That's the area in Australia where the only native stand of Foxtail (Wodyetia) palms was discovered.
http://storify.com/abcnews/torrential-rain-drenches-southeast-queensland
Poor Australia: fires, 10 year drought, then floods :protest:
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If you drink, don't drive. Don't even putt.
I'm enjoying La Nina, but there are downsides--heavy rains and floods on the other side of the Pacific.
Excuse to ask: how is your new Wodyetia?
The big Foxtail's doing fine, Erik, thanks for asking.
Thriving in its prime spot at the big south window.
I should introduce it to my 20+ little seedling Foxtails...as a reminder to "get growing" 😛
Barb
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If you drink, don't drive. Don't even putt.