| Arroyo "Descansos" |
As you walk down the paths through the
arroyos, you will encounter the two "desert
oases" - places to stop and sit awhile in the
shade and take in the plant and animal life that
abounds in Baja's arroyos.
Rustic shelters of naturally fallen timbers and
cardon ribs provide shade. Benches and tables
invite the walker to stay awhile.
Native arroyo trees, such as Mesquite, Palo
Blanco and Desert Willow, are planted
strategically to contribute more shade and
color as they grow.
arroyos, you will encounter the two "desert
oases" - places to stop and sit awhile in the
shade and take in the plant and animal life that
abounds in Baja's arroyos.
Rustic shelters of naturally fallen timbers and
cardon ribs provide shade. Benches and tables
invite the walker to stay awhile.
Native arroyo trees, such as Mesquite, Palo
Blanco and Desert Willow, are planted
strategically to contribute more shade and
color as they grow.
Cactus and other large desert shrubs, such as
Cardon, Barrel Cactus, Palo Adan, Elephant
Tree, and Creosote Bush provide large focal
points in the planting beds.
Low-growing shrubs such as hummingbird bush
(there are an amazing number of hummingbirds
in Baja!), brittle bush, candelilla and golondrina
add color and texture.
Flowering vines, such as the crimson St.
Michael's vine and yellow trumpet vine clamber
over the shade structure.
Indigenous wildlife will benefit from these
retreats as well. Hummingbirds, oreoles and
other desert birds will visit the flowers and
feeders for seeds and nectar. Small water
features will invite rabbits, chipmunks and
lizards in for a drink.
Cardon, Barrel Cactus, Palo Adan, Elephant
Tree, and Creosote Bush provide large focal
points in the planting beds.
Low-growing shrubs such as hummingbird bush
(there are an amazing number of hummingbirds
in Baja!), brittle bush, candelilla and golondrina
add color and texture.
Flowering vines, such as the crimson St.
Michael's vine and yellow trumpet vine clamber
over the shade structure.
Indigenous wildlife will benefit from these
retreats as well. Hummingbirds, oreoles and
other desert birds will visit the flowers and
feeders for seeds and nectar. Small water
features will invite rabbits, chipmunks and
lizards in for a drink.
| Costa Cardonal ..a desert sanctuary beside a tropical sea. |
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