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Pond Chat / Re: sad day... i shipped my first lilies today

« on: May 13, 2009, 05:26:09 PM »

I remember the fist time I shipped a lily.  I didn't think I packed it correctly.  The paper was so wet, it weighed a whole lot more than the lily and box combined.  Oh well. 

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Aquatic and Terrestrial Plant Exchange / Re: I've a couple of tropical extras =D

« on: May 13, 2009, 05:23:05 PM »

Is the Albert Greenberg and Red Flare spoken for?  I have an extra Mayla and white odorata.  I'll take either one if you're interested in the trade.   

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Pond Chat / Re: My new Settlement pond, lotus pond and lily pond

« on: May 10, 2009, 04:49:14 PM »

Great job Tink.  How's your back?  Can't wait to see the lotus pond full of wonderful flowers.

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Pond Chat / Re: Lots of pictures from around the yard and my slopes are filling in some....

« on: May 07, 2009, 08:44:45 PM »

Very lush and green.  Good job, Tink. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Clarity Max - It WORKS!

« on: May 07, 2009, 08:43:18 PM »

It's pricey.  Does it ship for free?

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Chit Chat / Teacher Appreciation Week

« on: May 05, 2009, 06:39:33 PM »

This week, we take the time to say thank you to all the teachers that have made a difference.  Most of us do not need a week to remind us of their hard work.  So, send one an apple or give them a hug. 

Just a thought. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Garden Shots - overtaken by green

« on: May 04, 2009, 07:44:29 PM »

In the first pic.  You have a long cactus looking plant in a small container.  Is that a dragon fruit? 

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Pond Chat / Re: Wish List

« on: April 27, 2009, 07:56:36 PM »

Great trading with you, Vickie.   

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Pond Chat / Re: Tink Lotus Progress

« on: April 25, 2009, 10:08:38 AM »

My dog seems to be excited, as well. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Tink Lotus Progress

« on: April 25, 2009, 10:07:33 AM »

It is going aerial!   I think we're doing alright. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Turtles are happy and lillies are blooming

« on: April 25, 2009, 08:00:53 AM »

Nice pix, Jerry.  I notice more and more people are coming back.  I'm glad spring is here.   

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Aquatic and Terrestrial Plant Exchange / Re: Taro package

« on: April 22, 2009, 11:03:33 AM »

Hi Lawanna.  I'm interested in the Black Magic and Truffles.  P.S.  Don't tell my wife and I want it sent by a flock of birds. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Wish List

« on: April 21, 2009, 01:31:34 PM »

Vickie and I have a trade.  Woohoo!! 

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Terrestrial Gardening / Re: Definitely feels like Spring in my garden!

« on: April 20, 2009, 08:37:41 PM »

Very pretty.  I love spring. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Speaking of first blooms...

« on: April 20, 2009, 08:30:35 PM »

I'm happy to see people coming back and posting wonderful pics.   

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Pond Chat / Re: Speaking of first blooms...

« on: April 19, 2009, 08:47:30 PM »

Lots of pads.    What type is it?  I like the hint of pink.

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Pond Chat / Re: First lily bloom of the season

« on: April 19, 2009, 05:37:28 PM »

It's spring time.  Keep those pics coming, Kat.  I know you have more.   

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Pond Chat / Re: Wish List

« on: April 18, 2009, 08:32:33 PM »

After reading a post, I'd like to add elephant ear to the list. 

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Terrestrial Gardening / Re: look what I am getting I love verigated plants

« on: April 18, 2009, 08:30:26 PM »

Lucky!!  I'm trying to grow taro from its root.  I would love some elephant ear.

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Pond Chat / Re: Wish List

« on: April 16, 2009, 08:15:25 PM »

Just let me know when they're available, Kat.

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Pond Chat / Re: ~ eww lala... lot's of waterfalls -- new creation ! ( pics )

« on: April 16, 2009, 01:35:08 PM »

Shazaam!!  I tried to build something like that, but failed.  Wow.  That's the waterfall I've always wanted. 

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Terrestrial Gardening / I saved a tree today

« on: April 15, 2009, 05:57:23 PM »

Construction workers were clearing an area for playground equipment.  As they were doing so, they tore out this Hong Kong Orchid.  I couldn't believe it.  When asked what they were going to do with it, they said the district will handle it.  My wife sent for me and I immediately wrapped what was left of the roots with a plastic bag.  I moistened the roots a little.  It was planted about 2 years ago and was very nice.  Now I've tried to grow this same plant twice and failed.  Mainly due to the hot summers and the trees were very young.  When I planted this tree, I used B1 and some acidic fertilizer.  Is there anything else I can do?  Do you think it has a fighting chance?  It was out of the ground for 30 min before I wrapped it up.   

3rd pic is of my son and wife doing the dishes.  My son is a professional dish washer for hire. 

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: The skimmer

« on: April 15, 2009, 02:43:25 PM »

I think about it every evening, I just sit in my lawn chair, drink beer and look at where it will be, planning it all out in my mind. When I finish our back yard it will be every man's dream, a "NO MO" yard. I will separate it into walkways and patio areas with aspot gardens here and there and a few smaller water features.

    I would be the one sitting next to you drinking a beer and sharing my ideas.

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Pond Construction & Filtration / Re: The skimmer

« on: April 15, 2009, 07:18:13 AM »

Are you building a new pond or adding a skimmer to your current one?  I thought about using a pool skimmer on my current pone.  I'm not sure how that would go.  Would you please keep us updated on your project?  I'm interested on how to do this.  Thanks.

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Koi Corner / Re: Males from the pond

« on: April 15, 2009, 07:14:23 AM »

I love the Bar X Showa.  I'm planning on buying one soon.  Very nice koi.  Do you sell them? 

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Pond Chat / Wish List

« on: April 14, 2009, 05:52:55 PM »

It may be a little bit early, but let's start a wish list.  Maybe we can trade or help each other out (as we always do).  I tried to overwinter my tropicals this past winter and they didn't make it.  My fault. 

Here's what I have:
Iris-purple
Mayla
White Odorata
and that's it. 

Wish:
King of Siam
Queen of Siam
Blue Star
Rose Marie
Miami Rose
any blue topical

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Chit Chat / Re: I guess you should always twirl around in front of the mirror before you leave..

« on: April 14, 2009, 05:45:07 PM »

  That's not right. 

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Pond Chat / Re: Tink Lotus Progress

« on: April 13, 2009, 09:04:09 PM »

WOW!! That's dedication.  Way to go Marla.  I'm interested in seeing the final product with full grown lotus. 

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Chit Chat / Re: Happy Resurrection Day, Easter, Holiday

« on: April 12, 2009, 05:08:41 PM »

Nice pic, Jerry.  My son has been to 3 Easter egg hunts.  He's a semi pro hunter.  Happy Easter everyone. 

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Pond Chat / Re: The most expensive water lily I've ever bought

« on: April 11, 2009, 02:58:41 PM »

  Lawanna