From aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue, 26 Oct 1999 10:42:34 -0700 (MST) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 10:42:34 -0700 (MST) From: Aaryn Olsson aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] test Test message. Please ignore ;-) From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:00:13 -0700 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:00:13 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] Fwd: Queen Palm Care It is also available on line >From: RodMcQ6@aol.com >Date: Mon, 25 Oct 1999 21:03:32 EDT >Subject: Queen Palm Care >To: aokayservices@msn.com >CC: arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > > >U of A Extension has available an excellent bulletin on palm tree care >available for only $1.00 at 4341 E. Broadway, Phoenix, 85040. >Rod Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:31:50 -0700 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:31:50 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] What to Plant Now? Check out these resources available on the web: Timely Tips for October Vegetable Planting Calendar Flower Planting Guide Flower Planting Table Desert Gardening for Beginners: How to Grow Vegetables, Flowers and Herbs in an Arid Climate In October: Plant Seeds Beets, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collard Greens, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf), Leeks, Mustard, Onions (Bulb & Green), Parsnips, Peas, Radishes, Rutabagas, Spinach, Turnips Plant Transplants Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Garlic, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf) At 09:32 PM 10/25/1999 -0700, you wrote: >What kind of seeds can I sow now for a vegetable garden? I planted some >tomato plants the first week of Oct. Is that too late? Or can I expect to >get some tomatoes before frost? They are EARLY GIRL. Is it too late to >plant cucumbers or squash now? >Also, what flower seeds can I sow now? Are there any annuals that will >take a frost and still look good? I could get plants from a nursery >instead of starting seeds if it is too late. From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue, 26 Oct 1999 16:38:44 -0700 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 16:38:44 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] New EMAIL list management system for arid_gardener Greetings! Thanks to the help of the guys at the University of Arizona ECAT lab we have been able to upgrade the system used to manage this email list for the Arid Gardeners. We converted from 'Majordomo" to "Mailman" which will give you much more control over your participation in the list. If you have any questions about the list please contact Lucy Bradley Lucy Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From PERFLOWERS@aol.com Wed, 27 Oct 1999 00:03:07 EDT Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 00:03:07 EDT From: PERFLOWERS@aol.com PERFLOWERS@aol.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Flower Seeds The following flower seeds can be planted in Nov: African daisy, ageratum, asters, Baby's breath, black-eyed Susan, calendula, Clarkia, bachelor buttons, flax (both blue and red), hollyhocks, larkspur, lupine, poppies (California, Iceland and Shirley), snapdragon, stock, sweet peas, and yarrow. There are quite a few others, but these are probably the ones you recognize. When you buy the seed, check the packets and see at what temperature each seed germinates. Plant the ones that need the highest germination temperature first. Val From DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com Wed, 27 Oct 1999 16:23:40 EDT Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 16:23:40 EDT From: DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Re: CALL FOR EXHIBITORS - SW Region Community and School/Youth Gardening Conf... Leslie, I need to confess that I got the two conferences confused. I glanced at this e mail quickly and assumed that it was the MG conference (which is of course in Oct.) My speed reading skills certainly do need to be improved. Do you need presenters at this one and tell me more about ehibitors. The e mail you recently sent about the "great divide" was for this one. Right? Wow, talk about confusion. Hello brain. Are you still in there?To many irons in the fire here. Is there a program or schedule or any info out on this conference? Dixie From marketing@tohonochulpark.org Thu, 28 Oct 1999 14:52:19 -0700 Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 14:52:19 -0700 From: April Bourie marketing@tohonochulpark.org Subject: [Arid_gardener] Please note new email address This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Please note that Tohono Chul Park has a new web site and email address. The Web Site address is: www.tohonochulpark.org, and the new email = address is: general@tohonochulpark.org. Thanks! April Bourie Marketing and Communications Director ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
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------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240-- From laguy2@primenet.com Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:43:11 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:43:11 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Citrus in Zone 8 I don't believe I saw a response to your question yet, and so apologize if I duplicate someone else's answer. If you are not in Maricopa County, your best bet is to contact the Cooperative Extension in your county for specific information on citrus in your climate zone. By year 3-4 most citrus is producing in the low desert (zone 9), barring unfavorable water, fertilization, climate conditions or unresolved pest problems. You might be interested in a publication called Citrus Trees in the Home Garden (publication#8464) which discusses frost protection as well as cultivation. Send $1 to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Good luck, Linda Guy Master Gardener beckbabe@webtv.net wrote: > I have an orange tree about 5 years old when do you think it will produce fruit? And how would you keep it from freezing in winter I am in zone 8. From laguy2@primenet.com Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:52:59 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:52:59 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Software for Landscape Designing Manfred, The University of Arizona has software that focuses on desert plants. Check out: http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/pubs/press.htm#CD For a piece of software that does everything including a purchase order for the plants involved in the design, I would recommend looking over the products available from American Nurseryman Publishing Company. A catalog is available (PN800-621-5727) or check out the website (www.amerinursery.com). Other possibilities are the American Horticultural Society (800-777-7931) and National Gardening Association (800-lets-gro). I don't have websites handy, but would be surprised if they were not online, too. Good Luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener helspermc@mindspring.com wrote: > I am looking for software packages that will allow me to design landscaping ,inclusive of the usage of desert plants and cacti. The software should draw plans and produce a list of items used with associated costs. > Pls. let me know of your recommendations and sources for aquisition. > Thanks, Manfred Helsper From laguy2@primenet.com Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:24:28 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:24:28 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Conadria Figs Our publication MC-23 entitled Home Grown Figs, can be ordered for $1 from: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Figs are fast and vigorous growers in our area. I'm not familiar with the specific growth habit of the conadria, which is supposed to be good in hot areas, but figs will reach 15-30' high and wide depending on care, pruning, etc. Hope this helps. Linda Guy Master Gardener yardnymph@aol.com wrote: > Just purchased a conadria fig tree. Can you give me info on planting, fertilizing, etc... How big can I expect the tree to grow? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:29:43 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:29:43 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Trees for Maricopa County While you've mentioned the desire for 'leafy trees' but there are other considerations to evaluate: size, proximity to power lines, if you would like a low water use tree, whether you want a tree that is green all year round (but nonconiferous) or if you would accept a deciduous tree, exposure, etc. I would suggest two of our publications: MC-13 Trees for Maricopa County and MC-33 Drought resistant trees for Maricopa County. These are available for $1 each by writing to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 One of our horticultural newsletters has a general list of potential tree problems. Higher maintenance trees are eucalyptus, palms, olives, chinese elm, mesquite(certain varieties require lots of pruning so if in a heavily trafficked area, they'll need a lot of grooming). They're so TALL! silk oak, eucalyptus, palms, aleppo pines. Chlorosis or Disease potential: silk oak, elms, eucalyptus, citrus, bottle trees, queen palms, ornamental pears. Litter problems or seasonal nuisance: eucalyptus, jacaranda, yellow oleander, carob, orchid, olive, pine, citrus, palms, mesquite, mulberry, silk oak Allergens: olive, african sumac, mulberry Damage causing roots: cottonwood, mulberry, chamel ash, silk oak, chniese elm, aleppo pine. Hope this helps! Linda Guy Master Gardener gwoodside@uswest.net wrote: > I have three huge pine trees in my back yard > that I would like to replace with leafy type > shade trees. What is the best type that can > withstand our summers and are fairly low > maintenance? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:39:24 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:39:24 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Umbrella Plant Control The only way I know to control this plant is to periodically dig out the plant. Over time, the centers will become well overgrown. You will want to dig this out and replant with the smaller divisions taken from the perimeter of the plant. I would be afraid that an herbicide would impact the whole plant. One trick, which I use on perennial herbs that tend to run rampant across my beds, is to sink a plastic pot (5 or 15 gallon, depending on the size you want) in the area where you want the plant. Make sure the bottom has been cut out for drainage. This might make the annual division process easier for you, too. I'm not uncomfortable making this recommendation, because I have related varieties growing successfully in my pond in containers. Each spring, I remove almost 2/3 from the container and retain only the best looking third of the plant for the following season. Good luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener pmjk@excite.com wrote: > How can one control umbrella grass? Ours spreads latterally by rhizomes whereever it wants. Is there a recommended herbicide? From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Fri, 29 Oct 1999 13:55:20 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 13:55:20 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] Butterflies of Arizona Check out this website with photographs and descriptions of Butterflies found in Arizona. It includes hundreds of butterflies and contains information in the following categories: Wing span: Keys to Identification: Life history: Flight Season: Caterpillar host plants: Adult food: Habitat: Range: Conservation: Management needs: Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From millero@worldnet.att.net Fri, 29 Oct 1999 22:28:01 -0700 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 22:28:01 -0700 From: Olin Miller millero@worldnet.att.net Subject: [Arid_gardener] Flower and Garden Show Date: Saturday and Sunday, November 13 and 14, 1999 Location: Washing Adult Center Auditorium 2240 W CITRUS WAY PHOENIX AZ The Washington Adult Center is the half-mile street between Bethany Home Rd. and Glendale Ave, at 23rd Ave. and Citrus Way about 1/2 mile east of I-17. You are invited to the Fall Flower and Garden Show which is free and open to the public. The show is offered as a service to the public and it brings together examples of the many flowers, vegetables, and fruits that can be grown successfully in our low desert climate. Important objectives of the show are to increase interest in gardening, to encourage the growing of plants by more individuals, to broaden horticultural knowledge and skills, and to protect and improve the quality of plants grown. You can help realize these objectives by exhibiting your gardening accomplishments in the show. An optional novice section is available if you have not previously exhibited or won a blue ribbon. Entries will be accepted from 7:00AM to 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 13. To obtain a schedule of show classifications and entry tags, send your request with your mailing address to millero@worldnet.att.net . Additional entry tags will also be available at the staging area at the adult center. See also the show announcement at http://home.att.net/~millero/show99.html. The show will be open for viewing 1:00-5:00 PM on Saturday and 1:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, November 13-14. From aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 17:42:34 1999 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 10:42:34 -0700 (MST) From: Aaryn Olsson aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] test Test message. Please ignore ;-) From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 22:00:13 1999 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:00:13 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] Fwd: Queen Palm Care It is also available on line >From: RodMcQ6@aol.com >Date: Mon, 25 Oct 1999 21:03:32 EDT >Subject: Queen Palm Care >To: aokayservices@msn.com >CC: arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > > >U of A Extension has available an excellent bulletin on palm tree care >available for only $1.00 at 4341 E. Broadway, Phoenix, 85040. >Rod Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 22:31:50 1999 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:31:50 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] What to Plant Now? Check out these resources available on the web: Timely Tips for October Vegetable Planting Calendar Flower Planting Guide Flower Planting Table Desert Gardening for Beginners: How to Grow Vegetables, Flowers and Herbs in an Arid Climate In October: Plant Seeds Beets, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collard Greens, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf), Leeks, Mustard, Onions (Bulb & Green), Parsnips, Peas, Radishes, Rutabagas, Spinach, Turnips Plant Transplants Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Garlic, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf) At 09:32 PM 10/25/1999 -0700, you wrote: >What kind of seeds can I sow now for a vegetable garden? I planted some >tomato plants the first week of Oct. Is that too late? Or can I expect to >get some tomatoes before frost? They are EARLY GIRL. Is it too late to >plant cucumbers or squash now? >Also, what flower seeds can I sow now? Are there any annuals that will >take a frost and still look good? I could get plants from a nursery >instead of starting seeds if it is too late. From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 23:38:44 1999 Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 16:38:44 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] New EMAIL list management system for arid_gardener Greetings! Thanks to the help of the guys at the University of Arizona ECAT lab we have been able to upgrade the system used to manage this email list for the Arid Gardeners. We converted from 'Majordomo" to "Mailman" which will give you much more control over your participation in the list. If you have any questions about the list please contact Lucy Bradley Lucy Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From PERFLOWERS@aol.com Wed Oct 27 04:03:07 1999 Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 00:03:07 EDT From: PERFLOWERS@aol.com PERFLOWERS@aol.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Flower Seeds The following flower seeds can be planted in Nov: African daisy, ageratum, asters, Baby's breath, black-eyed Susan, calendula, Clarkia, bachelor buttons, flax (both blue and red), hollyhocks, larkspur, lupine, poppies (California, Iceland and Shirley), snapdragon, stock, sweet peas, and yarrow. There are quite a few others, but these are probably the ones you recognize. When you buy the seed, check the packets and see at what temperature each seed germinates. Plant the ones that need the highest germination temperature first. Val From DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com Wed Oct 27 20:23:40 1999 Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 16:23:40 EDT From: DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Re: CALL FOR EXHIBITORS - SW Region Community and School/Youth Gardening Conf... Leslie, I need to confess that I got the two conferences confused. I glanced at this e mail quickly and assumed that it was the MG conference (which is of course in Oct.) My speed reading skills certainly do need to be improved. Do you need presenters at this one and tell me more about ehibitors. The e mail you recently sent about the "great divide" was for this one. Right? Wow, talk about confusion. Hello brain. Are you still in there?To many irons in the fire here. Is there a program or schedule or any info out on this conference? Dixie From marketing@tohonochulpark.org Thu Oct 28 21:52:19 1999 Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 14:52:19 -0700 From: April Bourie marketing@tohonochulpark.org Subject: [Arid_gardener] Please note new email address This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Please note that Tohono Chul Park has a new web site and email address. The Web Site address is: www.tohonochulpark.org, and the new email = address is: general@tohonochulpark.org. Thanks! April Bourie Marketing and Communications Director ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
Please note that Tohono Chul Park = has a new web=20 site and email address.
 
The Web Site address is: www.tohonochulpark.org, and = the new=20 email address is:
general@tohonochulpark.org= .
 
Thanks!
April Bourie
Marketing and Communications=20 Director
------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240-- From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 17:43:11 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:43:11 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Citrus in Zone 8 I don't believe I saw a response to your question yet, and so apologize if I duplicate someone else's answer. If you are not in Maricopa County, your best bet is to contact the Cooperative Extension in your county for specific information on citrus in your climate zone. By year 3-4 most citrus is producing in the low desert (zone 9), barring unfavorable water, fertilization, climate conditions or unresolved pest problems. You might be interested in a publication called Citrus Trees in the Home Garden (publication#8464) which discusses frost protection as well as cultivation. Send $1 to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Good luck, Linda Guy Master Gardener beckbabe@webtv.net wrote: > I have an orange tree about 5 years old when do you think it will produce fruit? And how would you keep it from freezing in winter I am in zone 8. From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 17:52:59 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:52:59 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Software for Landscape Designing Manfred, The University of Arizona has software that focuses on desert plants. Check out: http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/pubs/press.htm#CD For a piece of software that does everything including a purchase order for the plants involved in the design, I would recommend looking over the products available from American Nurseryman Publishing Company. A catalog is available (PN800-621-5727) or check out the website (www.amerinursery.com). Other possibilities are the American Horticultural Society (800-777-7931) and National Gardening Association (800-lets-gro). I don't have websites handy, but would be surprised if they were not online, too. Good Luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener helspermc@mindspring.com wrote: > I am looking for software packages that will allow me to design landscaping ,inclusive of the usage of desert plants and cacti. The software should draw plans and produce a list of items used with associated costs. > Pls. let me know of your recommendations and sources for aquisition. > Thanks, Manfred Helsper From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:24:28 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:24:28 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Conadria Figs Our publication MC-23 entitled Home Grown Figs, can be ordered for $1 from: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Figs are fast and vigorous growers in our area. I'm not familiar with the specific growth habit of the conadria, which is supposed to be good in hot areas, but figs will reach 15-30' high and wide depending on care, pruning, etc. Hope this helps. Linda Guy Master Gardener yardnymph@aol.com wrote: > Just purchased a conadria fig tree. Can you give me info on planting, fertilizing, etc... How big can I expect the tree to grow? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:29:43 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:29:43 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Trees for Maricopa County While you've mentioned the desire for 'leafy trees' but there are other considerations to evaluate: size, proximity to power lines, if you would like a low water use tree, whether you want a tree that is green all year round (but nonconiferous) or if you would accept a deciduous tree, exposure, etc. I would suggest two of our publications: MC-13 Trees for Maricopa County and MC-33 Drought resistant trees for Maricopa County. These are available for $1 each by writing to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 One of our horticultural newsletters has a general list of potential tree problems. Higher maintenance trees are eucalyptus, palms, olives, chinese elm, mesquite(certain varieties require lots of pruning so if in a heavily trafficked area, they'll need a lot of grooming). They're so TALL! silk oak, eucalyptus, palms, aleppo pines. Chlorosis or Disease potential: silk oak, elms, eucalyptus, citrus, bottle trees, queen palms, ornamental pears. Litter problems or seasonal nuisance: eucalyptus, jacaranda, yellow oleander, carob, orchid, olive, pine, citrus, palms, mesquite, mulberry, silk oak Allergens: olive, african sumac, mulberry Damage causing roots: cottonwood, mulberry, chamel ash, silk oak, chniese elm, aleppo pine. Hope this helps! Linda Guy Master Gardener gwoodside@uswest.net wrote: > I have three huge pine trees in my back yard > that I would like to replace with leafy type > shade trees. What is the best type that can > withstand our summers and are fairly low > maintenance? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:39:24 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:39:24 -0700 From: Linda A. Guy laguy2@primenet.com Subject: [Arid_gardener] Umbrella Plant Control The only way I know to control this plant is to periodically dig out the plant. Over time, the centers will become well overgrown. You will want to dig this out and replant with the smaller divisions taken from the perimeter of the plant. I would be afraid that an herbicide would impact the whole plant. One trick, which I use on perennial herbs that tend to run rampant across my beds, is to sink a plastic pot (5 or 15 gallon, depending on the size you want) in the area where you want the plant. Make sure the bottom has been cut out for drainage. This might make the annual division process easier for you, too. I'm not uncomfortable making this recommendation, because I have related varieties growing successfully in my pond in containers. Each spring, I remove almost 2/3 from the container and retain only the best looking third of the plant for the following season. Good luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener pmjk@excite.com wrote: > How can one control umbrella grass? Ours spreads latterally by rhizomes whereever it wants. Is there a recommended herbicide? From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Fri Oct 29 20:55:20 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 13:55:20 -0700 From: Lucy Bradley BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Subject: [Arid_gardener] Butterflies of Arizona Check out this website with photographs and descriptions of Butterflies found in Arizona. It includes hundreds of butterflies and contains information in the following categories: Wing span: Keys to Identification: Life history: Flight Season: Caterpillar host plants: Adult food: Habitat: Range: Conservation: Management needs: Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From millero@worldnet.att.net Sat Oct 30 05:28:01 1999 Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 22:28:01 -0700 From: Olin Miller millero@worldnet.att.net Subject: [Arid_gardener] Flower and Garden Show Date: Saturday and Sunday, November 13 and 14, 1999 Location: Washing Adult Center Auditorium 2240 W CITRUS WAY PHOENIX AZ The Washington Adult Center is the half-mile street between Bethany Home Rd. and Glendale Ave, at 23rd Ave. and Citrus Way about 1/2 mile east of I-17. You are invited to the Fall Flower and Garden Show which is free and open to the public. The show is offered as a service to the public and it brings together examples of the many flowers, vegetables, and fruits that can be grown successfully in our low desert climate. Important objectives of the show are to increase interest in gardening, to encourage the growing of plants by more individuals, to broaden horticultural knowledge and skills, and to protect and improve the quality of plants grown. You can help realize these objectives by exhibiting your gardening accomplishments in the show. An optional novice section is available if you have not previously exhibited or won a blue ribbon. Entries will be accepted from 7:00AM to 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 13. To obtain a schedule of show classifications and entry tags, send your request with your mailing address to millero@worldnet.att.net . Additional entry tags will also be available at the staging area at the adult center. See also the show announcement at http://home.att.net/~millero/show99.html. The show will be open for viewing 1:00-5:00 PM on Saturday and 1:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, November 13-14. From aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 17:42:34 1999 From: aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Aaryn Olsson) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 10:42:34 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Arid_gardener] test Message-ID: Test message. Please ignore ;-) From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 22:00:13 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:00:13 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Fwd: Queen Palm Care Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991026145917.00a29770@ag.arizona.edu> It is also available on line >From: RodMcQ6@aol.com >Date: Mon, 25 Oct 1999 21:03:32 EDT >Subject: Queen Palm Care >To: aokayservices@msn.com >CC: arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > > >U of A Extension has available an excellent bulletin on palm tree care >available for only $1.00 at 4341 E. Broadway, Phoenix, 85040. >Rod Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 22:31:50 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:31:50 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] What to Plant Now? In-Reply-To: <199910260432.VAA05962@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991026152717.00a17310@ag.arizona.edu> Check out these resources available on the web: Timely Tips for October Vegetable Planting Calendar Flower Planting Guide Flower Planting Table Desert Gardening for Beginners: How to Grow Vegetables, Flowers and Herbs in an Arid Climate In October: Plant Seeds Beets, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collard Greens, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf), Leeks, Mustard, Onions (Bulb & Green), Parsnips, Peas, Radishes, Rutabagas, Spinach, Turnips Plant Transplants Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Garlic, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf) At 09:32 PM 10/25/1999 -0700, you wrote: >What kind of seeds can I sow now for a vegetable garden? I planted some >tomato plants the first week of Oct. Is that too late? Or can I expect to >get some tomatoes before frost? They are EARLY GIRL. Is it too late to >plant cucumbers or squash now? >Also, what flower seeds can I sow now? Are there any annuals that will >take a frost and still look good? I could get plants from a nursery >instead of starting seeds if it is too late. From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 23:38:44 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 16:38:44 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] New EMAIL list management system for arid_gardener Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991026163717.00a3d2c0@ag.arizona.edu> Greetings! Thanks to the help of the guys at the University of Arizona ECAT lab we have been able to upgrade the system used to manage this email list for the Arid Gardeners. We converted from 'Majordomo" to "Mailman" which will give you much more control over your participation in the list. If you have any questions about the list please contact Lucy Bradley Lucy Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From PERFLOWERS@aol.com Wed Oct 27 04:03:07 1999 From: PERFLOWERS@aol.com (PERFLOWERS@aol.com) Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 00:03:07 EDT Subject: [Arid_gardener] Flower Seeds Message-ID: <0.88f81db8.2547d37b@aol.com> The following flower seeds can be planted in Nov: African daisy, ageratum, asters, Baby's breath, black-eyed Susan, calendula, Clarkia, bachelor buttons, flax (both blue and red), hollyhocks, larkspur, lupine, poppies (California, Iceland and Shirley), snapdragon, stock, sweet peas, and yarrow. There are quite a few others, but these are probably the ones you recognize. When you buy the seed, check the packets and see at what temperature each seed germinates. Plant the ones that need the highest germination temperature first. Val From DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com Wed Oct 27 20:23:40 1999 From: DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com (DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com) Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 16:23:40 EDT Subject: [Arid_gardener] Re: CALL FOR EXHIBITORS - SW Region Community and School/Youth Gardening Conf... Message-ID: <0.1f4d431e.2548b94c@aol.com> Leslie, I need to confess that I got the two conferences confused. I glanced at this e mail quickly and assumed that it was the MG conference (which is of course in Oct.) My speed reading skills certainly do need to be improved. Do you need presenters at this one and tell me more about ehibitors. The e mail you recently sent about the "great divide" was for this one. Right? Wow, talk about confusion. Hello brain. Are you still in there?To many irons in the fire here. Is there a program or schedule or any info out on this conference? Dixie From marketing@tohonochulpark.org Thu Oct 28 21:52:19 1999 From: marketing@tohonochulpark.org (April Bourie) Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 14:52:19 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Please note new email address Message-ID: <003201bf218e$b66afa00$f55c20d0@server> This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Please note that Tohono Chul Park has a new web site and email address. The Web Site address is: www.tohonochulpark.org, and the new email = address is: general@tohonochulpark.org. Thanks! April Bourie Marketing and Communications Director ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
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------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240-- From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 17:43:11 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:43:11 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Citrus in Zone 8 References: <199910161314.GAA19739@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819DCAF.30A2ECB8@primenet.com> I don't believe I saw a response to your question yet, and so apologize if I duplicate someone else's answer. If you are not in Maricopa County, your best bet is to contact the Cooperative Extension in your county for specific information on citrus in your climate zone. By year 3-4 most citrus is producing in the low desert (zone 9), barring unfavorable water, fertilization, climate conditions or unresolved pest problems. You might be interested in a publication called Citrus Trees in the Home Garden (publication#8464) which discusses frost protection as well as cultivation. Send $1 to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Good luck, Linda Guy Master Gardener beckbabe@webtv.net wrote: > I have an orange tree about 5 years old when do you think it will produce fruit? And how would you keep it from freezing in winter I am in zone 8. From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 17:52:59 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:52:59 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Software for Landscape Designing References: <199910162223.PAA16490@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819DEFA.B8ACB31D@primenet.com> Manfred, The University of Arizona has software that focuses on desert plants. Check out: http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/pubs/press.htm#CD For a piece of software that does everything including a purchase order for the plants involved in the design, I would recommend looking over the products available from American Nurseryman Publishing Company. A catalog is available (PN800-621-5727) or check out the website (www.amerinursery.com). Other possibilities are the American Horticultural Society (800-777-7931) and National Gardening Association (800-lets-gro). I don't have websites handy, but would be surprised if they were not online, too. Good Luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener helspermc@mindspring.com wrote: > I am looking for software packages that will allow me to design landscaping ,inclusive of the usage of desert plants and cacti. The software should draw plans and produce a list of items used with associated costs. > Pls. let me know of your recommendations and sources for aquisition. > Thanks, Manfred Helsper From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:24:28 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:24:28 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Conadria Figs References: <199910172249.PAA01169@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819E65C.DE4378C0@primenet.com> Our publication MC-23 entitled Home Grown Figs, can be ordered for $1 from: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Figs are fast and vigorous growers in our area. I'm not familiar with the specific growth habit of the conadria, which is supposed to be good in hot areas, but figs will reach 15-30' high and wide depending on care, pruning, etc. Hope this helps. Linda Guy Master Gardener yardnymph@aol.com wrote: > Just purchased a conadria fig tree. Can you give me info on planting, fertilizing, etc... How big can I expect the tree to grow? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:29:43 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:29:43 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Trees for Maricopa County References: <199910250053.RAA10620@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819E797.7754BDDB@primenet.com> While you've mentioned the desire for 'leafy trees' but there are other considerations to evaluate: size, proximity to power lines, if you would like a low water use tree, whether you want a tree that is green all year round (but nonconiferous) or if you would accept a deciduous tree, exposure, etc. I would suggest two of our publications: MC-13 Trees for Maricopa County and MC-33 Drought resistant trees for Maricopa County. These are available for $1 each by writing to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 One of our horticultural newsletters has a general list of potential tree problems. Higher maintenance trees are eucalyptus, palms, olives, chinese elm, mesquite(certain varieties require lots of pruning so if in a heavily trafficked area, they'll need a lot of grooming). They're so TALL! silk oak, eucalyptus, palms, aleppo pines. Chlorosis or Disease potential: silk oak, elms, eucalyptus, citrus, bottle trees, queen palms, ornamental pears. Litter problems or seasonal nuisance: eucalyptus, jacaranda, yellow oleander, carob, orchid, olive, pine, citrus, palms, mesquite, mulberry, silk oak Allergens: olive, african sumac, mulberry Damage causing roots: cottonwood, mulberry, chamel ash, silk oak, chniese elm, aleppo pine. Hope this helps! Linda Guy Master Gardener gwoodside@uswest.net wrote: > I have three huge pine trees in my back yard > that I would like to replace with leafy type > shade trees. What is the best type that can > withstand our summers and are fairly low > maintenance? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:39:24 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:39:24 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Umbrella Plant Control References: <199910182126.OAA09561@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819E9DC.32B5FCE6@primenet.com> The only way I know to control this plant is to periodically dig out the plant. Over time, the centers will become well overgrown. You will want to dig this out and replant with the smaller divisions taken from the perimeter of the plant. I would be afraid that an herbicide would impact the whole plant. One trick, which I use on perennial herbs that tend to run rampant across my beds, is to sink a plastic pot (5 or 15 gallon, depending on the size you want) in the area where you want the plant. Make sure the bottom has been cut out for drainage. This might make the annual division process easier for you, too. I'm not uncomfortable making this recommendation, because I have related varieties growing successfully in my pond in containers. Each spring, I remove almost 2/3 from the container and retain only the best looking third of the plant for the following season. Good luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener pmjk@excite.com wrote: > How can one control umbrella grass? Ours spreads latterally by rhizomes whereever it wants. Is there a recommended herbicide? From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Fri Oct 29 20:55:20 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 13:55:20 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Butterflies of Arizona Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991029134955.009d54e0@ag.arizona.edu> Check out this website with photographs and descriptions of Butterflies found in Arizona. It includes hundreds of butterflies and contains information in the following categories: Wing span: Keys to Identification: Life history: Flight Season: Caterpillar host plants: Adult food: Habitat: Range: Conservation: Management needs: Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From Olin Miller" Date: Saturday and Sunday, November 13 and 14, 1999 Location: Washing Adult Center Auditorium 2240 W CITRUS WAY PHOENIX AZ The Washington Adult Center is the half-mile street between Bethany Home Rd. and Glendale Ave, at 23rd Ave. and Citrus Way about 1/2 mile east of I-17. You are invited to the Fall Flower and Garden Show which is free and open to the public. The show is offered as a service to the public and it brings together examples of the many flowers, vegetables, and fruits that can be grown successfully in our low desert climate. Important objectives of the show are to increase interest in gardening, to encourage the growing of plants by more individuals, to broaden horticultural knowledge and skills, and to protect and improve the quality of plants grown. You can help realize these objectives by exhibiting your gardening accomplishments in the show. An optional novice section is available if you have not previously exhibited or won a blue ribbon. Entries will be accepted from 7:00AM to 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 13. To obtain a schedule of show classifications and entry tags, send your request with your mailing address to millero@worldnet.att.net . Additional entry tags will also be available at the staging area at the adult center. See also the show announcement at http://home.att.net/~millero/show99.html. The show will be open for viewing 1:00-5:00 PM on Saturday and 1:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, November 13-14. From aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 17:42:34 1999 From: aaryn@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Aaryn Olsson) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 10:42:34 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Arid_gardener] test Message-ID: Test message. Please ignore ;-) From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 22:00:13 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:00:13 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Fwd: Queen Palm Care Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991026145917.00a29770@ag.arizona.edu> It is also available on line >From: RodMcQ6@aol.com >Date: Mon, 25 Oct 1999 21:03:32 EDT >Subject: Queen Palm Care >To: aokayservices@msn.com >CC: arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > > >U of A Extension has available an excellent bulletin on palm tree care >available for only $1.00 at 4341 E. Broadway, Phoenix, 85040. >Rod Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 22:31:50 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:31:50 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] What to Plant Now? In-Reply-To: <199910260432.VAA05962@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991026152717.00a17310@ag.arizona.edu> Check out these resources available on the web: Timely Tips for October Vegetable Planting Calendar Flower Planting Guide Flower Planting Table Desert Gardening for Beginners: How to Grow Vegetables, Flowers and Herbs in an Arid Climate In October: Plant Seeds Beets, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collard Greens, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf), Leeks, Mustard, Onions (Bulb & Green), Parsnips, Peas, Radishes, Rutabagas, Spinach, Turnips Plant Transplants Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Garlic, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf) At 09:32 PM 10/25/1999 -0700, you wrote: >What kind of seeds can I sow now for a vegetable garden? I planted some >tomato plants the first week of Oct. Is that too late? Or can I expect to >get some tomatoes before frost? They are EARLY GIRL. Is it too late to >plant cucumbers or squash now? >Also, what flower seeds can I sow now? Are there any annuals that will >take a frost and still look good? I could get plants from a nursery >instead of starting seeds if it is too late. From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Tue Oct 26 23:38:44 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 16:38:44 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] New EMAIL list management system for arid_gardener Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991026163717.00a3d2c0@ag.arizona.edu> Greetings! Thanks to the help of the guys at the University of Arizona ECAT lab we have been able to upgrade the system used to manage this email list for the Arid Gardeners. We converted from 'Majordomo" to "Mailman" which will give you much more control over your participation in the list. If you have any questions about the list please contact Lucy Bradley Lucy Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From PERFLOWERS@aol.com Wed Oct 27 04:03:07 1999 From: PERFLOWERS@aol.com (PERFLOWERS@aol.com) Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 00:03:07 EDT Subject: [Arid_gardener] Flower Seeds Message-ID: <0.88f81db8.2547d37b@aol.com> The following flower seeds can be planted in Nov: African daisy, ageratum, asters, Baby's breath, black-eyed Susan, calendula, Clarkia, bachelor buttons, flax (both blue and red), hollyhocks, larkspur, lupine, poppies (California, Iceland and Shirley), snapdragon, stock, sweet peas, and yarrow. There are quite a few others, but these are probably the ones you recognize. When you buy the seed, check the packets and see at what temperature each seed germinates. Plant the ones that need the highest germination temperature first. Val From DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com Wed Oct 27 20:23:40 1999 From: DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com (DIXIEDAWNH@aol.com) Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 16:23:40 EDT Subject: [Arid_gardener] Re: CALL FOR EXHIBITORS - SW Region Community and School/Youth Gardening Conf... Message-ID: <0.1f4d431e.2548b94c@aol.com> Leslie, I need to confess that I got the two conferences confused. I glanced at this e mail quickly and assumed that it was the MG conference (which is of course in Oct.) My speed reading skills certainly do need to be improved. Do you need presenters at this one and tell me more about ehibitors. The e mail you recently sent about the "great divide" was for this one. Right? Wow, talk about confusion. Hello brain. Are you still in there?To many irons in the fire here. Is there a program or schedule or any info out on this conference? Dixie From marketing@tohonochulpark.org Thu Oct 28 21:52:19 1999 From: marketing@tohonochulpark.org (April Bourie) Date: Thu, 28 Oct 1999 14:52:19 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Please note new email address Message-ID: <003201bf218e$b66afa00$f55c20d0@server> This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Please note that Tohono Chul Park has a new web site and email address. The Web Site address is: www.tohonochulpark.org, and the new email = address is: general@tohonochulpark.org. Thanks! April Bourie Marketing and Communications Director ------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
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Thanks!
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------=_NextPart_000_002F_01BF2154.08DE0240-- From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 17:43:11 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:43:11 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Citrus in Zone 8 References: <199910161314.GAA19739@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819DCAF.30A2ECB8@primenet.com> I don't believe I saw a response to your question yet, and so apologize if I duplicate someone else's answer. If you are not in Maricopa County, your best bet is to contact the Cooperative Extension in your county for specific information on citrus in your climate zone. By year 3-4 most citrus is producing in the low desert (zone 9), barring unfavorable water, fertilization, climate conditions or unresolved pest problems. You might be interested in a publication called Citrus Trees in the Home Garden (publication#8464) which discusses frost protection as well as cultivation. Send $1 to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Good luck, Linda Guy Master Gardener beckbabe@webtv.net wrote: > I have an orange tree about 5 years old when do you think it will produce fruit? And how would you keep it from freezing in winter I am in zone 8. From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 17:52:59 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 10:52:59 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Software for Landscape Designing References: <199910162223.PAA16490@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819DEFA.B8ACB31D@primenet.com> Manfred, The University of Arizona has software that focuses on desert plants. Check out: http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/pubs/press.htm#CD For a piece of software that does everything including a purchase order for the plants involved in the design, I would recommend looking over the products available from American Nurseryman Publishing Company. A catalog is available (PN800-621-5727) or check out the website (www.amerinursery.com). Other possibilities are the American Horticultural Society (800-777-7931) and National Gardening Association (800-lets-gro). I don't have websites handy, but would be surprised if they were not online, too. Good Luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener helspermc@mindspring.com wrote: > I am looking for software packages that will allow me to design landscaping ,inclusive of the usage of desert plants and cacti. The software should draw plans and produce a list of items used with associated costs. > Pls. let me know of your recommendations and sources for aquisition. > Thanks, Manfred Helsper From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:24:28 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:24:28 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Conadria Figs References: <199910172249.PAA01169@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819E65C.DE4378C0@primenet.com> Our publication MC-23 entitled Home Grown Figs, can be ordered for $1 from: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 Figs are fast and vigorous growers in our area. I'm not familiar with the specific growth habit of the conadria, which is supposed to be good in hot areas, but figs will reach 15-30' high and wide depending on care, pruning, etc. Hope this helps. Linda Guy Master Gardener yardnymph@aol.com wrote: > Just purchased a conadria fig tree. Can you give me info on planting, fertilizing, etc... How big can I expect the tree to grow? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:29:43 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:29:43 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Trees for Maricopa County References: <199910250053.RAA10620@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819E797.7754BDDB@primenet.com> While you've mentioned the desire for 'leafy trees' but there are other considerations to evaluate: size, proximity to power lines, if you would like a low water use tree, whether you want a tree that is green all year round (but nonconiferous) or if you would accept a deciduous tree, exposure, etc. I would suggest two of our publications: MC-13 Trees for Maricopa County and MC-33 Drought resistant trees for Maricopa County. These are available for $1 each by writing to: Home Horticulture Publications University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 One of our horticultural newsletters has a general list of potential tree problems. Higher maintenance trees are eucalyptus, palms, olives, chinese elm, mesquite(certain varieties require lots of pruning so if in a heavily trafficked area, they'll need a lot of grooming). They're so TALL! silk oak, eucalyptus, palms, aleppo pines. Chlorosis or Disease potential: silk oak, elms, eucalyptus, citrus, bottle trees, queen palms, ornamental pears. Litter problems or seasonal nuisance: eucalyptus, jacaranda, yellow oleander, carob, orchid, olive, pine, citrus, palms, mesquite, mulberry, silk oak Allergens: olive, african sumac, mulberry Damage causing roots: cottonwood, mulberry, chamel ash, silk oak, chniese elm, aleppo pine. Hope this helps! Linda Guy Master Gardener gwoodside@uswest.net wrote: > I have three huge pine trees in my back yard > that I would like to replace with leafy type > shade trees. What is the best type that can > withstand our summers and are fairly low > maintenance? From laguy2@primenet.com Fri Oct 29 18:39:24 1999 From: laguy2@primenet.com (Linda A. Guy) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:39:24 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Umbrella Plant Control References: <199910182126.OAA09561@Ag.Arizona.Edu> Message-ID: <3819E9DC.32B5FCE6@primenet.com> The only way I know to control this plant is to periodically dig out the plant. Over time, the centers will become well overgrown. You will want to dig this out and replant with the smaller divisions taken from the perimeter of the plant. I would be afraid that an herbicide would impact the whole plant. One trick, which I use on perennial herbs that tend to run rampant across my beds, is to sink a plastic pot (5 or 15 gallon, depending on the size you want) in the area where you want the plant. Make sure the bottom has been cut out for drainage. This might make the annual division process easier for you, too. I'm not uncomfortable making this recommendation, because I have related varieties growing successfully in my pond in containers. Each spring, I remove almost 2/3 from the container and retain only the best looking third of the plant for the following season. Good luck! Linda Guy Master Gardener pmjk@excite.com wrote: > How can one control umbrella grass? Ours spreads latterally by rhizomes whereever it wants. Is there a recommended herbicide? From BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu Fri Oct 29 20:55:20 1999 From: BradleyL@Ag.Arizona.Edu (Lucy Bradley) Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 13:55:20 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Butterflies of Arizona Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.19991029134955.009d54e0@ag.arizona.edu> Check out this website with photographs and descriptions of Butterflies found in Arizona. It includes hundreds of butterflies and contains information in the following categories: Wing span: Keys to Identification: Life history: Flight Season: Caterpillar host plants: Adult food: Habitat: Range: Conservation: Management needs: Lucy K. Bradley Extension Agent, Urban Horticulture Maricopa County The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 E Broadway Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85040-8807 Phone: (602) 470-8086 ext 323 Fax: (602) 470-8092 email: BradleyL@ag.arizona.edu http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/ From Olin Miller" Date: Saturday and Sunday, November 13 and 14, 1999 Location: Washing Adult Center Auditorium 2240 W CITRUS WAY PHOENIX AZ The Washington Adult Center is the half-mile street between Bethany Home Rd. and Glendale Ave, at 23rd Ave. and Citrus Way about 1/2 mile east of I-17. You are invited to the Fall Flower and Garden Show which is free and open to the public. The show is offered as a service to the public and it brings together examples of the many flowers, vegetables, and fruits that can be grown successfully in our low desert climate. Important objectives of the show are to increase interest in gardening, to encourage the growing of plants by more individuals, to broaden horticultural knowledge and skills, and to protect and improve the quality of plants grown. You can help realize these objectives by exhibiting your gardening accomplishments in the show. An optional novice section is available if you have not previously exhibited or won a blue ribbon. Entries will be accepted from 7:00AM to 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 13. To obtain a schedule of show classifications and entry tags, send your request with your mailing address to millero@worldnet.att.net . Additional entry tags will also be available at the staging area at the adult center. See also the show announcement at http://home.att.net/~millero/show99.html. The show will be open for viewing 1:00-5:00 PM on Saturday and 1:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, November 13-14.