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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?
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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?
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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.
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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...
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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?
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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...
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Moisture as trigger for Cenizo bloom
July 17, 2006
Does the cenizo bloom because it has had water on its leaves and stems?
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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...
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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...
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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...
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