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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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 Posted - Jun 05 2007 : 4:29:54 PM
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She's OLD!!! No conundrum there!! Sorry, Marybeth, I had to. She tells me lots of things that are somewhat backwards, so that wouldn't surprise me but she's a very dear neighbor to have. You've just had the smarts to look it up, whereas, I have not. I just like to cuss them and spend countless hours digging them up :)
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Jun 05 2007 : 6:32:29 PM
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Jonni-
If you are passing out seeds- I would love to have some!
Alee |
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 08:37:01 AM
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Absolutely.. I'll see what I can find after they bloom this summer. The one by my kitchen door is HUGE and is a raspberry colored one. It's very hearty, so that will be a good "donor"! They usually produce the pods by the end of the summer, so count on some seeds in the mail!
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 08:41:46 AM
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Oh Thank you! How long does it take for the bush to grow from seed to flowering?
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 09:50:42 AM
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Alee, Janice will laugh at me, but I swear, you'll have a flock of them in no time. I don't know what it is in my soil (uranium???) but it's mostly clay, and they just don't seem discerning about where they plant themselves. I'll collect the pods throughout the summer, and send them to you, you should plant them immediately, and I believe by next spring, you should have considerable starts.
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 11:03:50 AM
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I am so excited! It would be so fun to do a hedge of them and start "fencing" in my yard with bushes!
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hollyhock81
True Blue Farmgirl
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FARAH
IN
USA
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Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 10:30:48 PM
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Originally posted by KYgurlsrbest
Absolutely.. I'll see what I can find after they bloom this summer. The one by my kitchen door is HUGE and is a raspberry colored one. It's very hearty, so that will be a good "donor"! They usually produce the pods by the end of the summer, so count on some seeds in the mail!
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
So sorry to ask,but can you send some to me too?I'll pay for the seeds.I love Rose of Sharon bushes,my Grandma started me on them.My house just has one giant one I trimmed back today,I'd love more. |
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 06:26:02 AM
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Farah, I'd be glad to, and no way, you're not going to pay for them when I have such an abundance!
Incidentally, I went out last night and "surveyed the troops" of Rose of Sharon's, and they're looking really healthy, so by the end of the growing season, they should be REALLY prolific with their seed pods. I don't know how many seeds per pod, but I'm going to say at least 4-6 based on the seedlings around the larger trees.
And Alee, they DO grow fast!!! I found one in my rose beds that I SWEAR wasn't there last week. They must really crave the heat wave we've had because they are LUSH!
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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mkmomus
True Blue Farmgirl
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Merle
Greensboro
NC
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 06:33:31 AM
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Jonni,
Count me in if you have enough seeds. My father had given me the original bushes but they stayed there when we moved. He really loved them so it would be a nice rememberence(sp?) of him. Thanks
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 06:51:11 AM
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Not a problem, Merle. My dad planted a lovely one in our yard growing up, too.
Hey, can I ask you? Is there an airport in Greensboro, and if so, how far are you from the Cape Hatteras?
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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hollyhock81
True Blue Farmgirl
125 Posts
FARAH
IN
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 10:23:53 AM
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Oh many thanks! Want me to e mail my info to you,or I can send you a postage paid envelope.Whatever you'd like.
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Originally posted by KYgurlsrbest
Farah, I'd be glad to, and no way, you're not going to pay for them when I have such an abundance!
Incidentally, I went out last night and "surveyed the troops" of Rose of Sharon's, and they're looking really healthy, so by the end of the growing season, they should be REALLY prolific with their seed pods. I don't know how many seeds per pod, but I'm going to say at least 4-6 based on the seedlings around the larger trees.
And Alee, they DO grow fast!!! I found one in my rose beds that I SWEAR wasn't there last week. They must really crave the heat wave we've had because they are LUSH!
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 11:01:11 AM
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Well, since the pods won't happen until probably mid to late August, please (everyone) "mark your calendars" to send me a reminder notice :) Life often gets in the way of my good intentions, especially during the summer! As of now, we've got almost every weekend filled through mid August!
Please don't forget....because I will 
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 12:17:03 PM
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LOL! I certainly will be sending you a reminder! I am really excited! I want to leave this duplex's yard much more beautiful when I leave than when I came. I love to pretty things up and I hope the next people will continue my work if it is pretty enough! And I can always take seeds with me to plant at my next place! Hopefully we will be here for 2 more years though so I can finish college.
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Tracy
California
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 11:22:13 PM
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| Hi there! Mind if I muscle my way into this "conversation?" Will rose of sharon grow in dappled shade? I have a whole area behind the house that I would like to hide with something pretty, but I don't think there's enough sunlight for traditional roses. Any other suggestions? thanks-- Tracy |
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 08 2007 : 06:18:02 AM
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While I don't call myself a Rose of Sharon expert, with all my volunteers that have popped up, I'm going to say they'll grow just about anywhere. The ones that seem particlarly hearty to me are the ones on the south side of my house which is almost all shade. But, the ones on the west side in full sun, grow just as well.
They are an all purpose plant, ladies, step right up!!!!
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Jun 08 2007 : 09:47:29 AM
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Oh Good! Then I can plant some in the front yard! We have some really great trees, but it would be great to fill in some spots between the trees!
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
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Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
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Posted - Jun 09 2007 : 11:31:38 PM
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Okay, this is jumping in a little late, but can I get in line for some seeds too. I would love to have some. My neighbor who is gone now had one and I loved watching it bloom. Her daughter dug it up and took it to her home. I think that was good for her. Thanks.
Carol Sue
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 10 2007 : 07:58:54 AM
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Absolutely...I don't mind sharing...or sharon...whatever, I'll be glad to send seeds. Same rule of thumb on this...everyone send me a "reminder" towards the latter part of summer :)
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Jun 10 2007 : 2:02:00 PM
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lol! Oh my! Pun intended! I love how we are all going to be Sharon! lol
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Aug 02 2007 : 10:51:52 AM
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Hi Jonni!
How are those ROS bushes going? Any seeds yet? :)
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora! |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
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Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Aug 02 2007 : 11:06:39 AM
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I just emailed you, Alee. And to Shepherdgirl - Yes, Rose of Sharon is growing in dappled shade at my farm.
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?" - 'Brother Dave' Gardner |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Aug 02 2007 : 11:09:46 AM
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So for ROS seeds, would it be better to wait and plant in spring or in fall? Oh lordy! I am already thinking of what to plant next spring! LOL
Alee
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
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Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Aug 02 2007 : 11:24:28 AM
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I've never started one from seed, Alee. But maybe you could try starting some indoors in late winter and then moving them outside. Then just experiment with just planting some in pots outside in the spring like anything else. And maybe throw some in the ground this fall, just to see what comes up. I'm sure between Jonni and myself, we could send you enough seeds to try any and all ways of propagation. LOL :D
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?" - 'Brother Dave' Gardner |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
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Posted - Aug 02 2007 : 6:27:55 PM
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Imagine a huge grin on my face! The more the merrier! I would LOVE to "fence" out my neighbors from my yard. I'm sorry- but seriously people! You have your own yard to potty your dogs in! Leave mine alone! I have no problems with people strolling through or even walking their dogs back there- but at least clean up your messes! I spent a lot of time and effort training my dog to go in one certain spot... Now I am afraid to go out there without watching where I am going.
So I guess that is a long way of saying- I'll take all you've got!
Hugs!
Alee
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora! |
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Rosemary
True Blue Farmgirl
1825 Posts
Virginia
USA
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Posted - Aug 02 2007 : 9:21:43 PM
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I've got Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus, Family Malvaceae) out the wazoo! Birds have pooped out babies all over our property, and there are always sprouts right around the main culprit, which for years have been slugging it out with the offspring of ancient lilacs for domination of our east side yard and gravel driveway. The largest, probably oldest bush has two different colors of single blossoms; mallows have both male & female flowers on the same plant, so I guess they can do that all by themselves! Pretty cool, huh?
Anyway, if anybody wants to try a rooted "buggy whip" through the mail, I'm game to give it a try, in exchange for whatever the postage on something like that would run. I imagine you'd want to plant it right about now, in a partly shady, moist area.
R of S is soothing medicine for sore throats, by the way. You make tea from the crushed flowers. It has the same effect as Slippery Elm lozenges. |
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Garden Gate: Rose of Sharon bushes |
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Rose of Sharon bushes
