Florida low maintenance-hope to be getting some wonderful suggestions
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Hi, I'm trying to find the perfect, low maintenance flowering bushes. I am trying to plan a front doorway welcoming garden area in zone 9A. The area is in full sun for most of the day. I always loved the "Firecracker" Bush, tried a few of those last season.... with no success. Hope to be getting some wonderful suggestions.
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