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Marginata Agave
Texas Honey Mesquite
Marginata Agave

Common name: Marginata Agave
Botanical name: Agave angustifolia var. marginata

This succulent will form clumps about 4' across. It has light green and cream variegated leaves. The stiff leaves are about 1 1/2" wide with cream white stripes along the margins. In the low desert, filtered shade is best. It can also handle more water than most agaves. This tropical agave is native ot Costa Rica and Mexico.

Texas Honey Mesquite

Common name: Texas Honey Mesquite
Botanical name: Prosopis glandulosa

Deciduous tree grows to 30' x 30'. Blooms in spring with pale yellow flower long, narrow beans in summer. Foliage is larger and brighter green than other mesquites. Native to Texas and Mexico.

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Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.