What flowers/vegetables/fruits will grow in south texas

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  1. amituregardener

    amituregardener Member

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    Hey im starting a new garden in my backyard, and I need some tips on what to plant different techniques Etc. I would apreiciate if I got some different ways and plants. I'd prefere nothing to difficult, im just an amiture gardener.


    Thanks a ton,
    Amituregardener


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  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Try T.A.M.U. Hort. web site.
     
  3. Newt

    Newt Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Hi Amituregardener,

    As Ron suggested you could click around here. You will need to know your hardiness zone, sun or shade conditions and soil conditions to select plants. Adding lots of compost to the soil will help your plants to grow better and aid in water retention, improved texture of the soil and better drainage.
    http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/

    You could also do some reading here. That way you will learn what plants are invasive, what does well in your area and plants to select that grow well for you. Of course native plants are always a great choice. Be sure to include your hardiness zone and state if you register.
    http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/txgard/

    Newt
     

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