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ok so i want a tree....


one that attracts birds but doesn't leave a mess, doesn't grow too tall and does not multiply through its root system, as i live on campus so they have all kinds of rules. I have one good tree and one tall rotting tree that they are going to tare down soon (hopefully as the windy season is coming and part of it has already fallen over!) I live near the Mexican border so something that can live in the heat up to 112* and cold down to 28* its not humid here and we don't get a lot of rain ether. any suggestions?

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Let me do some research on that. I'm not quite so well educated on trees as I am butterfly plants but I'll be happy to see what I can find out.

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cool thanks

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I posted a request for suggestions in the gardening group that I belong to on Yahoo. They are usually pretty good about replying. I'll be sure to let you know what I hear.

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One thing that I forgot to ask is what sort of height limit would you like to put on your selection? Have you considered a large shrub? Some of them get to be the size of small trees. I have been looking at lists of native trees and shrubs for your area and I may have found some good possibilities depending on your height limit.

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that would work too. probably better since the kids won't try to climb it.

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I love trees, I live in the northwest and I love to grow apple trees. the kids will not try to climb a cactus. that should grow in your type of area...
You can looks to see what is growing around your area to get an idea of what you want.
I did not know you could plant a tree on a campus.

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yeah they are just really strict about high and mess the tree makes...

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Here is some info that I found on something that may work for you. I'm not sure how easily they are found at retailers in your area but it would give you something to look for.


Serviceberry (Amelanchier spp.) is a small deciduous tree or shrub with attractive white spring blossoms, that provides year-round interest in the landscape, as well as producing edible fruits. Also called shadblow, shadbush, juneberry and saskatoon in different areas of the country, there are several different species that occur over most parts of the United States. There are 30 or so species of this genus in the pome-fruit subfamily of the Rose family (they are closely related to apples), with all but 2 native to North America.

Most Amelanchier species have showy but short-lived flowers. The flowers only last for about a week, or less if it is warm or windy. The flowers are followed by ¼ to ½-inch purple fruits with a waxy bloom that taste somewhat like blueberries when ripe. The fruits are ready for harvest 2 to 3 months after bloom. The tiny edible fruit are popular with birds, including American goldfinch, tufted titmice, brown thrashers, blue jays, Carolina chickadees, northern cardinals and American robins. These fruits were also used by Native Americans and early settlers, and even today some species are cultivated as fruit trees, particularly in areas where other types of fruit trees do not do well. They can be used in jellies, cobblers, pies, muffins, coffee cakes or as dessert toppings. Fruit is produced 2 to 3 years after planting.

Amelanchier are mainly woodland plants that prefer full sun to partial shade. They should be planted in rich, moist, well-drained soil. Serviceberries cast light shade and their roots aren't invasive, so other plants, such as perennials that prefer partial shade, can easily be planted under them. They are prone to the same pests and diseases as apples and pears, including fireblight.

There is a variety of this plant called Utah Serviceberry that is drought tolerant. I got a good list of native trees and shrubs from the following site.


Gardening From the Ground Up


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Thanks PK

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