{"id":25149,"date":"2024-07-09T00:19:02","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T00:19:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=25149"},"modified":"2024-07-09T00:19:07","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T00:19:07","slug":"bay-area-native-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Native Plants for Your Bay Area Landscape"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Native plants like Golden yarrow, California bee plant, California lilac, and Manzanita can transform your Bay Area landscape from ordinary to extraordinary.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These easy-to-maintain native species look beautiful and are well-adapted to the Bay Area\u2019s unique climate. Let\u2019s take a look at the best native plants for the Bay Area.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-e323e368-7011-4b50-9f40-26041682db10\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\"><strong>Table of Contents:<\/strong><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#0-why-choose-native-plants\" style=\"\">Why choose native plants?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#1-native-flowers-for-the-bay-area\" style=\"\">Native flowers for the Bay Area<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#2-california-poppy-eschscholzia-californica-\" style=\"\">California poppy<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#3-beardtongue-penstemon-\" style=\"\">Beardtongue <\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#4-golden-yarrow-eriophyllum-confertiflorum-\" style=\"\">Golden yarrow<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#5-western-vervain-verbena-lasiostachys-\" style=\"\">Western Vervain <\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#6-california-bee-plant-scrophularia-californica-\" style=\"\">California bee plant <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#7-native-shrubs-for-the-bay-area\" style=\"\">Native shrubs for the Bay Area<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#8-california-buckwheat-eriogonum-fasciculatum-\" style=\"\">California buckwheat <\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#9-california-lilac-ceanothus-\" style=\"\">California lilac <\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#10-chaparral-mallow-malacothamnus-fasciculatus-\" style=\"\">Chaparral mallow <\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#11-pitcher-sage-salvia-azurea-\" style=\"\">Pitcher sage <\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#12-manzanita-arctostaphylos-\" style=\"\">Manzanita <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#13-native-trees-for-the-bay-area\" style=\"\">Native trees for the Bay Area<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#14-lemonade-berry-rhus-integrifolia-\" style=\"\">Lemonade berry<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#15-western-redbud-cercis-occidentalis-\" style=\"\">Western redbud<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bay-area-native-plants\/#16-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-why-choose-native-plants\"><span id=\"why-choose-native-plants\">Why choose native plants?<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Native plants grow naturally in your region and are preferred by gardeners and landscapers because they are adapted to the local climate and soil conditions. For the Bay Area, that means plants that do well in our warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the benefits of choosing native plants over non-natives:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>They thrive in the Bay Area<\/li>    <li>Use less water<\/li>    <li>Require fewer pesticides<\/li>    <li>Resists pests and diseases naturally<\/li>    <li>Attract pollinators like hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-native-flowers-for-the-bay-area\"><span id=\"native-flowers-for-the-bay-area\">Native flowers for the Bay Area<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-california-poppy-eschscholzia-californica-\"><span id=\"california-poppy-eschscholzia-californica\">California poppy (<em>Eschscholzia californica<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-Poppy.jpg\" alt=\"yellow flowers of california poppy\" class=\"wp-image-25158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-Poppy.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-Poppy-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-Poppy-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-Poppy-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-Poppy-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/docentjoyce\/50010998777\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">docentjoyce<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California poppy blooms during spring and early summer, producing beautiful cup-shaped flowers that butterflies and bees love. The flowers can be bright orange, red, white, yellow, or pink. We recommend deadheading faded flowers during the blooming season to promote new growth.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This perennial grows best in full sun and prefers well-drained sandy soil. California poppy resists drought exceptionally well and is an excellent choice for low-maintenance lawns. However, this plant is toxic to humans and pets.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/managing-land\/wildflowers\/plant-of-the-week\/eschscholzia-californica\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California poppy<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Herb<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones:<\/strong> 5a-10b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-draining sandy soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Annual<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>4 to 12 inches<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-beardtongue-penstemon-\"><span id=\"beardtongue-penstemon\">Beardtongue (<em>Penstemon<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum.jpg\" alt=\"light purple flowers of penstemon spectabilis\" class=\"wp-image-4710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum-610x458.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_penstemon_spectabilis_-_flickr_-_peganum-390x293.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Penstemon_spectabilis_-Flickr-_peganum.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">peganum from Small Dole, England<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This perennial produces spectacular tubular blooms during spring and summer that can be red, white, purple, or pink. Bees love feeding on these fragrant flowers. Faded flowers can spoil the appearance of an otherwise beautiful plant, so we recommend deadheading spent blooms to encourage new growth.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beardtongue requires at least six hours of sunlight a day and thrives in sandy or rocky soil that\u2019s well-drained. If you live in hot areas of the Bay Area like San Jose, Richmond, or Concord, provide the plant with at least an inch of water every week. Beardtongue is toxic to humans and pets.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/wildflowers\/plant-of-the-week\/penstemon_grandiflorus.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beardtongue<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Herb<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>3a-9b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained sandy or rocky soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Moderate<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>6 inches to 4 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-golden-yarrow-eriophyllum-confertiflorum-\"><span id=\"golden-yarrow-eriophyllum-confertiflorum\">Golden yarrow (<em>Eriophyllum confertiflorum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriophyllum-confertiflorum.jpg\" alt=\"close up image of Golden Yarrow\" class=\"wp-image-25160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriophyllum-confertiflorum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriophyllum-confertiflorum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriophyllum-confertiflorum-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriophyllum-confertiflorum-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriophyllum-confertiflorum-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Eriophyllum_confertiflorum_2003-04-07.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Curtis Clark<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.5\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.5<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This plant blooms from mid-spring to late summer and produces domed clusters of golden flowers that attract butterflies and bees. Golden yarrow blooms for quite a long time, but you can extend it further by deadheading spent flowers.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Golden yarrow grows best in full sun and requires minimal watering. This perennial thrives in sandy or rocky soil that\u2019s well-drained. However, golden yarrow is toxic to humans and pets, so don\u2019t let your kids or furry friends near it.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/psw\/publications\/beyers\/psw_2010_beyers(montalvo)_NativePlantRecomm.Eriophyllum.confertiflorum.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">golden yarrow<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Herb<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>3a-9b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained sandy or rocky soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Gray-green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-western-vervain-verbena-lasiostachys-\"><span id=\"western-vervain-verbena-lasiostachys\">Western Vervain (<em>Verbena lasiostachys<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Western-Vervain.jpg\" alt=\"closeup image of Western Vervain\" class=\"wp-image-25207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Western-Vervain.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Western-Vervain-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Western-Vervain-768x556.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Western-Vervain-610x441.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tehhen\/7580725340\/in\/photolist-cxTcx3-JZ2xgy-v3xsq-cxTctJ-2m5H9JL-6gACa3-2m7Ljup-GVXxfh-Hf9PpH-3txnco-4GPi3B-2g26KQ3-2g26Vxi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molly<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-ND 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This perennial blooms from mid-spring to fall, producing tall, densely clustered purple-blue flowers that butterflies and hummingbirds love. Deadhead faded flowers to encourage new growth during the bloom season.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Western Vervain requires at least six hours of sunlight a day and prefers well-drained sandy or clay soil. If you\u2019re in hot areas like San Jose or Concord, provide the plant with at least an inch of water every week. This plant is toxic to humans and pets.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=vela\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Western Vervain<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Herb<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>4-10&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained sandy or clay soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Moderate<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>2 to 3 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-california-bee-plant-scrophularia-californica-\"><span id=\"california-bee-plant-scrophularia-californica\">California bee plant (<em>Scrophularia californica<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Scrophularia-californica.jpg\" alt=\"close up image of California bee plant\" class=\"wp-image-25162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Scrophularia-californica.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Scrophularia-californica-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Scrophularia-californica-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Scrophularia-californica-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/blmcalifornia\/8684690222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bureau of Land Management California<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California bee plant blooms from mid-spring to mid-summer, producing tiny red flowers. The blooms are easy to miss, but butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees won\u2019t miss them. If you spot faded flowers, deadhead them to promote new growth.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This perennial grows best in full sun but can withstand partial shade. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=SCCA2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California bee plant<\/a> thrives in well-drained clay, loamy, or sandy soil and requires minimal watering. However, this plant is toxic to humans and pets.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=SCCA2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California bee plant<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Herb<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>7-10<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained clay, loamy, or sandy soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Blue-green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>3 to 6 feet&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-native-shrubs-for-the-bay-area\"><span id=\"native-shrubs-for-the-bay-area\">Native shrubs for the Bay Area<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-california-buckwheat-eriogonum-fasciculatum-\"><span id=\"california-buckwheat-eriogonum-fasciculatum\">California buckwheat (<em>Eriogonum fasciculatum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriogonum-fasciculatum-California-Buckwheat.jpg\" alt=\"two flowers of california buckwheat\" class=\"wp-image-25164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriogonum-fasciculatum-California-Buckwheat.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriogonum-fasciculatum-California-Buckwheat-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriogonum-fasciculatum-California-Buckwheat-768x574.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriogonum-fasciculatum-California-Buckwheat-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Eriogonum-fasciculatum-California-Buckwheat-610x456.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Eriogonum_fasciculatum--_California_Buckwheat_(27799078065).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dick Culbert<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California buckwheat produces clusters of white or pinkish-white flowers that attract bees and butterflies. This shrub blooms for a long time, from late spring to mid-fall. Deadhead spent flowers to extend the blooming period even further.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This perennial grows best in full sun and prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil. California buckwheat requires minimal watering, making it an excellent choice for San Jose, Santa Clara, and Santa Rosa. This plant is non-toxic, so you don\u2019t have to worry about your kids or pets playing near it.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=erfa2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California buckwheat<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>7-11<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained sandy or loamy soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Gray-green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>1 to 6 feet&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Non-toxic<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-california-lilac-ceanothus-\"><span id=\"california-lilac-ceanothus\">California lilac (<em>Ceanothus<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-lilac.jpg\" alt=\"close up of california lilac plant\" class=\"wp-image-25165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-lilac.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-lilac-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-lilac-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/California-lilac-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/kirt_edblom\/26962478231\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kirt Edblom<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This shrub blooms in the spring, producing clusters of small blue, white, or pink flowers that bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love. You don\u2019t have to deadhead California lilac, but we recommend doing so for a neat appearance.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California lilac grows best in full sun but can withstand partial shade. This perennial shrub thrives in most well-drained soils, from sandy to clay to loamy. California <a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/ceanothus-x-pallidus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lilac<\/a> requires regular watering initially but can survive with little to no watering once established. It\u2019s also non-toxic.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/ceanothus-x-pallidus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California lilac<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>8a-10b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Tolerates most well-drained soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Moderate&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Evergreen<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Dark green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>1 to 6 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Non-toxic<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-chaparral-mallow-malacothamnus-fasciculatus-\"><span id=\"chaparral-mallow-malacothamnus-fasciculatus\">Chaparral mallow (<em>Malacothamnus fasciculatus<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"746\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Malacothamnus-fasciculatus-1.jpg\" alt=\"white flowers of chaparral mallow with green leaves in background\" class=\"wp-image-25168\" style=\"width:800px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Malacothamnus-fasciculatus-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Malacothamnus-fasciculatus-1-300x280.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Malacothamnus-fasciculatus-1-768x716.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Malacothamnus-fasciculatus-1-610x569.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Malacothamnus_fasciculatus_var_nuttallii_1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stan Shebs<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.5\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.5<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chaparral mallow is among my favorite shrubs. It produces small clusters of light pink flowers during summer that look beautiful and attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Deadhead spent flowers to promote new growth and prune in late summer to keep the shrub in shape.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This shrub requires at least six hours of sunlight a day and prefers sandy, loamy, or clay soil that\u2019s well-drained. Chaparral mallow can thrive with only one watering a month, but don\u2019t let your pets near it because it\u2019s toxic.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=MAFA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chaparral mallow<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>8a-11b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Tolerates most well-drained soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Evergreen<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Gray-green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>3 to 16 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to pets&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-pitcher-sage-salvia-azurea-\"><span id=\"pitcher-sage-salvia-azurea\">Pitcher sage (<em>Salvia azurea<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pitcher-Sage.jpg\" alt=\"spike-like clusters of blue flowers of pitcher sage\" class=\"wp-image-25178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pitcher-Sage.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pitcher-Sage-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pitcher-Sage-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pitcher-Sage-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Pitcher-Sage-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/zharkikh\/30574457145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Andrey Zharkikh<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This perennial blooms from mid-summer to fall, producing spike-like clusters of blue, two-lipped flowers. I like the blooms, and bees and butterflies enjoy them as well. If you spot faded flowers, deadhead them to encourage new blooms.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pitcher sage grows best in full sun but can also handle partial shade. This shrub prefers well-drained clay, loamy, or sandy soil and can thrive with about an inch of water each week. Pitcher sage is non-toxic.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/salvia-azurea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pitcher sage<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>5a-9b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained clay, loamy, or sandy soil&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Moderate<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Green&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>3 to 5 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Non-toxic<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-manzanita-arctostaphylos-\"><span id=\"manzanita-arctostaphylos\">Manzanita (<em>Arctostaphylos<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Manzanita.jpg\" alt=\"green leaves of manzanita\" class=\"wp-image-25169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Manzanita.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Manzanita-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Manzanita-768x554.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Manzanita-610x440.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jsjgeology\/49093930637\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">James St. John<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manzanita produces white or green lantern-shaped flowers from late winter to spring that attract bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. We recommend deadheading spent blooms to encourage new growth but wait at least three years before pruning. Summer is the best time to prune because of the dry and sunny weather.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This shrub prefers full sun but does well in partial shade. It thrives in sandy, loamy, or clay soil that\u2019s well-drained and requires minimal watering. Manzanita is non-toxic, making it an excellent choice if you have kids and pets in your yard.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>8a-10b<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-draining sandy, clay, or loam soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Evergreen<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Bright green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>6 to 25 feet&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Non-toxic<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-native-trees-for-the-bay-area\"><span id=\"native-trees-for-the-bay-area\">Native trees for the Bay Area<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-lemonade-berry-rhus-integrifolia-\"><span id=\"lemonade-berry-rhus-integrifolia\">Lemonade berry (<em>Rhus integrifolia<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rhus-integrifolia.jpg\" alt=\"small flower buds of lemonade berry\" class=\"wp-image-25171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rhus-integrifolia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rhus-integrifolia-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rhus-integrifolia-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Rhus-integrifolia-610x409.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/41184028@N04\/5080766277\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bri Weldon<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This tree produces clusters of white or pale pink flowers from late winter to spring that attract butterflies. The flowers ripen into small red fruits in the fall that birds love. Prune lemonade berry as needed to maintain the desired shape and height.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lemonade berry grows best in full sun but can also handle partial shade. This tree thrives in sandy or loamy soil that\u2019s well-drained and requires minimal watering. However, it\u2019s toxic to humans and pets.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=rhin2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lemonade berry<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Tree<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>9a-11b<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained sandy or loam soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Evergreen<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Dark green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>3 to 30 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-western-redbud-cercis-occidentalis-\"><span id=\"western-redbud-cercis-occidentalis\">Western redbud (<em>Cercis occidentalis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cercis-occidentalis-1.jpg\" alt=\"close up of flowers of western redbud\" class=\"wp-image-25182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cercis-occidentalis-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cercis-occidentalis-1-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cercis-occidentalis-1-768x446.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cercis-occidentalis-1-610x355.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Cercis_occidentalis_flowers.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stan Shebs<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Western redbud blooms from late winter to mid-spring, producing clusters of purplish-pink flowers that attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. The tree\u2019s foliage turns into beautiful yellow during autumn. Prune the tree after it reaches five years of age to remove dead branches. Fall, winter, and early spring are the best times for pruning.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Western redbud grows best in full sun but can also withstand partial shade. This tree thrives in sandy, clay, or loamy soil with good drainage. Western redbud requires minimal watering but is toxic to humans and pets.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_ceor9.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Western redbud<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth habit: <\/strong>Tree<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hardiness zones: <\/strong>6-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained sandy, clay, or loamy soil&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Deciduous<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Foliage: <\/strong>Green<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height: <\/strong>10 to 20 feet tall&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to humans and pets<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-faqs\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-should-i-buy-pre-grown-native-plants-or-seed-them-\"><span id=\"should-i-buy-pre-grown-native-plants-or-seed-them\">Should I buy pre-grown native plants or seed them?&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend buying pre-grown native plants because they require less. However, if you want the plants to adapt perfectly to your lawn&#8217;s condition or enjoy growing plants, seed them.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can purchase pre-grown native plants from your local nursery and seeds from online stores like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/plant-seeds\/s?k=plant+seeds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Amazon<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/b\/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Plant-Seeds\/N-5yc1vZc8ql\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Home Depot<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-what-are-the-best-drought-resistant-plants-for-the-bay-area-\"><span id=\"what-are-the-best-drought-resistant-plants-for-the-bay-area\">What are the best drought-resistant plants for the Bay Area?&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>California poppy<\/li>    <li>Golden yarrow<\/li>    <li>California bee plant&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>California buckwheat<\/li>    <li>Chaparral mallow<\/li>    <li>Manzanita<\/li>    <li>Lemonade berry<\/li>    <li>Western redbud<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-what-are-the-best-grasses-for-the-bay-area-\"><span id=\"what-are-the-best-grasses-for-the-bay-area\">What are the best grasses for the Bay Area?&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best grasses for the Bay Area are <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-bluegrass-guide\/\">Kentucky bluegrass<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/perennial-ryegrass-guide\/\">perennial ryegrass<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/fine-fescue-guide\/\">fine fescue<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/tall-fescue-guide\/\">tall fescue<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-what%E2%80%99s-the-best-time-to-fertilize-my-bay-area-lawn\"><span id=\"whats-the-best-time-to-fertilize-my-bay-area-lawn\">What\u2019s the best time to fertilize my Bay Area lawn?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to fertilize cool-season grasses is from <strong>March to May<\/strong> and <strong>September to October<\/strong>. For warm-season grass, it&#8217;s from <strong>May to June<\/strong> and then from <strong>September to October<\/strong>. Here\u2019s a guide on when to fertilize California lawns.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-what-is-california%E2%80%99s-green-lawn-care-lawn-will-it-affect-me\"><span id=\"what-is-californias-green-lawn-care-lawn-will-it-affect-me\">What is California\u2019s Green Lawn Care Lawn? Will it affect me?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This law, which came into effect on January 01, 2024, bans the sale of new gas-powered lawn care equipment to control pollution. If you already own a gas-powered tool, you can continue using it. You can also purchase them second-hand, but not new. Here\u2019s a detailed guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/california-green-lawn-care-law\/\">California\u2019s Green Lawn Care Law<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-when-to-hire-a-professional\"><span id=\"when-to-hire-a-professional\">When to hire a professional<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Native plants can transform your lawn from boring to beautiful, but only if it\u2019s in good shape. If you need help with lawn maintenance, get in touch with <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/california\/san-francisco-lawn-care\">Lawn Love<\/a>. We connect you with the best lawn pros in your area who can help you with everything related to lawn care.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-cad5337d-1018-4e0f-bc30-ab0a5f22c471\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-0972c20a-fa56-4185-8f53-cb81b07c7a7f\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-cad5337d-1018-4e0f-bc30-ab0a5f22c471\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-cad5337d-1018-4e0f-bc30-ab0a5f22c471\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-cad5337d-1018-4e0f-bc30-ab0a5f22c471\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USDA Forest Service<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The University of Texas at Austin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ces.ncsu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NC State Extension<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.calflora.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Calflora<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United States Department of Agriculture<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/38213125@N00\/51195752575\/in\/photolist-2nb4xrP-2oPgSUQ-Ne1bNW-6wH7mm-HXcc5R-znX5cE-258ezdc-eRd3f-eRd3W-bZroe3-eRd3u-Pj4xm-rJRShc-nfBrs9-6wCYfR-gdXHh-28LcU8U-2oxAYMS-2kZZBBe-2oxzzve-2kZVhsP-2oxAJ45-2kZY9Tv-t7rEt-2ngxWjq-sowjYu-251bS9G-2g28fqT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joe Decruyenaere<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>California poppy, beardtongue, chaparral mallow, pitcher sage, and manzanita are some of the best native plants for your Bay Area landscape. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":113,"featured_media":25210,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[574],"tags":[573],"class_list":["post-25149","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-san-jose-ca","tag-lawn-care-san-jose-ca"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/51195752575_9b03458ff5_5k-1.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Abdul Wadood","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/abdul-wadood\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25149","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/113"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25149"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25149\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25210"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25149"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25149"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25149"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}