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Urban Garden 13
Thundercloud Purple-leaf Plum
Apple, edible
Garden Sage, Common Sage
Climbing Rose
Thundercloud Purple-leaf Plum

Common name:Thundercloud Purple-leaf Plum
Botanical name:Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'

'Thundercloud' is a deciduous, small tree useful as an accent due to its coppery red foliage. It hasa rounded, dense crown and grows about 20 feet tall and wide. Pale pink to white flowers bloom in early spring before leaves emerge. The red foliage holds its color well throughout the heat of the summer. Fall color is a coppery orange. Useful at entries, patios, or as an accent.

Apple, edible

Common name:Apple, edible
Botanical name:Malus

Apples can be a wonderful addition to an edible landscape. Typically, they are available as in dwarf,semi-dwarf and standard sizes, though not all varieties are available in each size. Consider the space available before you select a variety and size.

Garden Sage, Common Sage

Common name:Garden Sage, Common Sage
Botanical name:Salvia officinalis

This shrubby perennial is the classic garden sage of culinary goodness. It grows 2 to 3 feet tall and at least as wide and with age, grows quite the woody base. Foliage is gray green, long and oval, slightly pubescent, and highly aromatic. Flowers appear in May, forming nearly true blue spires. A beautiful cut flower, they are also edible. Attractive to bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Leaves are excellent fresh or dried, in marinades, pesto, stuffing, and fried whole. There are varieties with purple, yellow, and variegated foliage.

Climbing Rose

Common name:Climbing Rose
Botanical name:Rosa x spp (Climbers)

Climbing roses are a delightful way to add vertical color and interest to a garden. Not true vines, but rather brambles that need to be supported to grow along walls, fences, arbors, or other sturdy structures. Most rose types have climbers within their group; some hybrid teas are available as both shrub and climber (Peace Rose comes to mind).

Designer: The Urban Garden Inc.

Urban Garden 13

Photographer: GardenSoft

Water Saving Tip:

Even though it's hot, your lawn only needs to be watered twice a week to stay healthy.

And don't water the whole lawn for a brown spot—drag out a hose.