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Baja_Costero said: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.)

I know my climate is way different than yours. But I like to give 2 years for a plant to reach it's full potential. But is really depends on the vigor of the type of plant itself. If you use fertilizer stay away from nitrogen based, if I remember correctly potassium builds roots and overall plant resistance. I would use a fertilizer with the highest potassium numbers. Like a 3-20-20. That will help with root growth and overall plant toughness