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Hi Everyone;

I haven't read this thread in a couple of days so I was pleased to see it's generated some more interest. Here's a small update --- I had my landscaper install one red Knockout Rose tree as part of the replanting in my front yard. This was one week ago. Monday (this is Wednesday) I noticed a lot of the leaves were turning yellow and I had her come by immediately. She had adjusted my sprinkler system to give all the new plants extra water and it seems the rose was getting too much as it also was being reached by the lawn sprinklers. Hence an adjustment was made and we'll see how it recovers.

Please remember when planting in TV that the top soil has been effectively removed. You will be planting in clay and need to work that into a somewhat looser, even slightly sandy mix. Otherwise, it will be like planting in a clay jar and will hold too much water.

All my other plants seem to be settling in pretty well. It helps that I selected species either native to or known to tolerate Florida conditions. Don't expect to grow northern plants that you love down here. If you have something that has special meaning to you try working with containers so you can have control over the conditions.

Thanks again for everyone's input. I'll keep you informed.