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Post by radio on Apr 29, 2015 16:30:52 GMT -5
Saw a couple of these today and had to do a search to see what they were. Gorgeous flowers and a fast growing tree. All I can find on the internet is seeds and I would love to have some cuttings if anyone has a tree
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Post by megalotis on Apr 29, 2015 16:41:05 GMT -5
LOTS of them here in the Phoenix area. They look pretty nice when in full bloom, but are not, in my own humble opinion, very attractive trees otherwise. The trouble is, the blooms are short-lived. Sorry I don't have one in my yard, or I'd happily send you some cuttings! Where are you at? I don't believe they can handle much cold.
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Post by captbob on Apr 29, 2015 16:45:04 GMT -5
They are scattered about here in St. Pete, and I love them when they are blossoming. But, I can pretty much guarantee that you don't want one in your yard unless you can plant it FAR away from your house and vehicles. As much as I like them, if I had one in my yard I would have to cut it down. They are super messy.
Sorry, I don't have one to send ya. Have you tried a local plant nursery?
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Post by radio on Apr 29, 2015 16:46:54 GMT -5
LOTS of them here in the Phoenix area. They look pretty nice when in full bloom, but are not, in my own humble opinion, very attractive trees otherwise. The trouble is, the blooms are short-lived. Sorry I don't have one in my yard, or I'd happily send you some cuttings! Where are you at? I don't believe they can handle much cold. I'm in SW Mo and they seem to do well here, or at least the three I saw today were loaded with blossoms and quite large. The fast growing part is appealing to me as I need to plant a screen about 200 feet long.
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Post by megalotis on Apr 29, 2015 16:49:40 GMT -5
Yeah, they probably branch out more nicely in more humid areas. Surprised to find out that they'll make a go of it that far north. Cool!
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Post by radio on Apr 29, 2015 16:52:17 GMT -5
They are scattered about here in St. Pete, and I love them when they are blossoming. But, I can pretty much guarantee that you don't want one in your yard unless you can plant it FAR away from your house and vehicles. As much as I like them, if I had one in my yard I would have to cut it down. They are super messy. Sorry, I don't have one to send ya. Have you tried a local plant nursery? Hadn't thought about it being messy, but they would be well away from the house and planted in a long row parallel to the road both for pretty and as a noise barrier. There probably is a different fast growing tree that would be better at noise filtering though as these look a bit sparse in the foliage detartment
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Post by jakesrocks on Apr 29, 2015 16:56:55 GMT -5
Had a couple in my yard in California. Flowers are pretty, but the seed pods are large. When they start dropping, they make a real mess. + the seed pods contain very tiny hairs which can cause lung problems if breathed in.
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Post by 1dave on May 3, 2015 6:45:18 GMT -5
LOTS of them here in the Phoenix area. They look pretty nice when in full bloom, but are not, in my own humble opinion, very attractive trees otherwise. The trouble is, the blooms are short-lived. Sorry I don't have one in my yard, or I'd happily send you some cuttings! Where are you at? I don't believe they can handle much cold. I'm in SW Mo and they seem to do well here, or at least the three I saw today were loaded with blossoms and quite large. The fast growing part is appealing to me as I need to plant a screen about 200 feet long. You may want to contact jamesp about bamboo!
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Post by radio on May 3, 2015 7:41:28 GMT -5
I'm in SW Mo and they seem to do well here, or at least the three I saw today were loaded with blossoms and quite large. The fast growing part is appealing to me as I need to plant a screen about 200 feet long. You may want to contact jamesp about bamboo! LOL! I need a screen of sorts, but not so dense as Bamboo. I don't think the wife would approve, but I would have a ready supply of cane fishin' poles
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Post by jamesp on May 3, 2015 8:05:26 GMT -5
Yellow Groove(Aureosulcata ??) may be the only one that could handle the cold. perhaps stretching it in Montana.
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Post by Fossilman on May 3, 2015 9:24:42 GMT -5
There are a few here in Oregon too,in the city.....
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Post by radio on May 3, 2015 9:52:15 GMT -5
Yellow Groove(Aureosulcata ??) may be the only one that could handle the cold. perhaps stretching it in Montana. I'm in SW Missouri, zone 6
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Post by jamesp on May 3, 2015 11:03:39 GMT -5
Yellow Groove(Aureosulcata ??) may be the only one that could handle the cold. perhaps stretching it in Montana. I'm in SW Missouri, zone 6 Much better. It is best dug in Feb/March when dormant. Best thing to do is look for an existing grove in your area. Wait till Feb, get permission if it is not on public land and dig/transplant a few clumps. it can be purchased in a pot and planted anytime. Some nurseries pot it up. Check internet. All it takes is a small healthy pot. Big pots cost a lot and don't spread much faster. I quit digging it a few years back due to arthritis in my wrists. Henon Bory Yellowgrove and my favorite is Robert Young. Vivax is huge and may do Missouri.Not sure about it, a timber bamboo. Robert young rarely lays over, is sort of an open slower grower and can be managed pretty easy. Stalks to 3.5 inches and pretty yellow color. Known as P. Viridis var. Robert Young Robert Young-you can see some green canes from a typical green bamboo mixed w/the Robert Young:
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Post by radio on May 3, 2015 11:39:33 GMT -5
Thanks. There are lots of cane breaks around here, but most of it stays pretty small.
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Post by 1dave on May 3, 2015 12:23:27 GMT -5
Some good info here:Three Methods of Controlling Bamboo 1. Aborting New Shoots 2. Root Pruning 3. Physical Barriers 1. Identify unwanted shoots Select shoots that emerge outside of your desired growth area. Remove unwanted shoots New shoots are fragile and can be easily removed. A swift kick can even remove the largest of shoots. Decide best method of removal This can be done very easily with a lawn mower but some areas maybe difficult to mow. A weed eater can be used in these areas or you can just kick them over. Kicking bamboo shoot Growth is aborted Once aborted the cane will never grow again. Using this type of maintenance is a easy way to control your bamboo grove. Hints New shoots are easiest to remove after they have reached about 6-12" tall. This is when they are the most fragile. This is a good method but you need to remain vigilant during the early spring. Once all the new shoots have been removed in the spring, you will be done until next spring. Occasionally, you will have a couple of late shooters but the majority will happen in the spring.
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Post by radio on May 3, 2015 13:09:42 GMT -5
Some good info here:Three Methods of Controlling Bamboo 1. Aborting New Shoots 2. Root Pruning 3. Physical Barriers 1. Identify unwanted shoots Select shoots that emerge outside of your desired growth area. Remove unwanted shoots New shoots are fragile and can be easily removed. A swift kick can even remove the largest of shoots. Decide best method of removal This can be done very easily with a lawn mower but some areas maybe difficult to mow. A weed eater can be used in these areas or you can just kick them over. Kicking bamboo shoot Growth is aborted Once aborted the cane will never grow again. Using this type of maintenance is a easy way to control your bamboo grove. Hints New shoots are easiest to remove after they have reached about 6-12" tall. This is when they are the most fragile. This is a good method but you need to remain vigilant during the early spring. Once all the new shoots have been removed in the spring, you will be done until next spring. Occasionally, you will have a couple of late shooters but the majority will happen in the spring. I almost asked earlier about controlling the spread of the bamboo! I've seen a few groves that were just totally out of control to the point of taking over a back yard
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Post by jamesp on May 3, 2015 21:04:11 GMT -5
Slow soccer during April and May as 1dave illustrated is the trick. Vigilant though...
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Post by Mark K on May 3, 2015 22:20:18 GMT -5
If you want something cool, get you some wahoo trees. I have 5 in the yard.
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Post by radio on May 4, 2015 9:37:33 GMT -5
If you want something cool, get you some wahoo trees. I have 5 in the yard. What is odd is the fact that they are supposed to be native to Missouri, but as far as I know, I've never ever seen one! They look pretty though
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Post by 1dave on May 4, 2015 10:35:52 GMT -5
If you want something cool, get you some wahoo trees. I have 5 in the yard. Living out west I have never heard of them.
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