Phoebe Weiss

Barley and fungi sound great! I think my most water-wise solution might be waiting until fall to start planting. The last few years, we've had enough rain in November and December to sustain the garden.

I have an area about 10X10' that is contaminated with moderate levels of lead. I'd like to do some phytoremediation.

I'm in California and I'm trying to keep my water use to a minimum. The plants I've seen recommended are sunflowers and corn, which aren't very drought-tolerant. Any recommendations for varieties that use less water or other plants that might do the job?

I'm working with clay soil.