Name: greene Savannah, GA (Sunset 28) (Zone 8b) I have no use for internet bullies!
Although I do not have California Pepper trees it seems that your trees will be stressed and may be vulnerable to disease. Sorry.
I found a good article that may offer some help. http://landscapeonline.com/res...
Sunset Zone 28, AHS Heat Zone 9, USDA zone 8b~"Leaf of Faith"
