Not a problem, Daniel.
I can't give any useful advice because my experience is in another climate, with different soil, and different plants. I was glad to see Stone and Dirt had some tips for you.
I would still be curious to hear other folks' experience relating to establishing newly installed plants for the purpose of drought tolerance. How long does it take for a good sized (but not extra large) plant? How much do different plants vary in this respect? How many corners can you cut? Do you choose a particular season, like Dirt and me? (Fall is my preferred time too, because it immediately precedes our rainy season.)
