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Saturday - March 20, 2004

From: Austin, TX
Region: Southwest
Topic: Seed and Plant Sources
Title: Source for native plants for Austin, TX
Answered by: Sage Kawecki

QUESTION:

Where can I purchase native plants for my area?

ANSWER:

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center maintains a database of native plant and seed sources. Download your regional Native Plant and Seed Source List on-line from our Clearinghouse or search for Seed Suppliers in the National Suppliers Directory.

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