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Compact Japanese Boxwood
Russian Olive, Oleaster
Compact Japanese Boxwood

Common name:Compact Japanese Boxwood
Botanical name:Buxus microphylla 'Justin Brouwers'

This dwarf variety of boxwood is very attractive and slow growing. It retains its dark green color through winter. It makes a good accent or compact hedge, clipped or unclipped.

Russian Olive, Oleaster

Common name:Russian Olive, Oleaster
Botanical name:Elaeagnus angustifolia

This small, deciduous tree has foliage that is 2" long and silver-gray in color. It is excellent for difficult climates with extreme temperatures.

Designer: Homeowner

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Soils and Compost:

Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.

Water-Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.

Integrated Pest Management:

Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.