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  • Ten easy flowering shrubs that flourish with little water

    Jun 9, 2013

    Lewis mock orange By Denise Ruttan Photo by Linda McMahan - Philadelphus lewisii, also known as Lewis's mock-orange, is a hardy shrub that is native to western North America. It is a good choice for a water-efficient landscape design. Flowering shrubs can add beauty to your landscape. Choosing the right shrubs can help save money on your water bill, too. Linda McMahan, a horticulturist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, embraces a concept known as "waterwise gardening" that conserves water by using drought-tolerant plants in yo...