Common name:Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree
Botanical name:Ficus elastica
This evergreen tree will grow 25'-50' tall and has dark green, leathery leaves with rosey pink sheaths.
Common name:Queen Palm
Botanical name:Syagrus romanzoffianum
This palm has a very straight trunk to about 50' in height. It has arching, feathery, bright green, glossy leaves that can be 10'-15' long. It is fragile in heavy winds and a fast grower. It will become damaged in temperature below 24 degrees F.
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Soils and Compost:
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.
Integrated Pest Management:
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.