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Wednesday - July 01, 2015
From: Austin , TX
Region: Southwest
Topic: Cacti and Succulents
Title: Need to have an Agave plant removed in Austin, TX.
Answered by: Jimmy Mills
QUESTION:
I was wondering where or who could I have come to my business and buy my century agave plant. As it is growing crazy and we would like it removed.ANSWER:
First a word from our sponsor: The mission of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is to conserve, restore and create healthy landscapes.
Mr. Smarty Plants is thinking that the service you are requesting is something that you might be able to solicit through the use of Craig’s list.
Good luck.
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