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Trees suited for rocky, caliche soil of Central Texas
September 20, 2011
I need to replace aging ashes. I have planted 2 Monterey oaks, but I would like to know what else I could plant whose roots will grow well in NW Austin caliche, rocky soil? Thank you.
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List of plants native to the Abilene, Texas area
September 15, 2011
Am looking for direction to a complete list of plants native to the Abilene, Taylor County, Texas area (trees, shrubs, grasses, cacti and other plants that grew here before cultivation, eradication or...
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Is there a recommended list for Texas Eastern Cross Timbers?
August 29, 2011
Is there a recommended list for Texas Eastern Cross Timbers?
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Need Plants and Soil for a Green Roof in Buffalo, TX
September 13, 2010
I'm building a green roof on my cabin in the Buffalo, Texas, area. Would you know what soil and plants would be best suited for that area? I have a lot of sand I could use, but didn't know if that...
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Native plants for Michigan
February 10, 2008
Hi I was wondering if there are native plant lists for various regions of Michigan.
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Plant fans for choosing native plants for the Central Texas region
January 05, 2008
Has anyone created a plant "fan" that identifies and gives pertinent information on plants for the Central Texas region? The sample that I've found on fourpebblepress.com seems to cover the Rocky ...
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Winter plant for area with poor drainage.
December 07, 2007
I have a 2 ft by 15 ft bed between the concrete patio and the pool that gets run off from the porch roof. I can't gutter the roof, so the bed can get very wet and stay that way for some time. It face...
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Native plant lists for eastern Washington and trace element absorption by plants
November 06, 2007
I'm a graduate student at Washington State University in Pullman. I'm currently working out a method (in my head) of utilizing neutron activation analysis of prehistoric animal bone to figure out h...
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Hardy perennials for Chicago
June 15, 2007
I have a duplex condo in Chicago. My basement or 1st floor is at sub-sidewalk level. This "patio" faces east and gets about 4 hours sun a day. It is about 8 feet high and covers an area 15x9. I'd l...
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Need low-maintenance plants for courtyard in full sun in Rhode Island
June 01, 2007
I live in West Warwick, Rhode Island. I am designing a courtyard which because of its shape and design receives full sun all day. I am looking for flowers and plants which thrive in the sun yet are ...
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