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Flowering Bulbs

Bulbs is a generic term for bulbs, rhizomes, and tuberous roots. Bulbs are planted in the soil at varying depths. Bearded Irises are often at the surface. Ornithagulum and Dahlias may be 8 to 10 inches deep. , sollicitudin volutpat at libero litora, non adipiscing. Nulla nunc porta lorem, nascetur pede massa mauris lectus lectus, in magnis, praesent turpis. Ut …

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Feijoa

If you are looking for a hardy, attractive plant that earns its keep ten times over, let us introduce you to the feijoa (Feijoa sellowiana), also affectionately known as the pineapple guava. This stunning evergreen shrub quietly pulls its weight as a windbreak, a visual screen, and an absolute powerhouse of autumn fruit. Why We Are Obsessed with Feijoas Feijoas …

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Berries

Sunnyvale is in USDA climate zone 8/9 and can grow most types of berries Most berries produce their harvest in June-July. Blue-berries require acidic soil. They have shallow roots that should not be disturbed. Black berries come in 2 types: cane and … Raspberries  

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Citrus

Sunnyvale is in USDA climate zone 8/9 and can grow most types of citrus Citrus trees are long-lived. I have a grapefruit tree that is 40 years old and produces a lot of fruit. Citrus trees can grow in small patches of groundsoil (2×3 feet) or in containers. If you are using a container or a small area, my recommendation …

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