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Survival of bluebonnets in extreme heat from Tioga TX
September 03, 2011
Is there anything I can do for my bluebonnet patch in this extreme drought for the rest of the summer and fall? Should I have watered this summer? I had a good show and think seeding was fairly normal...
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Propagation of Cahaba lily from Columbia TN
September 03, 2011
My cahaba lilies have so many seed pods. I would like to use the seeds properly to grow more lilies. Can anyone tell me the best way to go about it? Thank you
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Transplanting trumpet creeper in Prairie City, IA
August 22, 2011
I have a Trumpet Creeper that I would like to transplant. How do you do that?
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Commercial sources of Virginia creeper
August 19, 2011
I am looking for Virginia Creeper 'Engelmannii' liners, I have looked through most of your national suppliers directory, only a couple carry vines. Thank you,
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Transplanting a redbud in August from St. Louis MO
August 09, 2011
I have a 4' tall redbud that needs to be transplanted before the end of August because of construction on our house. Can this be done without killing the tree? Can I take a cutting from the tree and ...
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Transplanting young Nolina texana plants
August 05, 2011
Mr. SP, I am looking for information relating to transplanting some young Nolina texana. Esp. the best time of the year and whether to replant directly in the ground or .. Thanks,
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Propagating Magnolia grandiflora from Murfreesboro TN
August 03, 2011
There are several Magnolia grandiflora (Southern magnolia) that have been planted in my neighborhood in middle Tennessee by a landscaping company, and now that they all appear to be producing seeds, ...
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Reproducing Echinacea 'Sunbeam' from Powthan VA
August 03, 2011
I would like to reproduce a flowering plant- Sundown echinacea. I have a plant now. Can you give me info on how to do it? thanks so much.
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Air layering with Spanish moss from Dunnellon FL
July 28, 2011
Is it possible to air layer plant cuttings using Spanish Moss instead of Sphagum Moss? I have a yard full! Thanks
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Propagation of quincula lobata from Alleyton TX
July 20, 2011
Quincula lobata..how to propagate and when?
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Non-native Moth Mullein as a garden plant from Starksville MS
July 09, 2011
I collected seeds from a beautiful Moth Mullein growing in a lot which will soon be bulldozed. Would I regret sowing them in the back of a sunny perennial bed this fall. These are from the white-pin...
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Propagating magnolias from Springtown TX
July 07, 2011
I am trying to find out how to plant Magnolia tree seeds and what has to be done with them prior to planting, if anything and what type of soil to use.
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Tx Mt. Laurel and Mex. Buckeye seed propagation in drought
July 01, 2011
I live in the Hill Country near New Braunfels. Since I am only at my house in July and August, I would like to plant both Texas Mountain Laurel and Mexican Buckeye from the seeds harvested from mothe...
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Squirrels eating seed pods of Rock Rose in Austin
June 24, 2011
Squirrel(s) have been ripping the branches off my rock rose bushes in order to eat the seed pods. Previously we had problems with squirrel(s) gnawing on our garden ornaments. I sprayed the ornaments ...
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Collecting seeds for Texas Bluebell from Clifton TX
June 13, 2011
How and when should I try and collect seeds from the Texas Bluebell?
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Can wildflower seeds be stored in plastic from Bayside TX
June 10, 2011
I have been harvesting seeds from all of the varieties of wildflowers I'd planted in a raised flower bed. I had vacuum sealed them with my Seal-A Meal but a few days ago I was told that this was not ...
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Saving seeds of western red cedar from Monroe WA
June 06, 2011
I would like to know how to save and store seeds of western redcedar if not planning on planting them their current year.
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germinating Gulf coast penstemon and purple coneflower
June 03, 2011
I'm interested in propagating gulf coast penstemon (penstemon tenuis) from seed. Do I have to mascerate the 'berries' to remove the pulp from the seed, and do I have to stratify the seed to get th...
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Care of recently propagated Century Plant from Litchfield Park AZ
April 24, 2011
To germinate some century plant seeds I put them in dirt and put the pot in a tray of water. Now, I have 3 sprouts about an inch tall and they came up about an inch apart. Question is, how should I w...
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Propagation of Blackfoot Daisy from Gonzales TX
March 25, 2011
How do I propagate Melampodium leucanthum, blackfoot daisy?
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Growing native trees from seeds
March 25, 2011
I'm trying to let large empty sections of my property revert back to woods by means of natural seeding. I have existing White Oaks, Water Oaks, Yaupon Hollies, Sweet Gums, Loblolly Pines, American E...
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Need advice for growing Texas Mountain Laurel from seed in Humble, TX
March 25, 2011
We live in Humble, Texas 77396 and would like to grow some Texas Mountain Laurel trees from seed. I recently read that they may not grow well in this area because they prefer the Texas Hill country a...
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Propagation of Red Yucca from Golden, CO
March 17, 2011
I have collected the mature seeds of Hesperaloe parviflora (the red yucca). Can you tell me what steps I need to follow for successful germination? Many thanks!
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Planting orange-flowered asclepias in Austin
March 15, 2011
I have asclepias seeds of the orange flower variety and would like to plant them. What should I do for the best success, and how long does it take for them to come up?
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Transplanting Spiderwort in Austin
March 14, 2011
I have a big patch of spiderwort that has popped up in the middle of my front lawn. Will it survive being dug up and moved to the garden?
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Rooting hybrid Savannah Holly from cuttings from Gainesville FL
March 04, 2011
I need instructions on rooting the Savannah Holly from cuttings. I understand that seedlings will not be true to the parent..is this true? Please help. What type of soil mix should I use?
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Propagation of evergreen sumac by cuttings from Cedar Creek TX
March 02, 2011
I seek an ”Evergreen Sumac” propagation method by cuttings.
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Propagation of native plants by seed in Round Rock TX
February 26, 2011
I'm trying to include more native and adapted low water use plants in the landscaping of my yard in Round Rock Texas. Due to a limited budget I've been collecting seeds from plants around the area ...
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Landscape services in Austin
February 21, 2011
I just bought a property in Austin with a terrific outdoor space. However, I came to find that the previous owner added jasmine and many other invasive species. I'd like to rid the entire space of th...
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At what age does Possumhaw (Ilex decidua) begin to flower in Pflugerville, TX?
January 13, 2011
At what age does a female possumhaw (Ilex decidua) usually bloom and set fruit? Or is there a way to identify the female other than by the presence of berries? I grew a number from seed and want to ...
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Where can seeds or plants of Ruellia nudiflora be obtained from Cedar Park TX
January 10, 2011
Where can I purchase Ruellia nudiflora seeds or plants?
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Tall Evergreens for Pennsylvania
January 06, 2011
I want to plant tall evergreen trees that grow really tall in deep shade or that I can plant already fairly large and withstand the shock of planting in a mature state and live in deep shade. I thank ...
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Looking for an apple tree to plant in Austin, TX.
December 08, 2010
I want to plant an apple tree in my yard that bears fruit and will provide habitat and shade. Are any varieties that will do well in the South Austin area? And do I have to plant two trees to get fru...
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Native grass for Austin to sow in the early spring
December 02, 2010
What is the best native grass seed to plant in the Austin area? What is the best time of year to plant? I'll be planting in an area that has no real established grass.
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Oakleaf hydrangea in Indiana
November 18, 2010
I was given a start of an oak leaf hydrangea by a generous friend from her garden. I have been searching for "what to expect" about this plant. I planted it last year and it grew..this year..but d...
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No berries on dogwoods in GA
November 18, 2010
I have 4 native dogwood trees. I have owned the property for 4 years. They have never produced berries. Can you tell me why? are the trees male and female, and could I have all males?
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Properties of Nolina species
November 16, 2010
I bought two plants that were labeled "Nolina" but one has round leaves and the other has flat leaves with serrations. Are they two different species? Also, can they be divided or is there only on...
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Do Fleming yaupons make pollen
November 09, 2010
I have been told that all Will Fleming yaupons are male and can serve as effective pollinators for female yaupons (the females I have are Pride of Houston variety). Is this true? Also, can dwarf yau...
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Harvesting bittersweet from Ames IA
November 06, 2010
How do I harvest my bittersweet?
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Growing Big Red Sage from Seed in San Antonio
November 04, 2010
I harvested some seed this year from my Big Red Salvia (Salvia penstemonoides). I have searched multiple sites looking for information on growing this wonderful salvia but cannot locate any informati...
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Planting wildflower seeds in a drought in Grimes Co. TX
November 03, 2010
I have a dilemma, shared by others I'm sure. My place, which is in Oakland prairie, has seen no real rainfall since sometime in August, and the soil (sand, loam, and blackland clays)is extremely dry....
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Do pecans and bluebonnets only bloom every other year from New Braunfels TX
November 03, 2010
Is it true that bluebonnets only seed every other year? I know we see bluebonnets every year, so this is quite a mystery to us. Also, is it the same with pecan trees?
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Seed propagation for Goldeneye Sunflower for Austin
October 30, 2010
I have been unable to find Golden Eye seed, and am therefore thinking about harvesting seed from existing plants. My question is: At what stage of the development do I make the harvest of fully develo...
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Transplanting False Gaura in Austin
October 27, 2010
I am transplanting my false gaura. Do they transplant well, and should I cut them back?
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Growing Magnolia from Seed in Dallas
October 20, 2010
I recently visited the property that had once been my grandmother's. Lots of memories. The house burned down years ago, but the magnolia tree that she loved still stood. I gathered several dried seed...
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Why is my Horstail falling over in Austin?
October 14, 2010
I have a Horsetail plant. It was doing great but now, for the last few months, its not growing straight! Its falling over. Why?
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Propagation of Liatris elegans in Lubbock TX
October 14, 2010
I am going to harvest several Liatris Elegans.I want to grow as many as possible out of what I harvest. What will be the best method? I have plenty of land at my home for growing these plants.I will ...
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Student wants pointers to increase germination rate of Salvia farinacea in Lubbock, Texas
October 06, 2010
I am a student at Texas Tech, studying environmental horticulture. I have been doing research on Salvia farinacea as well as a number of other natives. I've just been assigned a project to increase t...
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Propagating Eustoma exaltatum from seed in Lucas TX
September 27, 2010
Hello I know that Texas bluebells Eustoma exaltatum ssp. russellianum are supposed to be difficult to start from seed. Does Mr. Smarty Plants have any helpful hints? Thanks!
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Problems with a Hackberry tree in San Antonio.
September 23, 2010
Our old hackberry tree fell over last year. Now we have dozens of new ones popping up in the same area. We want to transplant a few to another area of the yard, but they aren't surviving. It appears ...
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