Then I squirrel-proofed it.
I hid the container under the deck on the North side of the house. I suspect I will check on them too infrequently and half or more will not survive. That's part of my process.
The fig tree I rooted in 2009/10.
We have tomato blossoms.
And blooming hosta.
But the crinum, stuck back in the rear steals the show for me. Graceful and delicate.
It's 84 degrees. My back is a tinge red again today. Vitamin D is flowing through my body. Older joints don't hurt as much under direct sun. The boat will be here soon. I'm so ready.
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be careful of the sun and your complexion.
Your garden is gorgeous!
I love your yard! The fig tree is really nice.
Do you have holes poked in the box that the cuttings are in? I want to try this rooting idea.
Thanks.
No holes in the box, but I did poke holes in the cups I use to stick the cuttings. I leave a little water in the bottom of the container just to keep the humidity up. Check them once a week to make sure they're still "alive". Should take 4-8 weeks for these varieties to root.
I am doing this tomorrow- can't wait to get them started.
Thank you.
Hi Tom,
I am your newest follower and so glad I stumbled upon you blog. Is this process the same thing as growing them in a "hothouse"?
You must have raccoons, if you use that heavy of a strap.
Wanda, this process keeps the cutting humid and moist. I have to keep mine in the shade under the deck to keep them from burning. Little to no sun is best.
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