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| Splitting bark on non-native mimosa from Buda TX June 24, 2012 What would cause my Mimosa tree to have splitting bark. I've only lived in this house for 8 months and am learning about this tree. The other tree seems fine. It looks as though it split and then ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Controlling oak suckers in Austin June 24, 2012 We have 2 live oak trees that are sprouting shoots all around the surrounding area. We would like to plant some grass and would like to remedy this first. We have mowed the shoots and still they jus... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Source for Texas Star hibiscus from Grand Prairie TX June 24, 2012 I am having a lot of difficulty in trying to find and purchase a Texas Hibiscus. Any clues? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Evergreens for privacy in VA June 24, 2012 I need fast growing evergreens or large shrubs, flowering or non-flowering, for privacy. They will need to flourish among large oak and hickory trees that are 75 plus years old. We don't want to dama... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Care for non-native hybrid hydrangea from Traverse City, MI June 24, 2012 We just planted some new Hydrangea (Summer Beauty) that we bought at a local nursery. The plants are about 3' tall with blooms on the stalks. The blooms appear to be top-heavy as most all the stalks ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Non-toxic plants for dog yard from Freeport PA June 24, 2012 I'm looking for wildlife-friendly native plants that aren't toxic to dogs. I have a place for some small shrubs and/or flowers. And a climbing vine that I could train on a trellis would work espec... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant ID of unknown purchased plant from Boise ID June 24, 2012 Hi! I bought a tree that the sales person didnt know what it was. I thought it was a cherry tree and now after about 3-4 yrs I know it is but..How do I know if it is an ornamental tree or real fruit t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Drought-tolerant plants for deep shade in Florida June 23, 2012 I am looking for indigenous, drought tolerant, leafy dense plants (kind of hosta like) that will grow in deep shade (under a tree that gets little sun) in Jacksonville, Florida. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Will Pavonia lasiopetala grow in Oklahoma from Kerrville Tx June 23, 2012 How successfully could I grow Pavonia lasiopetala in central Oklahoma? My research shows that it is not native to Oklahoma. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Hybrid Impatiens leaves yellowing from Marietta GA June 23, 2012 My impatiens looked great when I went out of town, I had recently fertilized. The person left to water them fertilized them. Now they are yellow and dwarfed. Anything I can do? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Montezuma cypress trees for San Antonio June 23, 2012 Are Montezuma cypress trees good drought tolerant trees for your yard? I live 30 miles south of San Antonio; would this tree be good for this area? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plants for 100 gal. pot by pool from Ft. Worth TX June 23, 2012 What North Texas evergreen — or combination of evergreen plants, bushes or trees — could thrive in a huge, 100-gallon clay pot (immovable!) that is situated in full sun year round in an exposed area n... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Availability of Texas Frogfruit June 22, 2012 Are there any nursery suppliers that supply Texas frogfruit? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Need deer resistant plants for a shady north facing garden in Raliegh, NC. June 22, 2012 I am in need of Deer Resistant Native Shade plants for a North Facing Garden. It is 3 feet wide by 20 feet long. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thank you, Eaten Alive View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Holly-like groundcover under live oak tree. June 21, 2012 I have looked and looked and cannot identify a wonderful groundcover holly growing in the shade beneath my 100 year old Live Oak here in Austin. I have looked up every possible Ilex variety and am stu... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Information on non-native caladiums from Austin June 21, 2012 Have you a leaflet on growing caladiums in the Austin area? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Identification of small plant with white flowers in Baltimore, MD June 21, 2012 It's a small plant, has flowers in June, four white petals with large, tall conical center, about no more than an inch in diameter. The leaves are alternating with branched veins. It stays at about 6... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Wound in Monterey Oak from Austin June 20, 2012 I have a 10 year old Monterey Oak that has developed a wound that is secreting a white bubbly substance that has attracted all the bugs, like butterfly's , pill bugs, ants, and several others I don'... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Non-native Philadelphus Innocence mock orange from Paris TX June 20, 2012 What is the best place in the garden to grow Philadelphus Innocence mock orange in Paris, Tx? Also, how long after transplanting do flowers occur? Any tips appreciated View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Trimming oaks and elms from New Braunfels TX June 20, 2012 I would like to trim my live oaks and elm trees at the same time, if possible. I think they are American Elms. When is the best time to do this and avoid oak wilt and Dutch elm disease? Should all c... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Would like a "try instead of" list for non-native plants in Austin, TX. June 19, 2012 It would be so helpful if, when asked about a non-native plant, you would do a "try instead of" list. I have about 45 plants to reseach from my landscaping firm, and it's wearing me out to try to... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Identification of yellow flowers in Wisconsin June 19, 2012 We have plants near Madison, Wisconsin that some call lanceleaf coreoposis however I believe they are some type of invasive species. They have yellow flowers, seem to spread by seed. and don't grown ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Source of Allergies in Austin, TX June 19, 2012 Hi, Mr. Smarty Plants. I live in Northwest Austin and I've been suffering from allergies since moving to Austin. The allergies seem to occur at least once a year for at least a month or two. Beg... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Wildflower season in the San Juan Mountains in Colorado region June 19, 2012 Hello, I plan on going to the San Juan, Co. area next month (mid-July) around Ouray to see the wildflowers. As you may know it has been very dry in Colorado. What do you expect the wildflower season t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Possible fungal infection of oak trees in Mastic Beach, NY. June 19, 2012 Sir, I have a yard full of HUGE Oaks. The one in question is about 80' tall 48" in diameter at the base. They are all well maintained fed and trimed and elevated every 3 or 4 years. About 4 years a... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Butterflyweed June 18, 2012 Can't find a way to say thanks for prompt, helpful answer today from Guy Thompson on starting "Butterflyweed" -- or how to give ans. 5 stars -- so here's thanks &stars! More info than available ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Propagation of Asclepias tuberosa June 18, 2012 Re: Asclepias tuberosa, "butterfly weed" bush -- I have a bed in a mix of Shoal Creek well-drained caliche, soil, and some enrichment of mulch that gets almost full sun and low water. After 4 yrs a... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Ground cover under live oaks June 18, 2012 I have some areas under Live Oak trees (maybe 200 sq. ft.)that remain bare, in spite of trying Habiturf. Soil is dry, poor and shallow. Can you suggest a living ground cover that would not require m... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant ID at Wildflower Center from Waco TX June 18, 2012 I was at the Center last weekend and no one was able to answer these two questions: 1. Where can I buy Silver Ponyfoot groundcover? 2. What is the name of the plant with coral blossoms in front of... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant ID at the Wildflower Center from Austin June 18, 2012 I was at the Wildflower Center today and loved the green plants with delicate white flowers that were in both clay pots in front of the auditorium. Please let me know the name of the plants. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Graywater with soap on trees and shrubs from Austin June 18, 2012 I previously asked you about using rinse water from our top loading washer to water trees and flowers. I have two more questions: Can I use the soapy water to water trees and shrubs? Then I get... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants for Shady Clay soil in Illinois June 18, 2012 Could you recommoned native plants for clay soil and shade near Chicago? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Flower sucession for Washington DC June 18, 2012 Interplanting to cover up spring ephemerals. When bulbs/spring ephemerals (camassia, bluebells, etc.) are dying back, their wilting leaves don't look so great. What can I plant to minimize the me... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Non-native vines poisonous to animals from Park Ridge IL June 18, 2012 I have a Star Jasmine and sambac Philipine Jasmine Plant . Are they poisonous to cats or dogs. I have them in the house. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplant shock in Chinkapin oak from Copperas Cove TX June 18, 2012 I have a newly planted chinkapin oak, appx 14' tall, in the Copperas Cove TX area. It has done great for the first two weeks. Now the leaves are yellowing (June) and beginning to dry up. I water it ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Identity of garlic-like plant in Florida June 17, 2012 Please tell me what this plant is. It is not Society Garlic and it is not Meadow Garlic. It has THREE curling purple leaves and lots of bulbs flowering from the same stalk. The pointy leaves are edg... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Drought tolerant ground cover for Midlothian, TX June 17, 2012 I'm looking for a fast, low ground cover. That is drought tolerant for a large slope. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native parsley from Brooklyn NY June 17, 2012 Had beautiful flat leaf parsley plants recently turn yellow & die. Found black armadillo like bugs bored throughout the roots. Now they're spreading. How do I kill them without contaminating the pla... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native invasive Siebold viburnum from Isleboro ME June 17, 2012 I was given several small Siebold Viburnum for planting on my Maine property. Even though it is often for sale in nurseries, I'm aware it is listed as invasive in several eastern states. Shouldn't I... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native yellow lantana from Elgin TX June 17, 2012 Why do my yellow lantana buds turn brown and do not open fully? The sprinkler system does not spray onto the lantana. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Non-native Genista racemosa from Houston June 17, 2012 Read your info on Genista Racemosa. Doesn't address my problem of it not blooming this year. It's in full sun and growing well, about 30" tall & round. Bloomed last year. We're feeding with ba... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Two-leafed trilliums June 17, 2012 Turns out our 2 leafed plant IS a trillium..I saw that another person from our town also asked about trilliums..we are happy to have them, but it is confusing when the third upper leaf is absent or ve... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant identification June 16, 2012 Hello Mr. Smarty Plants: We conducted an Internet search to find a name for a plant we have that has 2 opposing leaves on stalks, and is starting to grow a purple flower in the middle, near the groun... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Identity of white flowers, 6 petals and 5 yellow stamens June 16, 2012 Have white flower with 6 petals and 5 yellow stamen in middle . Looks like yellow stamen star cluster. Could be Gladious or Star of bethleham but Star has 6 yellow stamen in middle right? Can you id... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Incomplete question from Austin TX June 16, 2012 If I asked this same question but in regards to Austin TX what would the answer be? My 2 plants have spent 2 winters indoors (they are huge now and never stop blooming), but am wondering about leaving... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plant ID from Apex NC June 16, 2012 Can you identify this plant? It is growing in our backyard in Apex, North Carolina. Picture of plant is here: https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/ZLJzQZyqq0dkU2HJQe50A9MTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?fea... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Privacy shrubs and trees that are safe for horses in California June 16, 2012 What type of privacy shrubs/trees can I plant that are safe around horses? I live in the central valley in CA. Thank you! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Need a privacy screen beside a pool in Las Vegas, NV. June 15, 2012 Hi, I need to plant a privacy screen fence next to the pool. There is only 4-5 feet between the wall and the pool. That leaves only about 2 feet for soil. What are my best options for non invasive r... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Monarda species seed for heirloom gardens in Wales June 15, 2012 Hello. I am trying to obtain seeds for the following Monarda species: - barletti, lindheimeri, russeliana, and viridissima. Our address is Wales, United Kingdom and we are hoping to obtain the full c... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Shrub with red two-globed berries June 15, 2012 I am looking for the name of a red berry with 2 globes attached to each other on a plant with small soft oval shaped leaves.I live in Maryland and they are maturing now. These bushes are in the park ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Saving non-native sempervivum from accidental weed killer application from Nashville TN June 15, 2012 How to save a 'Live Forever' plant that had weed killer put on it by mistake. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Orange rhododendrons for Millinocket ME June 15, 2012 Where will I find orange rhododendron in Maine? Or orange rhododendron that will thrive in Maine? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| What is white sticky substance in the Mandevilla vine? June 15, 2012 When I was watering my Mandevilla one of the vines broke and there was a white, sticky substance that came out of the vine. I was just curious as to what that is. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plant Identification from Decatur GA June 14, 2012 Hi: In early May 2012 we visited the Center--fantastic. There was a large shrub/tree with yellow blooms near a silo. Is it Retama? Also there was a lot of a purple blooming plant in with the conef... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Identity of bulbs from digging in an anthole June 13, 2012 I was digging in an ant hole and it collapsed and as I dug it out, I found around 50 white bulbs that did not have a smell or roots. They resembled onion bulbs. I have a picture of these and they are... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Asclepias incarnata poisonous to dogs? June 13, 2012 Is Asclepias incarnata safe in a farm/yard with plenty of dogs running around? What happens if a dog eats the leaves or seeds or pods? Is eating any of these fatal to dogs? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Identification of flower that looks like Callirhoe in NC June 12, 2012 Have a flower similar to callirhoe, but the blossum is fuchia, not purple and the foliage is light sage in color and fuzzy. It is very invasive. What is it? If you have an email address, I can send... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Request for wild and edible plant information for Boy Scouts from San Antonio June 12, 2012 We are with the Boy Scouts. Is it possible for you to email me information on the Wild and Edible plants at the Government Canyon? WE are teaching our scouts on this subject right now. We have alre... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplant shock in non-native crape myrtle from Wesley Chapel, FL June 12, 2012 I just bought a 12 ft. crape myrtle and planted it, giving it plenty of water I think. After 3 days the leaves are wilting and flowers are falling off. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plant ID from San Anselmo CA June 12, 2012 I have a spreading ground cover that no one has been able to ID in years of searching. I have taken photos of flower and foliage. I want to ID to try to improve site conditions and increase covera... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native Sago Palm from Bulverde TX June 12, 2012 My husband's job has taken him out of state and he left me in charge of his 27 year old sago palms, (house plants, sort of bonsai). They waited until he left and then quite perversely sprouted 3 foo... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Identification of vine in Pennsylvania June 11, 2012 I have several vine plants growing in my deck planters from last season. The leaves are 9 pointed, it looks more like 7, but there are 2 little points at the very bottom of the larger leaves. When t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Decorative Trees for Scenic Bench in Fairhope IL June 10, 2012 I am looking for a recommendation for a pair of small trees (does not grow taller than 18-20 feet) that can provide shade on either side of a stone bench. The site is in full sun, western exposure an... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plants for property in Connecticut adjacent to a salt marsh June 10, 2012 Hi - I live on property adjacent to a salt marsh. The salt marsh leads out to Long Island Sound. I would like to plant non-invasive native plants of Guilford, Connecticut. I do not know what plants ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Possible non-native squash and gourd cross from Kyle TX June 10, 2012 Last year I gathered seeds from the yellow squash plants that were grown from a seed packet (hybrid, I assume). Well, now the fruit produced by those plants seems to be a cross between a yellow squash... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplant rootbound tree now from Kerrville TX June 10, 2012 I purchased a Blanco Crabapple tree. Should I plant it now or wait until Fall? (It is currently rootbound.) Second question: Our Mountain Laurel has a dead trunk and one trunk has already died. I c... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Need a pretty ground cover to control erosion in Rigdeway, SC. June 09, 2012 What is a fast, pretty ground cover blanket to control erosion on steep hill. gets full sun. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Gathering seeds of Indian Blanket from Duncanville TX June 09, 2012 We have a field full of Indian Blanket that are blooming now and would like to share some seeds with our friends! Where is the seed on them and I take it we wait till they are done blooming to get the... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Deer proof ground cover for sunny area in Mississippi June 09, 2012 I am looking for a low ground cover that will thrive in a sunny location and is deer proof View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Blue mistflowers not blooming in Houston June 09, 2012 My blue mist flower plants are not blooming, but they did last summer. I have tried spreading manure, but it hasn't worked. What should I use to stimulate blooms. Thanks. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| White ash trees with bunched up leaves from Nevada TX June 09, 2012 I have very young white ash trees (3' tall planted this winter) The leaves are crippled not opening up bunched up together and have a white powder. Is this aphids mites or what. Only on one tree. Th... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Cardboard or newsprint for mulch from Cedar Park TX June 09, 2012 What is your opinion on using cardboard and/or newspaper for mulch in flower beds or around trees? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants for a ditch in PA June 09, 2012 I have a property in the suburbs about 20 miles south of Philadelphia, PA. There is a small creek running across the property. The "ditch" holding the creek is about 5 feet across, but the creek i... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Evergreen shrub for northwest-facing wall June 09, 2012 Can you suggest a tall (8-10') evergreen shrub for a site against a northwest-facing wall which gets no sun in the winter but full sun in the summer? Texas sage got too leggy and viburnum will be to... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plants for a pond edge in IN June 08, 2012 Hello, I live in Southern Indiana. I care very much about reinforcing native plants for my region & not planting anything invasive. I had a pond built last year & need some suggestions for native ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant Identification of plant similar to Oxytropis campestris June 08, 2012 This plant was found in Breckenridge Texas. Yellow flowers like Oxytropis campestris, yet it is not supposed to be in Texas. Is this possible? Soil is gravelly, sandy and yellow clay. sorry no pho... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Zinc tolerant plants for sunny area June 08, 2012 I have a very high zinc soil in an all day sun area. Any suggestions as to what kind of flower can I grow successfully? Zone 8 Thank you View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Need a vine to cover a chainlink fence in the shade in Tarrytown, NY. June 08, 2012 Any advice for a vine to cover a chain link fence in shade View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Butternut blossom time from Milwaukee WI June 08, 2012 When does the butternut tree blossom? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Vine Choices Scarce in Beaverton Oregon June 08, 2012 Hi, I am looking for a hearty vine that we could use to cling to and cover a cement wall that is about 8 feet tall and 30 feet long. It is on the south side of our house but never gets direct sunli... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Identification of plant with seed pods that have red seeds June 07, 2012 I was working for a landscaping company and I was told to clean up around the pool area. I started cleaning up then I noticed this dark brown pod on the ground. At first I thought it was a piece of an... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Source of Berlandiera pumila seeds from Coral Gables FL June 07, 2012 Where can I buy plants or seeds of Berlandiera pumila? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant identification for plant near Lake Tahoe June 07, 2012 Looking to figure out what this plant is: grows along water ways, moist areas in Lake Tahoe. Looks tropical. Only seen small versions of it but it looks like miniature bamboo with a softer stem and br... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| No blooms on Spineless Prickly Pear in Austin June 07, 2012 I've had a spineless prickly pear planted in the shade for about 3 years. It has done just fine there, but has never bloomed. I recently moved it to a full sun location(I'm in north Austin) and cove... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Propogating snowbells from Elmendorf TX June 06, 2012 Is it possible to propagate Styrax platanifolius and Halesia diptera from cuttings? If yes, what is the process? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Need native plant to stabilize 45 degree slope in Houston, TX. June 06, 2012 Can you recommend a native TX plant to be used to stabilize a 45 degree slope in the Houston area? Durability, maintenance and appearance should be considered. Thank You. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Something eating holes in Texas Betony from Austin June 06, 2012 What pest is eating holes in the leaves of my Texas Betonys? They look healthy but almost all leaves have various sizes of round holes in them. What is the best cure for this? Thanks View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Mexican Plum with wilted leaves in Austin, TX. June 06, 2012 I am new to Texas & have a yard with mature mexican plum trees. They are quite beautiful however as summer sets in I notice that the leaves appear "wilted". Is this normal or should I be providing... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Overwatering Texas Mountain Laurel from Rosanky TX June 06, 2012 I just read your article in the Statesman about over watering Mt.Laurel. Now I know why my lovely 15 year old tree is dying. We put in new grass this winter and I watered too much. Is there any hop... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant similar to a cattail June 06, 2012 I don't know where this plant grows normally, but I am looking for a plant that is similar to a cat tail, but the petals are not feathery, they are red and waxy and the petals are round almost. Plea... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Identification of plant with orange sap that glows at night June 06, 2012 I was just pulling up a plant and noticed that its sap was a kind of orange then I noticed it glowing orange at night. What kind of plant is this and is it dangerous? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Weak stems on asters and ironweed from Woodbridge ON June 06, 2012 My question is in regards to plants flopping over. My smooth asters and ironweeds never seem to have strong stems. Is because the soil is too fertile or maybe too shallow? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Poverty plant overgrown in Austin June 06, 2012 We have a poverty plant that is too big for its space in our yard. We like it and want to keep it. Can it be transplanted easily? What about pruning it. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Failure to bloom of Esperanza from Austin June 06, 2012 I have an Esperanza plant. I've had this plant for over 5 years. Its in a large pot. The plant has NEVER bloomed. I fertilize maybe once a month and dont seem to be over watering, only when I notice ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Need suggestions for privacy hedge in New River, AZ. June 05, 2012 Hi! I live on a acre that is fenced and cross-fenced with 6' chain link. I am desperate to find a drought tolerant, very low water, non-toxic, fast growing privacy hedge or vine that I can plant arou... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Is there an App for that? June 05, 2012 Do you have an app like leafsnap that my students can use to identify the plants around our school? I would like them to take a picture of the leaf of each plant with their iPads and have your data b... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants for North Myrtle Beach SC June 05, 2012 What plants will do well at North Myrtle Beach, SC that will take full sun with dry soil? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant Identification June 05, 2012 I have a plant that looks like a lamb ear leaf but with a carnation flower on top. What is it? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Toxicity of catalpa wood? June 05, 2012 Is the sawdust from cutting up a catalpa tree or the smoke from burning the wood toxic? Thank you, View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Texas plants useful to early settlers June 05, 2012 I'm working on some interpretation for a prairie heritage trail in SE TX (near Houston). I'd like to know where I can find some good information on plant remedies which might have been used by early... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
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