What a Native Plant Garden Really Looks Like in August

This is what a real native plant garden looks like in August. Not manicured. Not always green. But full of life doing what it naturally does in summer… slowing down, going to seed, deepening roots.

In this video, I take you through our habitat garden in Southern California. You’ll see dried flowers, blooming buckwheat, plants going dormant, and a few surprises still pushing through the heat.

If you’ve ever wondered what native plants really look like during the hottest time of year… this is it. And yes, it can still be beautiful. 🌿

Shot in August in Zone 10b🌾 Featuring Toyon, California Buckwheat, White Sage, and more.

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