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by PhilMusa
Thu Sep 27, 2012 8:07 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Niagara Region (s. Ontario) Subtropical Lovers meeting (2012
Replies: 21
Views: 9682

Glad to hear that you guys had a great meeting. Hoping that there will be another one next year!
by PhilMusa
Tue Jun 12, 2012 8:00 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Amazing palm selection in Southern Ontario
Replies: 34
Views: 22452

Thanks for posting the pictures Adam. I didn't realize that Rice Rd had so many hardy palms.
by PhilMusa
Fri May 18, 2012 10:22 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Tropical paradise in BLainville, Quebec, Canada zone 5a
Replies: 7
Views: 3895

That Washy is beautiful. Please keep us updated.
by PhilMusa
Fri Jun 17, 2011 9:38 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Giving up
Replies: 45
Views: 20750

Good luck Erik!

I'm sure that all will work out well for you.
by PhilMusa
Tue Feb 08, 2011 4:51 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Where can Canadians buy large palms
Replies: 40
Views: 20275

Holy $h!+ :shock: , now I will never complain about overwintering my puny palms. Palm looks great Henry.
by PhilMusa
Fri Jan 28, 2011 6:57 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Where can Canadians buy large palms
Replies: 40
Views: 20275

Hi coconutmike,

Do you have a showroom? I will be in Montreal in the latter part on February and if I have time I would like to come by. Obivously I wouldn't buy anything now considering the temperature and the fact I'm flying to Montreal. But I could come back in late spring.
by PhilMusa
Wed Dec 22, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: spear pull
Replies: 25
Views: 13819

that reminds me,I forgot to protect the one I (threw)planted
on the side of the house
...and that reminds me about the small t.f. I forgot to cover. I guess it is now an experiment.
by PhilMusa
Wed Dec 22, 2010 12:49 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Palm hut in Markham
Replies: 16
Views: 6450

bananieru,
I can't see the pics at work...darn websense :angry5: I will have to wait till I get home to comment on the pics.

BTW, where do you buy your thermocubes?
by PhilMusa
Tue Dec 21, 2010 5:01 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Where are you going to retire?
Replies: 38
Views: 15318

Today I would say Sarasota/Siesta Key Florida at least for 5-6 months of the year. The gulf waters are warm and the location is far enough south to grow Coconut Palms.
by PhilMusa
Tue Dec 21, 2010 3:08 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Thermocube T-3
Replies: 35
Views: 15131

I have the same concern about balancing the insulation and light requirement. I'm probably wasting energy by letting out too much heat at night however the opposite occurs during the day.
by PhilMusa
Tue Dec 21, 2010 10:13 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Thermocube T-3
Replies: 35
Views: 15131

No problems,

BTW, your retlatives are most likely a nice calm :) 20 minute drive to the store with no highways driving 60km/hr. My 20 minutes involves highways and what some would call "excessive speed" :shock: but only if traffic permitts...
by PhilMusa
Tue Dec 21, 2010 9:30 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Thermocube T-3
Replies: 35
Views: 15131

Have you bought it at Hedonics (1120 Caledonia Rd. or at another location)?
Yes I did, as it's only takes me about 20 minute drive there from my house.
by PhilMusa
Tue Dec 21, 2010 6:06 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Thermocube T-3
Replies: 35
Views: 15131

Thanks for the reply Tlcivi.

The only issue I have with the 90 watt light bulb is the fact that it is not very common. I would have to sub it with a 100 watt.
Alternately I could add a string of C9 light bulbs and only lighting about 10 of them around the plants.

Thoughts?
by PhilMusa
Mon Dec 20, 2010 7:37 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Thermocube T-3
Replies: 35
Views: 15131

It's very crude and needs some fixing. I will try to take a pic in the next few days.
by PhilMusa
Mon Dec 20, 2010 1:35 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Thermocube T-3
Replies: 35
Views: 15131

I picked up a T-3 at Hedonics for $20.00 (thanks Paul for the info). I hooked up a 60 watt light bulb :sign7: and it seems to keep my mini palm hit from going below 30F. Coldest outside temp so far has been -12.6.6C/9.3F Does anyone know if there is a more efficient way of heating an area roughly 5'...
by PhilMusa
Sat Nov 20, 2010 7:40 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: FreezePruf
Replies: 59
Views: 29265

Hello,

After reading this entire thread I'm still unsure if it actually works.

For those that have used this product in the past, would you buy this product again?

Also, does any know if it is being sold anywhere in southern Ontario?
by PhilMusa
Tue Jun 01, 2010 7:34 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Plant Yourself in Google Earth
Replies: 25
Views: 10876

Thanks Bill

now I have another good reason to go down and visit
by PhilMusa
Mon May 31, 2010 6:29 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Sad Sad Sad Queen palms : -(
Replies: 17
Views: 9479

Okay, I will take some pics tomorrow.
by PhilMusa
Mon May 31, 2010 6:27 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Plant Yourself in Google Earth
Replies: 25
Views: 10876

Hey Bill,

Next time I'm in RI, and I'm on my way to Emerald Square mall. I might knock at the door.

Cheers,
Phil
by PhilMusa
Mon May 31, 2010 6:14 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Sad Sad Sad Queen palms : -(
Replies: 17
Views: 9479

I'm sure that the palms will recover. They are fast growing palms. I just picked up my first Queen palm the other week. I really like the way they look. Reminds me of Florida.
by PhilMusa
Sat Apr 17, 2010 7:30 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Garden Updates/Question
Replies: 21
Views: 8958

Mag

Hey scotty,

I'm pretty sure your mag will recover. In the past mine (DD Blanchard) fully defoliated and then came back nicely. This is the first year that I didn't wrap them and they did much better with no defoliation. I'm hoping they will flower this year. What variety do you have?
by PhilMusa
Tue Mar 23, 2010 7:41 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Check out this website!
Replies: 6
Views: 3430

Tempted to buy something...but quite the drive...5hrs.
by PhilMusa
Sat Oct 24, 2009 5:45 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: All palms in for winter!
Replies: 14
Views: 7967

Mark,

You've done an excellent job with them. Good luck with them over the winter.
by PhilMusa
Fri Oct 23, 2009 6:03 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: All palms in for winter!
Replies: 14
Views: 7967

Yup, I agree with the masses, you are nuts. :happy6:

Btw, did you buy those Queens that big? If so where?

Thx,
Phil
by PhilMusa
Fri May 22, 2009 1:55 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: SPRING PLANTING IN MASSACHUSETTS!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 9240

It has been a few years since I've there. I will let you know if I do make it there this year.
by PhilMusa
Thu May 21, 2009 5:12 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: SPRING PLANTING IN MASSACHUSETTS!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 9240

Hi Bill,

Where in southern Mass are you located? I have lots of relatives in Rhode Island.
by PhilMusa
Tue May 19, 2009 6:33 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: SPRING PLANTING IN MASSACHUSETTS!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 9240

Hey Bill,Your are crazy

All mulch is town compost 22+ yards worth, limed but makes plants crazy. Sounds kinda like me!!!!
I agree you are crazy but keep up the great work!
by PhilMusa
Mon Apr 13, 2009 4:14 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: 32 year old Trachy finally in the ground
Replies: 44
Views: 20884

Costco Sells Rain barrels

Hey Paul,

FYI, Costco is selling rain barrels for about $125.00.
by PhilMusa
Thu Apr 02, 2009 5:29 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: 32 year old Trachy finally in the ground
Replies: 44
Views: 20884

Very nice especially at 52 degree north!
by PhilMusa
Mon Mar 16, 2009 6:05 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Photos of English Bay Palms After Brutal Winter
Replies: 21
Views: 10918

Hi Heidi,

It was a bit of shocker when I saw the aftermath. We usually don't expect to see that type of damage coming from the Vancouver area. I'm sure it will bounce back as good as ever by the end of the summer.
by PhilMusa
Thu Feb 26, 2009 5:29 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Question for you vetran trachy owners who protect their tree
Replies: 16
Views: 9752

Holy Moly

I wasn't expect to see that monster covered up :shock: . Hopefully it makes it through as it would be a great shame to lose that big of a specimen.

good luck
by PhilMusa
Wed Aug 20, 2008 6:17 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Butia capitata
Replies: 20
Views: 9529

Nice palm Barrie, very majestic!
by PhilMusa
Mon Jun 30, 2008 6:57 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: 50% off all topicals at Broadway Gardens, Ontario
Replies: 7
Views: 4827

Thanks Arctic. I hope they continue the line.
by PhilMusa
Sun Jun 29, 2008 12:11 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: 50% off all topicals at Broadway Gardens, Ontario
Replies: 7
Views: 4827

Hey Arctic, do you know if Tony is going to the Rice RD location?
by PhilMusa
Sun Jun 29, 2008 12:10 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: SW Ontario Palms
Replies: 6
Views: 4904

I'll make the 2 1/2 drive in the fall to help scoop up some of them.

Too bad we can't get him to come online just to find out what he is thinking. :scratch:
by PhilMusa
Thu Apr 17, 2008 7:38 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Hello from the new guy.
Replies: 25
Views: 11498

Hey palmmandan welcome,

Everyone on this board is very knowledgeable and friendly. I live just north of Toronto and love everything tropical, especially palms.
by PhilMusa
Tue Apr 15, 2008 6:11 pm
Forum: Germination
Topic: Hyophorbe lagenicaulis ~ Bottle Palm
Replies: 26
Views: 15923

Bottle palm at local nursery

A nursery very close to my home has a bottle palm about 5ft tall listed at $269.99 however it now marked down 70% off. Not knowing much about these palms I think it's a good price but I'm unsure how it will do in the house. Any feedback would be appreciated.
by PhilMusa
Wed Apr 09, 2008 8:49 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: What for Louisville, Kentucky?
Replies: 6
Views: 4156

Well put Kent,

I see many people in my area wrapping up not so tender evergreens and Japanese Maples. To spend an hour protecting a palm while it gives your months of beauty in the spring-fall is not unreasonable.
by PhilMusa
Sat Mar 29, 2008 6:22 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Buying any new palms?
Replies: 26
Views: 13148

Las Vegas Palms

Alchris,

Where do you go in Las Vegas to get your palms and how do you get them across the Can/US border?
by PhilMusa
Fri Mar 21, 2008 2:04 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Should i plant a Trachy Fortunei in N. Ohio?
Replies: 9
Views: 5056

It looks like the new nursery Paradise Palm Company (started in 2007) didn't do their homework when they stated this, About the Windmill Palm... Windmill Palms are considered the kings of northern palms. Gracing palaces in cold winter climates from southern Russia, to Austria, the valleys of Switzer...