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Information for native garden in Guadalajara, Mexico July 24, 2006 I am trying to start up my native garden in Guadalajara Mexico but have not been able to find many databases or info. Any advice or suggestions? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Removal of Western yarrow invading lawn July 23, 2006 We have western yarrow in our yard and it is starting to take over and kill the grass. How do we get rid of it? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Non-native invasive tungoil tree July 21, 2006 I believe I have a tungoil tree growing in my yard. How do I care for it and when would be the best time to move it. It is about 6 foot tall and has about 12 seed (fruit) on it. Thanks. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Soapberry Transplant shock symptoms July 21, 2006 Please suggest a cause & cure for general yellowing of the leaves of Western Soapberry when planted in the ground 20 miles NW of Austin (thin, poor clay over limestone). Trees still in containers are... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Grapes Grown from Seed July 21, 2006 Can mustang grapes be grown from seed? If so, how is the best way and when is the best time to do it? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Salvia, geum transplant shock symptoms July 21, 2006 I need some help. I transplanted 2 xeriscape plants and they are not doing well. 1 is Pitcher Sage-sorry I don't know botanical name; the other is White Avens. The've grown a lot but all the leave... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Moisture as trigger for Cenizo bloom July 17, 2006 Does the cenizo bloom because it has had water on its leaves and stems? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Contacts with botanical illustrators July 16, 2006 I am interested in preparing 3D (stereoscopic) illustrations of plants and flowers. Can you give some contacts with botanical illustrators for guidance? Are there any guidelines about botanical illust... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Environmentally friendly native erosion control plants for arid hillside in Austin July 15, 2006 Hi, I'm moving into Agave, the new east side development in Austin. It's currently an arid hill with almost no trees and a steep (by gardening standards) hill. As a community, we'd love to... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
Non-native, invasive mimosa trees July 15, 2006 I have a mimosa tree. The blooms on mine are very pale while I see many other trees with bright blooms. Is there anyway to change the color of the blooms? For instance, is the color due to the PH o... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
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