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    Western Redbud

    Ok, now I’ve spent a bit of time reading more about C. occidentalis (syn. C. orbiculata Greene) on the forum and web. I can’t find any document...
    Post by: Polar, Nov 11, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    Western Redbud

    Yes, true. I keep thinking we’re ‘California’ as we can grow several things they can, especially when it comes to coastal properties. Indeed it...
    Post by: Polar, Nov 10, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    Western Redbud

    C. canadensis is readily available in BC nurseries everywhere. It’s the C. occidentalis that is harder to find. I would like one as it would seem...
    Post by: Polar, Nov 10, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    Chilopsis OR xChitalpa

    Wendy, you’re so thoughtful. Thanks for the new pics! I’ve decided to give that tree a miss though it fills the bill in so many ways (drought...
    Post by: Polar, Nov 10, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    British Columbia: Is this Lysimachia maritima?

    That’s excellent! Thanks!
    Post by: Polar, Sep 13, 2021 in forum: Pacific Northwest Native Plants
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    British Columbia: Is this Lysimachia maritima?

    I’m wondering about the low lying plant in front and around the fire weed. Can you see it?
    Post by: Polar, Sep 13, 2021 in forum: Pacific Northwest Native Plants
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    British Columbia: Is this Lysimachia maritima?

    Saw it growing in abundance on islands off Nootka island, along the forest edge on pebble beaches. This picture was taken in early August. Sorry,...
    Thread by: Polar, Sep 13, 2021, 5 replies, in forum: Pacific Northwest Native Plants
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    Tall conifer-like weed or perennial?

    Yes, I’m sure your right! Thanks!!
    Post by: Polar, Sep 12, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    Tall conifer-like weed or perennial?

    Any idea what this is?
    Thread by: Polar, Sep 12, 2021, 2 replies, in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    Fig and Olive Trees

    That is all very encouraging news. Thanks for the update. I know what I’m trying next...!
    Post by: Polar, Apr 27, 2021 in forum: Fruit and Nut Trees
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    Fig and Olive Trees

    Two Q’s: How are your Chinese chestnut tress coming along? Are they likely too young to produce yet? When are you expecting them to start? Also,...
    Post by: Polar, Apr 25, 2021 in forum: Fruit and Nut Trees
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    British Columbia: fruit trees in balcony containers

    You are absolutely right! I was looking for self-fertile when I bought it as it was to go on my patio! How could I have missed that! So many...
    Post by: Polar, Apr 22, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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    British Columbia: fruit trees in balcony containers

    By tomorrow, many of these buds will be completely open.
    Post by: Polar, Apr 20, 2021 in forum: Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest