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  1. Ricky Spangle

    Outdoor palm tree

    I use a pair of loppers on palm fronds.
    I use a pair of loppers on palm fronds.
    I use a pair of loppers on palm fronds.
    I use a pair of loppers on palm fronds.
    Ricky Spangle, Oct 31, 2022 ... 2 3
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    pete
    Nov 1, 2022
  2. r2oo

    Overwintering a banana plant?

    Sihitch. The problem is in getting them back into growth without them rotting. Its the same problem you get with many different types of tuber and rhizome, such as Colocasia, Amorphophallus,...
    Sihitch. The problem is in getting them back into growth without them rotting. Its the same problem you get with many different types of tuber and rhizome, such as Colocasia, Amorphophallus, Gloriosa etc.I am not that good at it myself. But I think the key is to have them in very very slightly...
    Sihitch. The problem is in getting them back into growth without them rotting. Its the same problem you get with many different types of tuber and rhizome, such as Colocasia, Amorphophallus, Gloriosa etc.I am not that good at it myself. But I...
    Sihitch. The problem is in getting them back into growth without them rotting. Its the same problem you get with many different types of tuber and rhizome, such as Colocasia, Amorphophallus,...
    r2oo, Nov 9, 2006 ... 2 3
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    PeterS
    Aug 11, 2015
  3. Dips

    When can my Brug go out?

    Lol that would not be wanted
    Lol that would not be wanted
    Lol that would not be wanted
    Lol that would not be wanted
    Dips, May 30, 2015 ... 2 3
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    Dips
    Jun 2, 2015
  4. pete

    naranjilla

    Sorry to drag up such an old thread, but I was doing a search as I ordered both Narajilla seeds and a young Tree tomato plant today.Pete, did the Tree tomato fruit set and ripen in one season...
    Sorry to drag up such an old thread, but I was doing a search as I ordered both Narajilla seeds and a young Tree tomato plant today.Pete, did the Tree tomato fruit set and ripen in one season or do they ripen over winter?
    Sorry to drag up such an old thread, but I was doing a search as I ordered both Narajilla seeds and a young Tree tomato plant today.Pete, did the Tree tomato fruit set and ripen in one season or do they ripen over winter?
    Sorry to drag up such an old thread, but I was doing a search as I ordered both Narajilla seeds and a young Tree tomato plant today.Pete, did the Tree tomato fruit set and ripen in one season...
    pete, May 9, 2005 ... 2 3
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    Coolsox
    Feb 24, 2013
  5. PeterS
    Like x 10

    Cannas - 10 things you didn't know

    Strictly speaking edible ginger, I think, is Zingiber officinale, as opposed to the ornamental gingers that are various species of Hedychium. But they are all the same family and closely related.
    Strictly speaking edible ginger, I think, is Zingiber officinale, as opposed to the ornamental gingers that are various species of Hedychium. But they are all the same family and closely related.
    Strictly speaking edible ginger, I think, is Zingiber officinale, as opposed to the ornamental gingers that are various species of Hedychium. But they are all the same family and closely related.
    Strictly speaking edible ginger, I think, is Zingiber officinale, as opposed to the ornamental gingers that are various species of Hedychium. But they are all the same family and closely related.
    PeterS, Aug 23, 2010 ... 2 3
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    PeterS
    Nov 6, 2012
  6. Black Orchid
    Like x 14

    Happy to share my excitement!

    How kind of you to even think so! I only started learning when I joined GC in 2006 ... I didn't even have a computer till then nor a digital camera. I have learned so much from @pete,...
    How kind of you to even think so! I only started learning when I joined GC in 2006 ... I didn't even have a computer till then nor a digital camera. I have learned so much from @pete, @strongylodon, @JWK and a few others who have left the forum. I have taken advice from those not in my...
    How kind of you to even think so! I only started learning when I joined GC in 2006 ... I didn't even have a computer till then nor a digital camera. I have learned so much from @pete, @strongylodon, @JWK and a few others who have left the...
    How kind of you to even think so! I only started learning when I joined GC in 2006 ... I didn't even have a computer till then nor a digital camera. I have learned so much from @pete,...
    Black Orchid, Aug 26, 2020 ... 2
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    Victoria
    Aug 31, 2020
  7. Black Orchid

    Is anybody successfully growing Acacia Dealbata?

    Sorry, Caroline, If I try again to germinate Acacia Dealbata seeds, I'll do it in spring as I have too much things to do in the garden now. If you germinate some Acacia Dealbata seeds now tell me...
    Sorry, Caroline, If I try again to germinate Acacia Dealbata seeds, I'll do it in spring as I have too much things to do in the garden now. If you germinate some Acacia Dealbata seeds now tell me later about your experience, please.
    Sorry, Caroline, If I try again to germinate Acacia Dealbata seeds, I'll do it in spring as I have too much things to do in the garden now. If you germinate some Acacia Dealbata seeds now tell me later about your experience, please.
    Sorry, Caroline, If I try again to germinate Acacia Dealbata seeds, I'll do it in spring as I have too much things to do in the garden now. If you germinate some Acacia Dealbata seeds now tell me...
    Black Orchid, Aug 22, 2020 ... 2
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    Black Orchid
    Aug 24, 2020
  8. longk
    Like x 5

    Furcraea

    After the first winter I only move mine when it gets arctic, the rest of the time they're outdoors
    After the first winter I only move mine when it gets arctic, the rest of the time they're outdoors
    After the first winter I only move mine when it gets arctic, the rest of the time they're outdoors
    After the first winter I only move mine when it gets arctic, the rest of the time they're outdoors
    longk, Mar 15, 2016 ... 2
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    longk
    Apr 24, 2018
  9. kindredspirit
    Like x 9

    Watch this space!

    :wow::love30:...Amazing Kindred:wub2:
    :wow::love30:...Amazing Kindred:wub2:
    :wow::love30:...Amazing Kindred:wub2:
    :wow::love30:...Amazing Kindred:wub2:
    kindredspirit, Apr 26, 2015 ... 2
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    Lolimac
    Jun 17, 2015
  10. sal73
    Like x 13

    Moving my garden

    Excellent stuff Sal, you have the space you need to make use of all the plants.. it'll be interesting to see it when everything is grown up too :D
    Excellent stuff Sal, you have the space you need to make use of all the plants.. it'll be interesting to see it when everything is grown up too :D
    Excellent stuff Sal, you have the space you need to make use of all the plants.. it'll be interesting to see it when everything is grown up too :D
    Excellent stuff Sal, you have the space you need to make use of all the plants.. it'll be interesting to see it when everything is grown up too :D
    sal73, May 10, 2014 ... 2
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    stephenprudence
    May 30, 2014
  11. Ian Taylor

    Australian tree fern

    mine have kept all the fronds on this year so far, but getting a bit fed up of wrapping them up when I think frost is on the way , but doesn't take long to do.
    mine have kept all the fronds on this year so far, but getting a bit fed up of wrapping them up when I think frost is on the way , but doesn't take long to do.
    mine have kept all the fronds on this year so far, but getting a bit fed up of wrapping them up when I think frost is on the way , but doesn't take long to do.
    mine have kept all the fronds on this year so far, but getting a bit fed up of wrapping them up when I think frost is on the way , but doesn't take long to do.
    Ian Taylor, Nov 5, 2013 ... 2
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    Spruce
    Mar 6, 2014
  12. sal73
    Like x 3

    Variegated and Chimeras

    Don't know if @sal73 has seen this yet Rochelle. I've tagged him for you :)
    Don't know if @sal73 has seen this yet Rochelle. I've tagged him for you :)
    Don't know if @sal73 has seen this yet Rochelle. I've tagged him for you :)
    Don't know if @sal73 has seen this yet Rochelle. I've tagged him for you :)
    sal73, Sep 1, 2012 ... 2
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    Phil A
    Nov 23, 2013
  13. Banana Man

    Banana Man's Jan 2009 Hideout Thread...

    Eriobotrya japonica :flag:
    Eriobotrya japonica :flag:
    Eriobotrya japonica :flag:
    Eriobotrya japonica :flag:
    Banana Man, Jan 27, 2009 ... 2
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    Banana Man
    Feb 2, 2009
  14. longk
    Like x 3

    Puya

    Have this in virtually every pot ... if it is not Oxalis, it is Jacaranda seedlings, dozens of them, one reason for hainge one cut down! :hate-shocked: :help:
    Have this in virtually every pot ... if it is not Oxalis, it is Jacaranda seedlings, dozens of them, one reason for hainge one cut down! :hate-shocked: :help:
    Have this in virtually every pot ... if it is not Oxalis, it is Jacaranda seedlings, dozens of them, one reason for hainge one cut down! :hate-shocked: :help:
    Have this in virtually every pot ... if it is not Oxalis, it is Jacaranda seedlings, dozens of them, one reason for hainge one cut down! :hate-shocked: :help:
    longk, Jan 8, 2016 ... 2
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    Victoria
    Aug 17, 2019
  15. hydrogardener

    Bougainvillea for the greenhouse

    Well, the plant certainly seems to like the spot it has found in the greenhouse, as it has been flowering for weeks. I am going to let it fight it out with the cucumbers for the netting support.
    Well, the plant certainly seems to like the spot it has found in the greenhouse, as it has been flowering for weeks. I am going to let it fight it out with the cucumbers for the netting support.
    Well, the plant certainly seems to like the spot it has found in the greenhouse, as it has been flowering for weeks. I am going to let it fight it out with the cucumbers for the netting support.
    Well, the plant certainly seems to like the spot it has found in the greenhouse, as it has been flowering for weeks. I am going to let it fight it out with the cucumbers for the netting support.
    hydrogardener, Sep 26, 2014 ... 2
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    hydrogardener
    May 20, 2015
  16. Tropical_Gaz
    Like x 10

    Singapore

    Very nice report and little bit joules because I love to travel and swimming is my favorite hobby. I never go there but not it is in my list for my upcoming tour. I wish to swim in an infinity...
    Very nice report and little bit joules because I love to travel and swimming is my favorite hobby. I never go there but not it is in my list for my upcoming tour. I wish to swim in an infinity pool.Above Ground Pools
    Very nice report and little bit joules because I love to travel and swimming is my favorite hobby. I never go there but not it is in my list for my upcoming tour. I wish to swim in an infinity pool.Above Ground Pools
    Very nice report and little bit joules because I love to travel and swimming is my favorite hobby. I never go there but not it is in my list for my upcoming tour. I wish to swim in an infinity...
    Tropical_Gaz, Feb 22, 2013 ... 2
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    denley65
    May 20, 2013
  17. sal73
    Like x 4

    My first tropical is in

    Hi Raman maan Lemon grass is used in thailand for making tea and currys , the oil is used to keep moskito away and apparently an infuse of lemon grass boiled in water is used an plants to keep...
    Hi Raman maan Lemon grass is used in thailand for making tea and currys , the oil is used to keep moskito away and apparently an infuse of lemon grass boiled in water is used an plants to keep pests away . You can buy it in any superstore like tesco or morrison , but it`s advised to get it from...
    Hi Raman maan Lemon grass is used in thailand for making tea and currys , the oil is used to keep moskito away and apparently an infuse of lemon grass boiled in water is used an plants to keep pests away . You can buy it in any superstore like...
    Hi Raman maan Lemon grass is used in thailand for making tea and currys , the oil is used to keep moskito away and apparently an infuse of lemon grass boiled in water is used an plants to keep...
    sal73, Jan 14, 2012 ... 2
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    sal73
    Feb 25, 2012
  18. Beachlover

    Winter Banana

    If it is decorative, then just cut it off about 6" from the ground and cover with pine straw to protect from the ice and freezing. It will come back each year. If you want to eventually get...
    If it is decorative, then just cut it off about 6" from the ground and cover with pine straw to protect from the ice and freezing. It will come back each year. If you want to eventually get bananas from it, then it really needs to be transplanted into a greenhouse or something similar for the...
    If it is decorative, then just cut it off about 6" from the ground and cover with pine straw to protect from the ice and freezing. It will come back each year. If you want to eventually get bananas from it, then it really needs to be transplanted...
    If it is decorative, then just cut it off about 6" from the ground and cover with pine straw to protect from the ice and freezing. It will come back each year. If you want to eventually get...
    Beachlover, Oct 15, 2009 ... 2
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    ljsayat13
    Oct 22, 2009
  19. daz and debs

    its gone bananas lol

    Thanks for finding that Walnut.Its interesting, wether it would work here or not is the question. I dont think I could store them under my house, but maybe a shed would be as good. I do think...
    Thanks for finding that Walnut.Its interesting, wether it would work here or not is the question. I dont think I could store them under my house, but maybe a shed would be as good. I do think the secret of overwintering is in avoiding rot, I know many are really tender and stand no chance,...
    Thanks for finding that Walnut.Its interesting, wether it would work here or not is the question. I dont think I could store them under my house, but maybe a shed would be as good. I do think the secret of overwintering is in avoiding rot, I...
    Thanks for finding that Walnut.Its interesting, wether it would work here or not is the question. I dont think I could store them under my house, but maybe a shed would be as good. I do think...
    daz and debs, Sep 9, 2007 ... 2
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    pete
    Sep 11, 2007
  20. Fof

    Orchid advice. please

    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    Fof, Jul 30, 2023 ... 2
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    On the Levels
    Mar 28, 2024
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