Question re: flowering bushes/trees
Being from "up north" am familiarizing ourselves with the fauna of Florida. Can someone tell us what the flowering bushes/trees are in the median between LSL and Odell Circle. They look like lilacs! Can we grow lilacs in this climate???
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Hi Jenajd,
I'm sorry to say we can't grow the lilacs you know and love in TV. University of California has been attempting to create some warm weather lilacs ( for zone 9) at Descanso Gardens, but they look pretty scraggly, and don't have the fragrance we love so. Some things are better left alone. You'll fall in love with lots of stuff here, including Florida fauna! |
CREPE mYRTLES
Crepes are beautiful and bloom a long time., but they are decidious if that is a concern. They lose their leaves in the winter. But they are beautiful.
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If the crape myrtle tree is not pruned, it is a much more beautiful tree and can become a full shade tree. Even in the winter, its bare branches are sleek and pretty, I think. When I see these trees so severely pruned down to the "knuckles" it makes me cringe.
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I've often heard it called "crepe murder" to severely prune them down like that.
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Thank you for the replies...
Thanks!!! I'm glad to have this clarified. Some people have insisted that they're lilacs. NOT that I have to prove that I'm right! Just was curious as while I LOVE it here...there are some things I miss from "up north". Just one of the many adjustments to a major move!!
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Looks like it is...thanks for posting!
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Being from the south, unfortunately, I don't think I have ever seen lilacs. I understand they have a wonderful scent, too. Have to put that on my bucket list.
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If you are looking for plants that will grow in TV check here.
http://www.floridayards.org/fyplants/index.php |
Thanks, elevatorman. I've added that link to "my favorites" because I'm just beginning a landscaping project. You have perfect timing!
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