oppalm
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Joined: Oct 5, 2006
Last seen: Oct 29, 2015
Topics: 27 / Replies: 667
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RE: Basjoo Protection 6b-7a Oklahoma

Nicely done Kris. Thats what I'm talking about. A simple, easy to follow, step by step explanation with pictures of a man and his winter protection...

14 years ago
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RE: How do mexican fan palms do indoors?

I've had great success with Washy Robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) inside. I'll post a pic this weekend. Its about 6 years old now, spends each winter ind...

14 years ago
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RE: A very sick Trachy for sale

I don't know. it looks pretty sad. Wonder if the seller even knows it looks horrible? probably not.

14 years ago
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RE: A few pics of the garden- taken in the last few weeks.

WOW. you crazy. your yard looks great. Its amazing what just a few years of growth can do for a tropical look. Good luck on your wintering plan...

14 years ago
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RE: Outside protection Zone 6 - 2011

KrisK - yes I grow banana plants. I have one musa basjoo I leave in ground, cut the stem down to about 12" high, and then mulch with about 24" of lea...

14 years ago
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RE: Snowed today.

bummer. too early. snow= 4 letter word. palms look odd with snow on them.

14 years ago
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RE: Outside protection Zone 6 - 2011

whats the blue exterior material made of? FWIW my wife would not be impressed with those blue igloos, but I am. It shows creativity and a "get er d...

14 years ago
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RE: Outside protection Zone 6 - 2011

south side of house. However, because of sun angle and the dam neighbors house the sun does not reach this palm. lowest temp is probably around 0...

14 years ago
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RE: Outside protection Zone 6 - 2011

I, too was surprised when the Livistonia chinensis grew back this year. who woulda thunk it?put Trachy #1 to sleep for the winter last weekend. Th...

14 years ago
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RE: Trachy Hut is up

thats a great looking palm hut Barb. it would appear you have several year left of use. It will be a shame to have to destroy the hut to make it b...

14 years ago
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RE: Outside protection Zone 6 - 2011

18" of leaves is correct. I edited my post for clarity. Thanks Barb.

14 years ago
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RE: Trying my luck with a coconut palm

love the coconut. its really very simple to keep a cocnut happy indoors. lots of light, lots of heat and lots of humidity. what could be easier? ...

14 years ago
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RE: Hasty frost protection for 2 Washies 3 Y. rostrata

nicely done Barb. gotta move fast this time of year with outdoor protection when you need it. I'll probably start building my outdoor frames this we...

14 years ago
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RE: Hello (also) from Maryland

welcome to Palms North. There is much to learn and no better place to learn than here. As I have often said, "I'd rather have a bottle in front of ...

14 years ago
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