Western Flowering Dogwood it thrives pressed up against

it thrives pressed up against the edge of a damp

which is naturally provided in the form of wildfires

Sidalcea virgata - Rose checkermallow

They do great with our wet winters and springs but even better with our dry

This species does not transplant exceptionally well

Western Flowering Dogwood it thrives pressed up againstCornus nuttallii Western flowering dogwood, also known as pacific dogwood, is a highly ornamental small to mid sized, deciduous tree that is loaded with habitat and ethnobotanical value. It is long lived with an attractive upright form that can be single or multi trunked. It bears bright green leaves and spectacular white spring flowers. By fall, the leaves put on a colorful show of pinks, oranges and even purple, while clusters of bright pink red