On 26 Mar 2004 13:47:57 GMT, (Bill Spohn) wrote:

I just love Brugmansias, but I can't buy one because I'd be too
worried about my dog who has a habit of sleeping under trees. Is there
a similar looking non-poisonous plant/ornamental tree that can survive
in zone 8? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

First, a Brug may survive zone 8, but unless you either bring it inside or
under cover in winter, it will be severely cut back. They really work best when
put in the basement and watered but little until Spring.

Second, they aren't trees, and I can't imagine the dog sleeping under it, or
suffering even if he did.

I am curious why you say they are not trees. There may be some
definition of a tree that I am not aware of, but my brug is big
enough, it's lifting the roof of my car port and grows higher that the
roof.



Third, no, there isn't any other equivalent.

What makes you worry about the dog?

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- Charles
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-does not play well with others