5017 West Frances
Place - Updated 2008!
Pamela Penick converted
her St. Augustine lawn in Central Austin to a welcoming native
plant showcase.
A bed near the front entry includes
yellow blooms of coreopsis, rose flowering pavonia (rock rose),
and shrubby cenizo (Texas sage).
  
| The potted plant and walkway provide a focal
point for the entry, which is encircled with beds of native
plants. |
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The native plants attract wildlife to Pam's
collection of birdhouses. |
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Another of the fun features in the yard is the perennially
blooming vine - if flowers are out of season, attach a metal
flower! |
A source of natural water for
plants, the rain barrel also provides fresh water for wildlife
as it feeds this container pond.
5 years later -- still growing strong!
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