consider alternatives to the traditional lawn.
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.
Plan Your Garden
Whether planning a small condo patio or a large acreage, a renovation to an inherited space or the blank slate that comes with a new build, planning your garden is paramount.
Hedge Alternatives- Part 2
This is the second in a pair of blog articles on hedge choices for the Okanagan. This article will address non-native options.