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by chadec
Sun Sep 20, 2015 9:46 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: What palm can survive 37 nights of 10F or less/17 zero/less
Replies: 19
Views: 14874

My sabals have been extremely hardy for me too Jim. I love those Louisianas and brazorias. I have purchased 6 more sabal Lou this year and another Brazoria.
by chadec
Sun Sep 20, 2015 9:42 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: P.Lamerei blooming +
Replies: 3
Views: 3799

Amazing growth on those trachies Jim. Not sure how your gonna manage them in a few years.
by chadec
Tue Sep 15, 2015 3:50 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Garden in Sept.
Replies: 4
Views: 4083

Thanks, oleanders are not hardy here this far inland. They grow very large on our coast with thick branches.
by chadec
Mon Sep 14, 2015 4:30 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Garden in Sept.
Replies: 4
Views: 4083

Thanks Jim, we've been really dry this summer. Not even our normal afternoon showers. But where I work in Winston-Salem we have had much more precip. Must be due to higher heat effect from the city.
by chadec
Sun Sep 13, 2015 12:00 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Garden in Sept.
Replies: 4
Views: 4083

Garden in Sept.

Not sure how long summer will last, but I am enjoying every minute. Sure don't want to start thinking about snow and ice. <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150911_151625.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1209.photobucket.c...
by chadec
Sat Sep 12, 2015 11:30 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: August 29,2015 new camera
Replies: 16
Views: 11453

I had to take a second look. When my agave desmettiana bolted the meristem actually drew in before the inflo emerged.

Jim, I brought a new trachy home this week. Since it was b&b my plan was to keep it in a 30 gallon pot over winter, cause I feel its too late to plant. Do you agree?
by chadec
Fri Sep 11, 2015 5:40 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: August 29,2015 new camera
Replies: 16
Views: 11453

Very nice Jim, everything looks great. I suspect that agave havardiana will be in bloom before too long.
by chadec
Wed Sep 09, 2015 4:57 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Scale problems
Replies: 10
Views: 7073

Definitely gonna try the coffee grounds. But, I would have to recommend a strong insecticide with the ingredient Steve mentioned in it like Bayer.
by chadec
Sun Jul 26, 2015 12:20 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: This summer has been amazing!
Replies: 10
Views: 7003

Looking good, really wish some of that rain would come my way.
by chadec
Wed Jul 15, 2015 5:22 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: New stuff and some updates
Replies: 5
Views: 6631

Thanks Aaron,
Just hoping a lot of these are really hardy and actually survive long term.
by chadec
Mon Jul 13, 2015 6:32 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: New stuff and some updates
Replies: 5
Views: 6631

Thanks guys, Jim, was checking out several agave at PDN last week that they had planted in beds other than their rock gardens, couldn't help but notice how much mulch was packed around them. Amazing too to see cacti and agave growing in shaded areas. Igor, I cannot show everything in a single post. ...
by chadec
Sun Jul 12, 2015 5:30 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: New stuff and some updates
Replies: 5
Views: 6631

New stuff and some updates

Planted out some opuntia, agave havardiana and tricho at the bed by the road. Everything here must be xeric cause the hose doesn't reach. <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150707_103204.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i12...
by chadec
Sun Jul 12, 2015 10:35 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Some pics after 2.10" rain this morning.
Replies: 3
Views: 4335

Holy cow, looks like your gonna need to start planting in your neighbors yard just to have enough room. Your palms are looking huge, great job.
by chadec
Wed Jul 08, 2015 6:13 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Fouquieria splendens (ocotillo)
Replies: 48
Views: 73939

Nice idea Tim, specially if the tube is adjustable. Since they are planted under the soffet and do not get wet they should be hardened off going into winter. Our cold temps usually start in Jan - Feb. However, the size these things grow it will not get covered for long.
by chadec
Tue Jul 07, 2015 2:22 pm
Forum: Anything Yucca
Topic: Yucca elata bloom
Replies: 15
Views: 21715

Very nice yuccas, love the blue on those in the 2nd pic.
by chadec
Tue Jul 07, 2015 2:19 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: desert garden blog
Replies: 81
Views: 503633

Very nice pics, and amazing blooms. How many agaves survived the winter?
by chadec
Mon Jul 06, 2015 8:56 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Some pix from July 6,2015
Replies: 3
Views: 4459

Amazing Jim. I think I will just go out an fertilize my yard again.
by chadec
Mon Jun 22, 2015 5:17 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy - General
Topic: Musa Basjoo June 21, 2015
Replies: 3
Views: 4784

Looking good, way bigger than mine this yr.
by chadec
Mon Jun 22, 2015 5:16 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Help from above & some pics
Replies: 8
Views: 6683

Everything looks great Jim. How do you maintain your Siam Ruby over winter? Mine has been reduced to a twig.
by chadec
Tue Jun 16, 2015 5:51 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Fouquieria splendens (ocotillo)
Replies: 48
Views: 73939

Planted my ocotillo cuttings in my test bed. Hope they are as hardy as they are reported to be. <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150616_184454.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc390/chadec7a/M...
by chadec
Mon Jun 15, 2015 3:52 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Agave
Replies: 49
Views: 55185

Yeah, I was expecting to lose all those outer leaves. But was completely surprised when the meristem rotted out. Specially considering how mesic Montana is compared to others. I will have to hardened it off this winter.
by chadec
Mon Jun 15, 2015 3:41 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Some more pics
Replies: 3
Views: 3973

Very nice stuff, may have order a ton of stuff.

My tricho has seen -1 F with protection( no heat ). And yours looks the same as mine.
by chadec
Sun Jun 14, 2015 5:53 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Agave
Replies: 49
Views: 55185

Added a new aloe to the test bed today. Agave colorata does not appear to handle the sun very well. Sorry I know some of the pics are fuzzy. <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150614_180242.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://...
by chadec
Sun Jun 14, 2015 5:42 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Some more pics
Replies: 3
Views: 3973

Nice flowers. Plans on planting the tricho? How big is that clump of small opuntia and what is their hardiness?
by chadec
Sun Jun 14, 2015 4:24 pm
Forum: Anything Cacti
Topic: just cactus, maybe.....
Replies: 9
Views: 9803

A few new blooms today. <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150613_100712.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc390/chadec7a/Mobile%20Uploads/20150613_100712.jpg" border="0" alt="...
by chadec
Mon Jun 08, 2015 5:37 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Been a while since I posted...
Replies: 7
Views: 9384

I am really thinking about. With all my palms getting transplanted this yr they will need protecting.
by chadec
Fri Jun 05, 2015 1:05 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Couple pics
Replies: 2
Views: 1961

Holy cow, that echinocereus is really puttin on a show. Wish mine bloomed like that.
by chadec
Fri Jun 05, 2015 1:01 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Been a while since I posted...
Replies: 7
Views: 9384

Wow, thats gotten big. Great job protecting it.
by chadec
Wed Jun 03, 2015 4:14 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: garden shuffle complete
Replies: 3
Views: 3262

Nope, ain't gonna happen. I already moved 2 sabal minors and a needle palm from the carport side. I don't think the needle is gonna make it, along with another trachy right off the patio.
by chadec
Mon Jun 01, 2015 3:28 pm
Forum: Anything Cacti
Topic: just cactus, maybe.....
Replies: 9
Views: 9803

Jim, there is only enough mulch to cover the peagravel. And if the wind blows I have to go and put it back. So I am hoping it will not cause any problems. One great thing about this side of the house is snow and rain never blows up against it.
by chadec
Mon Jun 01, 2015 6:03 am
Forum: Anything Cacti
Topic: just cactus, maybe.....
Replies: 9
Views: 9803

Thanks Jay, the cacti have been doing really well. So I went and planted a ton more. Plus the tricho that broke in half is starting to bloom too.
by chadec
Sun May 31, 2015 6:01 am
Forum: Anything Cacti
Topic: just cactus, maybe.....
Replies: 9
Views: 9803

Thanks Jim, yeah I leave it out all yr with a clear tote covering it so it looks good.
by chadec
Sun May 31, 2015 5:52 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Agave
Replies: 49
Views: 55185

Jim, that damn black Thai did great all winter and laid down as soon as I put it in the ground. It is planted between the cannas and the brugsmania. Besides, your right I have 3 more agave montana ready to go. And soooo many more that just dont have a home yet. Some are too special, like these. Agav...
by chadec
Sun May 31, 2015 5:35 am
Forum: Photo Gallery
Topic: New Cactus bed
Replies: 6
Views: 5871

Looks good, great choice with salmiana should be hardy to around 5 degrees F. Cant wait to see how it grows in.
by chadec
Sat May 30, 2015 4:06 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy - General
Topic: I'm new. N Europe (Riga) Zone ~5b, 3rd year experimenting
Replies: 11
Views: 7401

You will need to provide excellent drainage too with the top few inches of pure gravel. I would recommend a raised area so winter rains stay off the roots. And dig down deep and amend the soil with plenty of pea gravel.
by chadec
Sat May 30, 2015 9:44 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Desert Area
Topic: Agave
Replies: 49
Views: 55185

Thanks DZ, Here a up close of crazy horse <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150530_090304.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc390/chadec7a/Mobile%20Uploads/20150530_090304.jpg" border="...
by chadec
Sat May 30, 2015 5:54 am
Forum: Anything Cacti
Topic: just cactus, maybe.....
Replies: 9
Views: 9803

Yes DZ it will be. I have had those last echinocereous in the ground for 4 yrs and finally getting blooms. While I was surprised by how hardy echinocactus horizonthalonius was. Gives me high hopes for all the new stuff. The mulched bed next to the house will go completely unprotected. Had a agave ov...
by chadec
Sat May 30, 2015 5:35 am
Forum: Cold Hardy - General
Topic: I'm new. N Europe (Riga) Zone ~5b, 3rd year experimenting
Replies: 11
Views: 7401

I am in North Carolina, US. I am rated zone 7b, but the last 2 yrs we have had temps at 0 or below.
by chadec
Fri May 29, 2015 5:26 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: garden shuffle complete
Replies: 3
Views: 3262

garden shuffle complete

For the last 2 years I have been working on doubling the size of my gardens. But I have also been working 80 hrs week too which makes it hard to get anything done. So with a week of vacation and 12 hours days in the yard I hope I am just about finished. At least all the plants are moved. All the pal...
by chadec
Fri May 29, 2015 4:41 pm
Forum: Anything Cacti
Topic: just cactus, maybe.....
Replies: 9
Views: 9803

just cactus, maybe.....

A few pics of some pokey things in my yard. <a href="http://s1209.photobucket.com/user/chadec7a/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150510_090419.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc390/chadec7a/Mobile%20Uploads/20150510_090419.jpg" border=&qu...

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