Here in the Southwest we enjoy the bright sun, long dry spells, mountains high and chilly, valleys wide and shimmering in heat, wide temperature swings and poor soil. These are just a few of the challenges commonly faced by Southwest gardeners. Although pleasant weather in some spots starts at about the same time of year that intolerable weather does in other parts, we jointly celebrate the generous warmth of the sun and the bounty that nature provides not only in plants, but in native animals and even, sometimes, in rocks and scenic sunsets. Share your questions and experiences, your challenges and triumphs in the garden.
The Southwest Gardening discussion forum at Dave's Garden. Here in the Southwest we enjoy the bright sun, long dry spells, mountains high and chilly, valleys wide and shimmering in heat, wide temperature swings and poor soil. These are just a few of the chall...… Read More
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Yellow Mini Roses
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Milkweed
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hunchback Plumeria question
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Birds in El Paso area
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You may be Southwest riff raff if
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Rooting cut roses from the florist
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Craigs List SCORE!
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Canna Musafolia - banana cannas
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I need a hug
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Heart-leaved hibiscus plants or seeds
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Who am I?
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stone mortar
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Dog tail :)
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Anyone want some bees?
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5 Lovebirds sitting in my tree K-I-S-S-I-N-G
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Anyone know what this is?
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Seed sale
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Stapelias
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where do you buy your seed envelopes?
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wandering jew propogation
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who wants free plumeria seeds
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who wants free plumeria seeds
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Pink Mexican Bird of Paradise (MBOP)
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What is this??
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Happy birthday FrangapaniAZ.
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74 degrees at 12:30?
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Any one try the Strawbale Gardening?
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Happy birthday WormsLoveSharon
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What are these?
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For the first time
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When it rains it pours!
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distressed plant score.
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sparrows raiding finch sock
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