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​1808 Albany St (Elliott Side) - Under the Oaks

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It's important to keep summer water to a minimum especially under our Oak trees - these plants only need water for the first two years to establish.  This garden also utilizes a grassed swale to sink in water and recharge the aquifer. A swale is a shallow channel with gently sloping sides designed to manage water runoff, filter pollutants, and increase rainwater infiltration.

Garden Highlights​: 

  • ​California native plants that are adapted to our Summer dry climate
  • Milkweed masses to feed Monarch butterflies
  • Sawcut existing concrete path to create pavers
  • Swales and infiltration basins - sink the water in - don't lose it to the storm drain
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  • Home
  • Landscape Plans
    • Gardening Under the Redwoods
    • The Perennial Meadow
    • Under the Oaks
    • Extremes of Drought Tolerance
    • Permaculture Garden
    • Cottage Garden
    • Contemporary Garden
    • Fire Wise Strategies
  • Plant List
    • Master Gardener List
    • Habitat Corridor Project List
    • Fire Wise
  • Work Days
    • Progress
  • Give
  • Contact
    • Press