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Our knowledgeable staff here at Garden-Ville are available to answer many of the questions you might have about gardens, landscaping, and trees. Many problems with plants, however, cannot be responsibly diagnosed other than in person. We're located in central Texas and may not be familiar with the details of gardening in very different climate or soil zones. One of the guiding principles of organic growing is adapting methods to the particularites of local soil and climate. With that in mind we'll do our best to answer your question, but if we can't we'll be happy to help you find the appropriate resources or professionals in your area.

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  • Amy - your recent newsletter article suggests planting in the fall. In the case of plants that might freeze (such as plumbago), do you still suggest fall planting? Thanks. Diane

    11/5/200712:07:04 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment

    Plant Questions

    Diane,

    Texas does not have hard winters, if we do it is only for a couple of days and the temperatures do not drop very far below freezing. If you plant your plumbago in the fall use products that stimulate root growth like our Rocket Fuel and put a 1-2" layer of mulch on the ground around the plants to regulate soil moisture and temperature, our fall season is very mild and will cause less stress on the plant as it adapts to its new environment. When we do hit our winter time you can purchase a plant blanket that will keep the plants warm while allowing sunlight, moisture, and air to enter.   

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