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Old 02-05-2004, 05:05 AM
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Default Can these be grown in Colorado?

Does anyone know if the following can be grown in Colorado, in the Denver
area?

shamrocks ( like they grow in Ireland? ) They require cool days and moist

soil. We live in an arid climate and are currently under water restrictions for
drought.

almonds Require a more temperate climate, although Flowering almonds (Prunus

triloba) are grown here sucessfully as ornamentals.
cashews Normally grown in hot, sub-tropical climates and require acidic soil.

The soil along the front range is alkaline.
rattan Is a member of the palm family and requires a tropical setting to

succeed.
blueberries Not very easily, but it can be done. They prefer acidic soil and

ours is alkaline. Try serviceberry instead. See:
http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/CoopE...s/blueberr.htm
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