LAST LOOK

SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE

Beautiful yarrow flowers.

Sustainability is the wave of the future. Soon buildings, houses and units will move toward sustainability standards just out of the need to adjust to climate change and protect our natural resources. Other than choices such as different types of ground coverings (e.g., rocks, cobblestone, bark, or even synthetic grass), you can find many attractive plants that require little water but offer beautiful aesthetics to build a stunning look.

Achillea (Yarrow) – we all love color and flowers yet we don’t want those plants that (a) require too much water or (b) a lot of maintenance. This plant is easy to plant and maintain and requires full sun and well-drained soil.

Allium (Ornamental Onion) – how about a gorgeous lavender-colored flower that attracts butterflies and honeybees with its sweet nectar? A popular choice, renters will enjoy the insect life that comes to rest on its flowers.

(Thirft, False Sea Pink) – a pop color, in this case pink, makes any flower bed look beautiful. This grows well near salt water and makes any rock garden look appealing.

(Butterfly Weed) – why not add some fun, floppy orange flowers to your garden? These flowers look great on the kitchen table, too.

– a cute, little bush that shows well in small spaces, this drought-tolerant gem is an eye-pleaser.

Lantana (Lantana Camara) – looks just colorful and bright, but it can be invasive. Plant it in window boxes, deck pots, hanging baskets, or barrels, and you will be pleased.