This is a difficult question to answer. Let's begin by asking if you are a long time GA. resident able to recognize the types and names of shrubs and trees which often sprout in this type of situation. Along with the 'weed' plants it is common to find useful holly, magnolia, deciduous azaleas, southern pines, etc. You are setting yourself up for a frustrating experience unless you begin thinking about working with nature and the land.

We only have 1.4 acres of native overgrowth to remove. The home is there, but I have found salvation in the Woodlands forum here!

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Good luck building your home! Be sure you visit the home sites here on Gardenweb! Lots of info there!!

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