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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:

Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.

Water-Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.