Scruffy Grassland Report

May 23, 2026 • 00:04:25
Scruffy Grassland Report
Growing Native with Petey Mesquitey
Scruffy Grassland Report

May 23 2026 | 00:04:25

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Show Notes

Some spring time banter about the soaptree yuccas (Yucca elata) and pale wolfberry plants (Lycium pallidum) found in the scruffy grassland surrounding our home near the banks of the Ol’ Guajolote. The photos are mine.  

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