Develop resilience in the foothills by harnessing the strengths of the Nifty Nine. They earned this designation by addressing multiple Sierra Madre community goals, which include mitigating fire and slide potential, supporting wildlife and human health, and saving both water and energy.
Ribes: Adds delicate Wisteria-like flowers to shade and rain environments
Manzanita: Enjoys full sun and offers edible berries and blooms
Oregon Grape (Spring): Resists fire, produces grapes, attracts wildlife, and enjoys both rain and shade gardens
Oregon Grape in Fall: Resists fire, produces grapes, attracts wildlife, and enjoys both rain and shade gardens
White Sage: Attracts wildlife, edible, and incredibly fragrant foliage
These dramatic wand-like blooms emerge from the silvery foliage of White Sage to the delight of native birds.
Catalina Cherry: An attractive, delicious hedge
Catalina Cherry: An attractive, delicious hedge
California Yucca: A real powerhouse! Enjoys full sun, resists fire, and nearly every aspect is edible
California Yucca: A real powerhouse! Enjoys full sun, resists fire, and nearly every aspect is edible
Hummingbird Sage, Salvia spathacea: Attracts wildlife, including hummingbirds, while brining an intoxicating scent to shade and rain gardens
Dwarf Coyote Bush: Resists fire, attracts wildlife, and beautifully retains slopes – an ideal plant for the foothills!
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