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Find Plants by Maintenance Level

Maintaining a garden in Southern California should be a pleasure, not a chore. Whether you’re a hands-on gardener or prefer a low-maintenance landscape, our database helps you find plants that fit your lifestyle.

Discover which varieties thrive with minimal care and which ones are worth the extra effort.

Echeveria 'Afterglow' is a stunning succulent with large rosettes of powdery lavender-pink leaves edged with delicate pink margins.

Succulent

Afterglow Echeveria

Aloe vera, also known as the "burn plant" or "medicine plant," is a versatile succulent valued for medicinal properties and ornamental appeal.

Succulent

Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Highlight’ is a striking evergreen shrub native to Australia.

Shrub

Australian Rosemary

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Herbaceous

Anigozanthos 'Big Red', commonly known as kangaroo paw, is a stunning perennial plant native to Australia.

Subshrub

Big Red Kangaroo Paw

Hydrangea macrophylla, commonly known as bigleaf hydrangea, is a deciduous shrub known for its large, showy flower clusters and lush foliage.

Shrub

Bigleaf Hydrangea

Festuca glauca, commonly known as blue fescue, is a compact ornamental grass valued for its striking blue-gray foliage and fine texture.

Grass

Blue Fescue Grass

The Blue Flame Agave features striking blue-green leaves, ideal for low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscapes.

Cactus

Blue Flame Agave

Podocarpus elongatus 'Monmal Blue', commonly known as blue-leaved totara, is a striking evergreen conifer native to New Zealand.

Tree

Blue Yellowwood

Euphorbia cotinifolia, commonly known as the Himalayan spurge, is a unique evergreen shrub native to the Himalayan region.

Shrub

Caribbean Copper Plant

Explore the Century Plant, perfect for xeriscaping with its large, rosette leaves and sharp edges. Thrives in full sun and dry soil.

Cactus

Grow your own cilantro, a staple herb for global cuisines, thriving in cool, moist conditions and perfect for container gardening.

Herbaceous

Pelargonium 'Citronella', also known as citronella geranium, is a fragrant perennial prized for its lemon-scented foliage and colorful blooms.

Shrub

Citronella Geranium

Salvia clevelandii 'Winnifred Gilman', commonly known as Winifred Gilman Cleveland sage, is a drought-tolerant perennial native to California.

Shrub

Gardenia jasminoides 'Diamond Spire' is a compact evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green foliage and fragrant white flowers.

Shrub

Diamond Spire Gardenia

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Herbaceous

Ruschia lineolata 'Nana', commonly known as dwarf ruschia, is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to South Africa.

Succulent

Dwarf Carpet of Stars

English lavender is perfect for creating soothing landscapes, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil with aromatic purple blooms.

Subshrub

English Lavender

Scaevola spp., commonly known as fan flower, is a genus of flowering plants native to Australia and the Pacific Islands.

Groundcover

Heliotrope 'Fragrant Delight' is a delightful perennial plant with clusters of small, fragrant flowers and attractive, dark green foliage.

Shrub

Fragrant Delight

Cultivate sweet strawberries, ideal for rich soil and full sun, yielding fruit from spring to early summer.

Herbaceous

Garden Strawberry

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Herbaceous

Liriope gigantea, also known as giant liriope or giant lilyturf, is a clump-forming perennial native to East Asia.

Grass

Hydrangea 'Bloomstruck' is a stunning cultivar of the bigleaf hydrangea with prolific blooms and vibrant colors.

Shrub

Hydrangea 'Bloomstruck'

Anigozanthos 'Kanga Pink', commonly known as kangaroo paw, is a stunning perennial plant native to Australia.

Subshrub

Kanga Pink Kangaroo Paw

Pittosporum tenuifolium, commonly known as Kohuhu or tawhiwhi, is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand.

Shrub

Rosa ‘KORbin’, is a classic and popular cultivar prized for its profusion of white flowers and disease-resistant nature.

Shrub

Add exotic flair with Lady's Slipper Orchids, ideal for indoor settings with moderate light and high humidity.

Orchid

Lady's Slipper Orchid

Brighten your garden with Lantana's colorful, ever-changing blooms. Drought-resistant and perfect for attracting wildlife.

Shrub

Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' is a compact, low-growing perennial with vibrant burgundy foliage.

Groundcover

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