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We have recently moved to Conroe and are having a problem with erosion behind a retaining wall (installed by previous owner. The retaining wall is made of concrete and is about 8 foot tall by 110 foo...
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Seeds or seedlings of Texas madrone (Arbutus xalapensis)
January 03, 2009
Where can I obtain seeds or seedlings of the "Texas Madrone" tree? Thank You.
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January 02, 2009
What type of tree would you plant near a patio (new home and yard) that gets afternoon sun? Thanks
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When and how to transplant a Texas persimmon
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When and how should I transplant a 12' Texas persimmon? How much root ball do I need to get?
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Do female possumhaws require male to bloom?
January 02, 2009
Do female possumhaws require a male nearby to bloom? I've read that about yaupon hollies, but not possumhaws specifically. Thanks.
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Plants for winter installation in Houston
January 01, 2009
What plants can you plant in the winter, Houston, Texas?
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Looking for seeds or plant of Fendlera wrightii
January 01, 2009
How I can get a plant or a seed of Fendlera Wrightii, Texas native bush.
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Grass for area under pecans in Abilene, TX
January 01, 2009
I have two large pecan trees in my back yard. Grass has always been hard to grow under these two trees, but lately all grass seems to have "vanished" and I'm left with mostly bare soil. Is there ...
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