[Arid_gardener] shade tree

[Linda Drew]

There are a number of excellent trees that fit
these requirements. One of my favorites is
Xylosma -- check Sunset Garden Book for details.

I'm not familiar with Ficus microcarpa nitida,
but Sunset mentions southern California, not
hot interior deserts, as recommended zones.

I hope others will contribute their favorites
(give me some new ideas!) and their experience
with the fig.

Linda Drew
Master Gardener

>From: adonai77@msn.com
>To: <arid_gardener@Ag.arizona.edu>
>Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page
>Date: Sat, 26 Jan 2002 20:58:33 -0700 (MST)
>
>What tree would fit this bill:  low water usage, offer good shade, clean, 
>and hardy?
>Would ficus nitidia meet these requirements?
>Thank you for your help.
>
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