Some 47 different types of plants are used throughout the area. Other plants, such as the salvias and dahlias, are native to Mexico. And still others, including olive trees, bougainvillea and roses, are found in California mission gardens. Another exceptional touch is the tile work. A garden purist will notice that some of the plants are in poly containers that are sunk into the ground.
Drip irrigation handles the watering and fertilizing.
By next spring, the garden's growth should be lush. We imagine them to be full of flowers, fragrance and children. The Mexican Heritage Plaza gardens are open noon to 9 p.m. at Alum Rock Avenue and King Road. There is no charge. The garden area of the Mexican Heritage Plaza features a central promenade and a sunken pool.