Some sources suggest planting Woolly Blue Curls as an annual. It has grown very slowly, but steadily. However, we removed Rising Sun from the Palo Alto Demonstration Garden because it had a twisting way of growing that we didn't find attractive. Some have fine leaves; others have courser leaves. Copyright The Regents of the University of California, Davis campus. For more information . Her work examines how grapevines mitigate stress and the consequences for growth, yield and water use. He is also theCalifornia. Arbutus unedaor Strawberry Tree is a small tree with dark green leaves. Friends of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Plant Sales, UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Plant Lists, Save water, but also save trees during drought, Save Trees during Drought with New Tree Right Irrigation Contraption (TRIC), A more in-depth look at food gardening with less water, 10 tips for vegetable gardening during a drought, UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Planting Plans, Water-Efficient Landscape Gardens in the Sacramento Region, Reading List for Designing a Woodland Landscape, California Landscape Contractors Association, Irrigation Association Certified Professionals, nd Public Garden Sustainable Gardening Toolkit, Keeping Plantings Alive Under Drought or Water Restrictions, Guidelines for Managing Drought in the Urban Landscape, Northern California Regional Water Authority. The plumes look especially lovely in the fall afternoon light. Occasional water will encourage repeat blooms. Urban heat effects on plants; What is 'drought resistance'? In February, some of the longer canes of 'Happenstance' are pruned back to about two feet to keep the rose a three-foot mounding shrub over the summer. We pruned ours back to 4 inches to help control its size. is a professor and UC Cooperative Extension rangeland watershed specialist, as well as the Russell L. Rustici Endowed Chair in Rangeland Watershed Sciences. Haven Kiers, (she/hers),is an assistant professor of landscape architecture and environmental design in the Department of Human Ecology. Contact: Samuel Sandoval, is the soil-plant-water relations and irrigation management specialist in UC Cooperative Extension in the Department of Land, Air, and Water Resources. Although considered drought tolerant, Leucadendrons require more water than most water wise plants. The best time to start a new plant is during the rainy season. He can discuss energy used to produce fresh water and water consumed in energy production at a local, national or global scale. PADG notes: This slow growing plant has not had problems with pests or diseases. We asked some of our Aggies what theyd like to say to their moms today. PADG Notes: Echeveria Imbricata, a UC Davis Arboretum All-Star, is featured in the Demonstration Garden. Rosy buckwheat shines in late summer when the flowers turn from rosy to a coppery tint. His research focus is the function and transport of nutrients in plants in agricultural systems. To learn more aboutSalvias, we suggest reading Betsy Clebsch's The New Book of Salvias. The only maintenance this plant needs is to cut back the inflorescence after the flowers have dropped off. Coppicing means to cut back a plant to about one foot from the ground. PADG Notes: 'Winnifred Gilman' is pruned back by about a third in the late summer and early fall to prolong the life of the plant and maintain a nice shape. That is the only maintenance needed for these trouble-free plants. If this shrub is in a very visible spot, it may be desirable to cut off the brown leaves for a cleaner appearance. Valley Oak Cottage The plant is edible and its star-shaped blue flowers taste like cucumber. PADG Notes:WhenSisyrinchium bellumdies back with hot weather, the dried foliage is removed. The bronzy colored new foliage is also attractive. The findings, published in the journal Annals of Botany, could speed up the development of grape rootstocks that protect vines from dry conditions, helping the grape and wine industry adapt to climate change.. Elkhorn Native Plant Nursery. Contact:manocco@ucdavis.edu, @mallika_nocco on Twitter. Ceanothusvarieties originally from the coast, such as Carmel Creeper, are more tolerant of summer water. The leaves can be up to seven inches wide, which can hide the interesting maroon flowers that bloom in late winter or early spring. The plant is known to attract hummingbirds. Tall stems should be cut down when flowers have faded. Warning:Lobeliamay cause serious illness or death if eaten. . He also studies impacts of climate change and cropping systems on evapotranspiration. PADG notes: In the Water Wise Garden, severalHeuchera maximaare growing in a shady spot where the soil is quite rich. The flowers have been pretty but sparse and the plant does not look vigorous. He holds the Roy J. Shlemon Chair in Applied Geosciences. She can discuss how to create and maintain drought- tolerant landscapes that support pollinators and other species throughout the urban environment. Deadheading will encourage the flowers to come back in the fall. Karrigan Bork, (he/him), a professor in the School of Law, can discuss legal and ethical issues related to ecological restoration, invasive species, endangered species (particularly trout and salmon), ecosystem management, the California Delta, the public trust, and other topics related to environmental and water law. To maintain, prune out dead leaves at their base, but don't try to reduce size ofPhormiums by cutting back the leaves. Some reseeding will occur, but not aggressively. With less water during the growing season, the plants are smaller with fewer flowers, but the blooms are still striking. PADG notes: Seafoam has been used as a small edging plant in the Demonstration Garden. Beth Forrestel,(she/her), is anassistant professor of plant biologyin the Department of Viticulture and Enology. The plant divides easily but it doesn't seem to require dividing to stay vigorous. Some Echeverias do well in full sun, but Imbricata seems to do better in half shade and with a drip very close to the roots. Ken Tate, (he/him),is a professor and UC Cooperative Extension rangeland watershed specialist, as well as the Russell L. Rustici Endowed Chair in Rangeland Watershed Sciences. Enjoys full sun to part shade, good drainage and little water. Christmas Cheer blooms in the fall and winter unlike many otherKniphofias. Echeverias are sometimes called Hen and Chicks, but so are Sempervivums, another succulent. PADG notes:The tree is a focal point during winter in the garden. Contact: 530-754-1041. , (she/her), associate professor in integrated hydrologic science at the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, can discuss the impact of climate change on the snowpack, surface water quantity and quality, and long-term trends in water resources availability and sustainability. Be sure to cover seeds with mulch to hide them from the birds and water regularly until they sprout if the winter rains have not arrived. Though the plant looks best when watered several times a summer, bulbinecan survive on less water. How much to prune is a matter of deciding the desirable size of the plants in the garden. Plants for drought tolerant landscapes Statewide Drought Update Julie Saare-Edmonds, CA Department of Water Resources Irrigation System Audit Loren Oki, UC Davis and UC Cooperative Extension Scheduling Irrigation: How Much and When Loren Oki, UC Davis and UC Cooperative Extension WUCOLS IV Dave Fujino, CA Center for Urban Horticulture, UC Davis We are trying it in a shady spot. PADG notes: California asterspread very rapidly even without supplemental water. Andrew Fulks, (he/him), assistant director of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden, manages the campuss natural landscape areas for teaching, research and public use. For best flowering, corms should be divided every two to three years. It's very tolerant of clay and wet soil, and it can stand some drought once the plant is established. Avoid summer water especially in clay soil. Contact: 530-752-5671. This type of Silphium is extremely popular with birds and butterflies. Several Master Gardeners have not foundPolygala fruticosato be long-lived in their home gardens. He can also discuss water and energy policy. Peter Moyle, (he/him),is a professor emeritus of fish biology in the Department ofWildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology and associate director of the Center for Watershed Sciences. University of California, Davis, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616 | 530-752-1011Help | Questions or comments? He can discuss the impact of drought on the economy, commodity and food markets, food availability, and consumer food prices. On this page you willfind links to plant lists incorporating Arboretum All-Stars and other region-appropriate, low-to-medium water plants. PADGnotes: Although ourScillaplants are in beds that receive water every three weeks in the dry season, some of our gardeners have had success at home in beds that only receive winter rains. Note that there are over 250 species and hybrids ofGrevillea. He can explain how farmers are likely to adjust the crops they grow, as well as how food prices will be affected in California and around the nation. It is highly recommended as a medium-sized rose for water-wise perennial gardens. During the dry season, drip irrigation is used every three weeks. This is an attractive low-water plant, although the UC Davis Arboretum suggests givingM. dubiaslightly more water thanM. rigens. Lavandula stoechasis an early bloomer and will repeat bloom if deadheaded and given supplemental water. , (he/him), a professor of plant sciences, can discuss how forests and grasslands respond to climate change, drought and fire. Be aware that geranium Biokovo can become aggressive and spread quickly if planted in soil that is fertilized and watered regularly. This grass needs occasional water and good drainage. PADG notes: The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden has severalKniphofiasincluding Christmas Cheer', which is a UC Davis Arboretum All-Star. He holds the Roy J. Shlemon Chair in Applied Geosciences. UC Davis to research whether agave plants could be a drought tolerant and sustainable crop for California, as the tequila and mezcal industry grows. It may need more water than most manzanitas. Contact:ejforrestel@ucdavis.edu. It is extremely drought tolerant once established. Researchers are discovering exactly how far . Only prune branches that are an inch or less in size. PADG Notes: To keep thyme neat, the faded flowers are sheared back in early spring. Kurapia: A New Low-Water Groundcover The CCUH has been involved in researching the performance of Kurapia (Lippia nodiflora), a new low-water groundcover developed in Japan. All rights reserved. The UC Davis Wildfire, Smoke and Air Quality experts list is also available. The big drawback to Linaria is that it reseeds. After the first set of blooms finishes,catmint should be cut back several inches to keep it from getting leggy and encourage another set of blooms. To encourage new blooms and keep the plant looking fresh, remove the entire flowering stalk. We've used short silver plants as edging throughout the Demonstration Garden to tie the garden together visually. Some make great ground covers; others grow to be the size of the small trees. Tagetes lemmoniiis not long-lived in the garden, but if you like yellow flowers and enjoy the smell of its leaves this plant is worth planting. These are good background shrubs for places that get no irrigation. Unfortunately, snails and slugs love these plants. MostCeanothusneed to be planted in a dry part of the garden because they are very sensitive to summer watering. Cheers to the four amazing UC Davis alumni pictured here, alongside @Chancellor_May, your alumni association Executive Director Dana Allen and CAAA Board President Charles Melton 08. PADGnotes:This plant is used as an accent plant in both the native and non-native garden beds with good results. He is a professor in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources and a UC Cooperative Extension groundwater hydrologist. The plant spreads by underground rhizomes and can eventually cover a large area. Researchers at UC Davis, UCANR and CCUH conducted an irrigation trial of Kurapia. This plant is drought tolerant, low maintenance, and very reliable, with few pest and disease problems. Scientists at the University of California, Davis, have identified new root traits that help grapevines resist drought. It's called the cup plant because water collects in cups formed where the leaves meet the stems. Edward Ned Spang, (he/him), assistant professor of food science and technology, is an expert on the water-energy nexus, the inextricable link between water and energy. Blooming all summer, it is a focal point in the garden. California poppies can be problematic because they are aggressive reseeders. Otherwise, this is a maintenance-free plant. The tree produces a large nut that resembles a buck's eye, thus the name. Some types ofRibeswork well in full sun. The nuts easily reseed where they fall, so collect them if new sprouts are not desired. 17. It sometimes has a small bloom in the late summer and fall as well. Several years ago, a Woolly Blue Curls plant was added to our California native plant bed. Contact:nafangue@ucdavis.edu. Majdi Abou Najm,(he/him), is an associate professor in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, and associate director of initiatives for the John Muir Institute of the Environment. Be careful of the sap as it may irritate the skin. I think that those elements are important for our home environments, said Lewis. Contact: lroki@ucdavis.edu. Contact: 530-379-9549,ikisekka@ucdavis.edu. In the demonstration garden we removedTagetes lemmoniibecause it repeatedly suffered frost damage and was not attractive. She works with growers, policymakers, and water districts to develop irrigation management strategies that balance farm livelihoods and water conservation. Once the plants become mature, up to one third of the large woody branches are pruned to control plant size and maintain vigor. Helen Dahlke, (she/her), associate professor in integrated hydrologic science at the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, can discuss the impact of climate change on the snowpack, surface water quantity and quality, and long-term trends in water resources availability and sustainability. PADGnotes:After the leaves have lost most of their green color, they are snipped off a couple inches of above ground. Eduardo Blumwald's Laboratory. Haven Kiers, (she/hers), is an assistant professor of landscape architecture and environmental design in the Department of Human Ecology. If ingested, immediately call the Poison Control Center or your doctor. They can reachone and a half feet wide in size and can smother other plants. Contact: ramdavis@ucdavis.edu. These plants are called the UC Davis Arboretum All-Stars. It is evergreen, has spikes of star-shaped yellow or orange flowers and cool fleshy pencil-shaped leaves. Penstemon heterophyllus Margarita BOP: This floral shrub is both drought and heat tolerant. Heteromeles . Davis projects include establishing UC Davis as a member of Bee Campus USA. The nut is poisonous to eat. Contact: 530-752-6355,pbmoyle@ucdavis.edu. From spring until fall, flowering stems appear above the foliage. He is a global expert on forage quality and water-use efficiency, with a focus on salinity. It might work better in a situation where a rapidly spreading plant is needed for erosion control rather than in a small, mixed perennial bed. Contact: 530-400-1784,thharter@ucdavis.edu. Vigorous clumps can be divided in the winter. To keep this grass attractive, the old foliage is raked out to make room for the green spring growth. It is very drought tolerant and is living up to its All-Star status with the gardens dry season irrigation cycle. Jay Lund, (he/him) a professor of civil and environmental engineering and director of the Center for Watershed Sciences, can discuss the short-term and prolonged impacts of drought and atmospheric rivers on Californias water supply. He can discuss thenecessity,difficulties,and opportunitiesof breeding plants in a changingclimate and under drought conditions. The shrub is drought tolerant and commonly attracts hummingbirds. Contact: College of Agricultural and Environmental Science, Battling Barriers, Bias to Retain and Recruit STEM Talent, Building Community to Benefit Physics Students, Commencement Schedule and Graduation Celebrations, College of Agricultural and Environmental Studies, College of Biological Sciences Events Calendar, College of Letters and Science Events Calendar, Graduate School of Management Events Calendar, Robert Arneson: Serious Ideas Behind that Humor, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education, Kat Kerlin, UC Davis News and Media Relations, Environment, 530-750-9195, kekerlin@ucdavis.edu, Amy Quinton, UC Davis News and Media Relations, Agriculture, 530-601-8077, amquinton@ucdavis.edu. It is a cross betweenSalvia microphyllaandSalvia chamaedryoides. Andrew Rypel, (he/him),is co-director of the Center for Watershed Sciences, an associate professor, and the Peter B. Moyle and California Trout Chair in Coldwater Fish Ecology in the Department of Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology. Contact: 530-752-7422,rmfrank@ucdavis.edu. They require little extra maintenance. Calling all UC Davis Academics and Staff! Please include the Arboretum and Public Garden team when you take the, Sacramento County Water Agency - Rebate Programs, March 11 Member Appreciation Plant Sale Canceled, Staff Picks for our Spring 2023 Plant Sales, Making Transitions in Life and in a Garden, Arboretum Waterway Maintenance and Enhancement Project, UC Davis Satisfaction Survey Feb. 21 - Mar. Contact: 530-754-5447,esspang@ucdavis.edu. Once ripe, they attract many different species of hungry, grateful birds. Even with proper pruning and watering, these plants can be short-lived (five to ten years), but their beautiful spring flowers more than make up for any challenges. We suspect this plant would look lusher in the summer with deep weekly watering. A list of drought tolerant plants for public right-of-way, parks and other . Going dormant in the summer is an adaptation many plants from summer-dry climates use to survive. Dan Putnam,(he/him), is a Cooperative Extension specialist in the Department of Plant Sciences. She works with ranchers and rangeland managers to develop drought adaptation and recovery strategies. Contact: 530-752-6810,gefogg@ucdavis.edu. Richard Frank, (he/him), professor of environmental practice at the School of Law, can comment on legal and policy issues arising out of Californias drought. Regular pruning keeps this plant fuller and encourages more flowering the next season. Since pomegranates can grow to be quite large, some gardeners may choose to prune off the bottom branches of the shrub to give the plant a pleasing tree-like form. Like Correa Dusky Bells, Correa alba thrives in sun, partial sun, or shade; is deer resistant and bird friendly; and has long-lasting flowers. Sunsets Western Garden Book recommends providing regular water forPolygala. It grows quickly to establish ground cover but is sterile, so unwanted seeding does not occur. A nice bonus for pruning work -- the leaves of theseSalviassmell wonderful. He has studied the best methods for planting and growing California natives, and has worked to make them publicly available. Contact: assistant professor of plant biologyin the. Avoid cutting into the thicker woody stems because it could affect regrowth. Herbs are also great for attracting beneficial insects to gardens. From spring into summer, five-foot-long flower stalks sport many striking red flowers followed by interesting seed pods. Contact: is an assistant professor of landscape architecture and environmental design in the Department of Human Ecology. The research, led by Department of Viticulture and Enology . The research also offers a chance to better understand the impact of location on the growth of the plant, which can be a source of fiber and alternative sweetener as well as the distilled spirits it can produce. Buckwheat requires some summer water the first year it is planted. This has significant implications for educational institutions and the populations they serve. Contact: 530-754-8766. is a professor emeritus of fish biology in the Department ofWildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology and associate director of the Center for Watershed Sciences. One Shields Avenue Contact:ramdavis@ucdavis.edu. Nicholas Pinter,(he/him), a professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, is a nationally recognized expert in flooding, flood risk and management. His research is focused on rivers, floodplains, flood hydrology and watersheds, which hes applied to help provide a scientific basis for sound natural-hazards public policy at national and local levels. Salvia greggii Autumn Sage: A Southwestern native, this evergreen plant has a wide floral color range, including red, pink, purple and white buds. He can discuss water management and sustainability, including how water, contaminants and nutrients flow through agricultural soils. Many oreganos benefit from being sheared to the ground in the fall. This plant is not easy to find in nurseries and gardens, but if you like the texture,Tanacetum densum amaniis worth seeking out. Light pruning after blooming will help keep this plant neat. All rights reserved. PADG notes: The Palo Alto Demonstration garden has planted Purple Torch throughout the beds to unify the garden. Valley Oak Cottage Beyond Arboretum All-Stars: Lists of plants well-suited for Central Valley gardens. PADG Notes:'Queen Fabiola' has been planted in several beds on the edge of the garden that receive limited or no supplemental water. Contact: 530-752-5671,jrlund@ucdavis.edu. In addition, the juice or sap of the plant can cause a skin rash or irritation. Graham Fogg, (he/him), professor emeritus of hydrogeology in the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, is an expert on groundwater quality and sustainability, paleovalleys, groundwater modeling, the response of water systems to climate change, and the transport of groundwater contaminants. Drought issues often intersect with those of wildfire. Copyright The Regents of the University of California, Davis campus. Contact: , (he/him), horticulturist and nursery manager for the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Teaching Nursery, is an expert on how homeowners can make their landscapesdrought-tolerant by incorporating California natives and drought-tolerant plants from around the world. She can discuss urban/suburban green infrastructure and sustainable design that is drought-tolerant and climate-resilient. The arching branches of 'Happenstance' rose form a neat mound. By nature, they are rooted to the spot and rely on Mother Nature or a nearby gardener to supply water. All aspects of water-smart gardening for the Southern California region are covered in our exhibits. PADG notes: Our Aquilegia eximia planted in partial sun hasn't done as well as we would like. He has testified before Congressional and California state legislative committees on these topics. Like many succulents, Cotyledon orbiculata is easily propagated from cuttings and does well in containers. Westringiagrow into large plants so plan ahead or be prepared for a lot of pruning. Somemail order companies are good sources for some of the less common varieties of these California natives. Known for blooming in the summer, the red floral shrub is eye catching, attracts hummingbirds and is fire resistant. All rights reserved. Manzanitas are a good wildlife plant and typically are a hearty plant. When any plantincluding one labeled "drought tolerant"is planted, its roots extend only as far as the potting soil in which it . UC Verde Buffalograss Researchers at UC Davis and UC Riverside have shown that a buffalograss cultivar can make a thick, green, drought-tolerant lawn for California's hot dry summers. Arboretum and Public Garden Headquarters: PADG notes: At the end of winter, many people cut this plant back to several inches above the ground, but that has not been necessary at the demonstration garden. | Privacy & Accessibility | Principles of Community | University of California | SitemapCopyright The Regents of the University of California, Davis campus. With a little work, the Salvia microphyllascan be kept in top form in your garden. Her work examines how grapevines mitigate stress and the consequences for growth, yield and water use. We have pruned this Cercocarpus to have a more open form, so it is now a very attractive, airy shrub. Megan Bartlett, (she/her), assistant professor in the Department of Viticulture and Enology, uses modeling and experimental approaches to address questions about drought and heat tolerance in grapevines. This cultivar seems to be more cold hardy than otherPelargonium. Thyme makes a nice ground cover for small spaces. Miscanthussometimes takes a year or so to get established. Despite the low maintenance approach, this plant blooms continually in the spring, summer, and fall. Contact: 530-400-2439,hdahlke@ucdavis.edu. Shear off the dead flowers to encourage repeat blooms. We're all about this year's garden design trends because they speak not only to our sense of design aesthetics, but also to a melding of intention, human use, beauty and the needs of the surrounding natural environment. They do well in very dry situations. Fairy Wand is usually evergreen in Santa Clara Countys climate, but leaves can be cut back in mid-summer if they become unattractive. No maintenance, deadheading, or trimming backis required for this plant. PADG Notes:Pomegranates in the Demonstration Garden do quite well with deep and infrequent watering. Although these plants will grow in full sun, they will need more water to look their best. (he/him), a professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, is a nationally recognized expert in flooding, flood risk and management. One Shields Avenue Because of the spiny branches, this shrub should be kept away from walks. A large team of UC Davis researchers continued this work on Jorge's MAGIC population in an (2020-2023) USDA funded grant A synoptic approach to physiological breeding for drought resilience in . The shrub is drought tolerant and commonly attracts hummingbirds. Even well-established plants can die during hot summers without enough water. Contact: 530-400-1784, , (he/him) an associate professor and UC Cooperative Extension specialist, is an expert in water resources management,environmental flows, irrigation and pesticide management. She works with growers, policymakers, and water districts to develop irrigation management strategies that balance farm livelihoods and water conservation. Davis, CA 95616, Tel:(530) 752-4880Fax:(530) 752-5796Email:arboretum@ucdavis.edu, VisitSustainable Gardening ToolkitPlant SalesBecome a MemberLearning by LeadingUC DavisGATEways ProjectSupport, ArboretumGrounds and Landscape ServicesPutah Creek Riparian Reserve, University of California, Davis, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616 | 530-752-1011. Plants grown in the shade can tolerate less water. Its a striking plant with an interesting form it almost looks like a piece of modern sculpture. Aloe striata is also easy to propagate. PADGnotes:PADG planted three Howard McMinn manzanitas at the entrance of the Water Wise Garden. 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