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by ScottyON
Thu Dec 30, 2010 6:55 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Unheated Trachy Experiment
Replies: 8
Views: 4195

That's too bad Tim.. Maybe leave them and see. You might need to cut the trunk like Jim does in the Spring. maybe put some Copper Spray on them??
by ScottyON
Wed Dec 29, 2010 7:05 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia Update
Replies: 11
Views: 6941

Thanks Barb! The Oleander is still kicking! Looks the same. Strange... Rob.. Good question. Last year I removed the plastic on March 10th for that reason that it was getting to warm inside. Only the Brackens is totally wrapped. The others have openings to breath a bit. Depending on the winter I will...
by ScottyON
Wed Dec 29, 2010 2:10 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia Update
Replies: 11
Views: 6941

Magnolia Update

Here is a couple vids I shot of my S. Magnolia's... <object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/7hto5OtCtpo?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name=&...
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 28, 2010 7:12 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: WTH is wrong with my cordyline
Replies: 17
Views: 8744

I put my in the garage for the winter. Looks fine so far.. The garage gets down at the coldest to about -3c or so. If you have a cool place, try that maybe...
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 28, 2010 7:10 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Uninsulated palm enclosures
Replies: 42
Views: 19334

Yeah Paul.. I dunno.. Maybe we just get lucky with certain plants??? The Acuba I got was from Bill in MA. We have had -15c here at my place and not a scratch on it. Not to say it won't die by the end of the winter. But each time, like today when it warms up to 0c it looks mint again..
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 28, 2010 7:08 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Uninsulated palm enclosures
Replies: 42
Views: 19334

I bought the c-9's at Canadian Tire. They had a lot there for $ 9.99 for a string of 25...
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 28, 2010 5:55 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Early Winter Pics
Replies: 23
Views: 8435

I bet with that protection your mag will come through with flying colours! All mine have shown no damage yet except form my DD Blanchard in the front. I think it will make it though but look pretty wrecked in the spring..
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 28, 2010 5:53 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Uninsulated palm enclosures
Replies: 42
Views: 19334

They had a ton of c-9 lights at CT this year. They were $ 9.99 for a string of 25... I think they put out more heat though. They only run about 60% of the day when it's around the -5C range.. Just my observations..
by ScottyON
Sun Dec 26, 2010 9:20 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Uninsulated palm enclosures
Replies: 42
Views: 19334

I am trying a couple of Trachy's without heat. The reason I use heat is so they don't completely loose all their fronds and look like crap until June/July. This way they come out looking mint. Also I really don't know if one could survive well in my climate without heat protection. It stays below fr...
by ScottyON
Sat Dec 25, 2010 5:17 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Uninsulated palm enclosures
Replies: 42
Views: 19334

Using the same method as you with the first.. 35/45 thermo cube. The only difference is that I am using a regular string of 25 c-9 lights instead of the mini lights.. A couple of my other enclosures are not heated. I haven't looked at them..
by ScottyON
Sat Dec 25, 2010 7:10 am
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Uninsulated palm enclosures
Replies: 42
Views: 19334

After seeing your pics Tim it got me thinking what mine might be looking like inside. So I thought I would unwrap a bit to see. This is what I saw. http://i994.photobucket.com/albums/af66/ScottyON81/P1030889.jpg http://i994.photobucket.com/albums/af66/ScottyON81/P1030890.jpg http://i994.photobucket....
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 14, 2010 6:27 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia's after the Freeze....
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

Hey Tim.. The one in the front is a DD Blanchard... It's the first winter for it. The Brackens came though last winter just fine! I'll keep you updated on this one. if it lives for me you should be good to since we're pretty much the same climate..
by ScottyON
Sun Dec 12, 2010 11:58 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia's after the Freeze....
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

Thanks Paul.. Yeah I can't see it living.. But it would be crazy if it did!!
by ScottyON
Sun Dec 12, 2010 8:00 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia's after the Freeze....
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

I probably don't even need to protect them, so this will probably be the last year. Hopefully we don't get too cold and die on me! You've been so busy that I'm sure the Oleanders weren't the first thing on your mind. I bet you really made them more hardy last year by doing what you did last year.
by ScottyON
Sat Dec 11, 2010 6:50 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia's after the Freeze....
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

I don't see how it could possibly make it! Mines actually only protected by a planter turned over, a garbage bag and leaves.. Thanks for the comments!
by ScottyON
Sat Dec 11, 2010 12:07 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia's after the Freeze....
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

Yeah.. I don't think they know what they planted, but it will be interesting to see what happens to it. I'm surprised it looks as good as it does with the cold temps we had...
by ScottyON
Sat Dec 11, 2010 10:45 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Magnolia's after the Freeze....
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

Magnolia's after the Freeze....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NL6SmtJrwDE
by ScottyON
Fri Dec 10, 2010 3:09 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Got it covered.
Replies: 40
Views: 17077

It's nice to see you don't have any snow yet! We've got about 3 inches here now. Nothing compared to south western Ontario where they have had over 5 feet :shock: ... Any snow for you in the forecast?
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 07, 2010 5:46 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Where are you going to retire?
Replies: 38
Views: 15642

Since we're pretty close in age Bill maybe we'll be neighbours down there???
by ScottyON
Tue Dec 07, 2010 3:04 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Where are you going to retire?
Replies: 38
Views: 15642

FLORIDA!! South West Coast. My retire date in August 31st 2037. I'll be 56.. :shock:
by ScottyON
Thu Dec 02, 2010 9:00 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Northern Palm Sanctuary "greenhouse"
Replies: 30
Views: 19106

What can I sat that's already been said! Looks awesome! You guys did a top notch job on the GH!! Looks really nice!! The washy enclosure looks just like I pictured it!! You're in the home stretch now eh!!! Thanks for taking the time to post! Give me a shout on Skype this weekend if you have a chance!
by ScottyON
Mon Nov 29, 2010 12:11 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: First Snowfall - Trachy Protection
Replies: 26
Views: 9818

Looking forward to seeing them Bill! How's the back??
by ScottyON
Fri Nov 26, 2010 3:46 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Palm trees for the Okanagan!
Replies: 17
Views: 7735

I sent him off an email tonight. I'll let you know when I hear back!
by ScottyON
Fri Nov 26, 2010 3:13 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: As promised here are the pictures
Replies: 22
Views: 7201

Nice Tim!! Hey have you ever had issues with the space heater?? I wen't out and got a new one today. I thik the thermostat was broken on it cause it wouldn't shut off and wasn't getting the palm hut very warm! Bought a new one tonight and it took 5min to warm it up then shut off. Glad to hear it's a...
by ScottyON
Thu Nov 25, 2010 6:28 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Palm trees for the Okanagan!
Replies: 17
Views: 7735

Yeah Barb... Rona is like 5 min from my house. We just got a new Lowes here and we have a big Home Depot all within 5km... HD doesn't carry anything good and same with Rona. maybe Lowes will??
by ScottyON
Tue Nov 23, 2010 6:12 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Palm Hut interior getting too warm
Replies: 29
Views: 13335

Mine does the same too Barb. It's about 5c at night then with day time heating it's up a little past 10c. Never had any problems with that yet! I also thing the snow will melt around the sides and if it rains I think it's still getting to the roots. I wouldn't worry too much!
by ScottyON
Tue Nov 23, 2010 6:07 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Palm trees for the Okanagan!
Replies: 17
Views: 7735

You're one step a head of me Paul!! Let me know if you get the email contact. I have been bugging the lady at Rona in Kingston for 2 years to carry them. They just look at me like im stupid when I ask!
by ScottyON
Tue Nov 23, 2010 6:05 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Palm protection is on
Replies: 2
Views: 1774

Nice Tim.. I'm doing the same here. Some of the palms have the dpace heater some have c-9 light with thermo cube and other are only protected with a bucket and leaves. It will be neat for you and I to compare in the spring to see how things did!!
by ScottyON
Sun Nov 21, 2010 2:52 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Covered my trachies and trunked yucca, a few pics
Replies: 19
Views: 13024

Nice job man! Winter started early for you eh!? Looks like what you have done should do the trick! Do you have a thermometer in there so you can keep an eye on the temps??
by ScottyON
Fri Nov 19, 2010 3:38 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: Washys are covered
Replies: 39
Views: 13777

Very nice Jim!! Love the bubble wrap idea!!
by ScottyON
Mon Nov 15, 2010 5:30 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: November 13th??
Replies: 18
Views: 7117

Thanks Jim.. yeah I got lazy and didn't buy enough insulation board. I like the idea of some plastic over the hatch area to keep in the warmth!

Thanks..
by ScottyON
Sun Nov 14, 2010 7:29 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: November 13th??
Replies: 18
Views: 7117

RIP to your Acuba Paul..

Barb.. Are you getting the 35/45 or the 20/30?? Are you using the thermo cube on to your space heater or are you switching to lights??
by ScottyON
Sun Nov 14, 2010 4:06 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: November 13th??
Replies: 18
Views: 7117

I don't blame you for leaving them out Tim! The longer the better. I just wanted to get things done while we still had nice weather. Any snow for you yesterday?? Barb.. My thermo cube is right on my trachy trunk with the lights. If the thermo cube stays outside the protection it will keep the lights...
by ScottyON
Sun Nov 14, 2010 4:01 am
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Palm hut -- about time!
Replies: 43
Views: 17027

I'm sure you'll have lots of time.. Just keep plugging away at it.. When do you usually get cold to stay?
by ScottyON
Sat Nov 13, 2010 6:19 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: November 13th??
Replies: 18
Views: 7117

Erik.... I am ahead of you but the winter weather is closer to me than you though! So I wouldn't be too worried yet!! I'm sure you'll be done in time for the real cold!
by ScottyON
Sat Nov 13, 2010 6:17 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Palm hut -- about time!
Replies: 43
Views: 17027

It's a start, right? Are you working on it tomorrow too??
by ScottyON
Sat Nov 13, 2010 4:16 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: November 13th??
Replies: 18
Views: 7117

November 13th??

Thanks to all the southerners for sending up the warm air this week! 67f today! Got to cut the grass and finish up covering my palms for the winter. Felt like I should be uncovering them. I took a few pics and a short video. Trachy all warpped up.. http://i994.photobucket.com/albums/af66/ScottyON81/...
by ScottyON
Fri Nov 12, 2010 12:43 pm
Forum: Cold Hardy Palms
Topic: New Palms!
Replies: 22
Views: 9159

Did you get them delivered or did you go there??
by ScottyON
Mon Nov 08, 2010 5:28 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Unexpected Guest
Replies: 23
Views: 10564

I like this one better..
by ScottyON
Mon Nov 08, 2010 5:22 pm
Forum: Greenhouse & Outside Protection
Topic: Unexpected Guest
Replies: 23
Views: 10564

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