As in most of the early villages along the Skagit river, one of the first priorities was to clear the forest land to provide space for a townsite and residential area. This photo of the Hamilton Logging Co. shows a crew in action.
Because of aridity and scarcity of rain Arabian Gulf is considered to be poor as far as natural plants are concerned. Natural vegetation in the Arabian Gulf region have deep roots or thorn-like small leaves, hence they endure aridity and overcome its impact.
Arabian jasmine (Jasminum sambac), which grows in USDA zones 9 through 11, is another fragrant white flower that generally blooms from late spring into summer and performs as an evergreen. This jasmine does best in organically rich, loose, evenly moist, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.