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Offline Koi Boi

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I grew it from seed!
« on: October 14, 2006, 09:44:11 PM »
I grew this Victoria 'Amazonica' from seed, starting in a 50 gallon tub with an 800 watt submersible heater set at 87 degrees F.  I have a 1000 watt HID lamp hanging over the tub burning brightly 24/7 'till my pond temp hits 85 deg. F.  I usually start the seeds around the last of January.  Haven't had any luck with any of the 'Cruziana' seeds  that I've obtained but I refuse to give up trying.  Anyway, here's a couple of shots of a second day 'Amazonica' Bloom.
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #1 on: October 14, 2006, 10:26:40 PM »
Great job growing amazonica! I've grown longwood two summers in a row but didn't have any luck with the seeds this summer. I start mine indoors and grow then out indoors too until they can go out in June. Nice photos. I missed mine this year. I plan to try again this winter.

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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #2 on: October 15, 2006, 06:40:05 AM »
nice. I would like to grow one of those someday/
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #3 on: October 15, 2006, 09:24:18 AM »
Koi Boi Beautiful lillies. Maybe I would like to try that some day. Glad to see you posting again. Have missed seeing you and beautiful pond and gardens. Don't stay away so long. Thanks for sharing! O0
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #4 on: October 15, 2006, 09:32:46 AM »
Quote from: gander on October 15, 2006, 06:40:05 AM
nice. I would like to grow one of those someday/

You should get some seeds Gary. I'm planning to start some again this winter and I'll gladly help you with yours.

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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #5 on: October 15, 2006, 11:00:11 AM »
That's a very cool looking lily!  Thanks for posting that pic!
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #6 on: October 15, 2006, 05:56:12 PM »
One thing that you might want to know. Be very careful once it starts getting mature leaves. The underside of the V. Amazonica is covered in thorns. If you need to move it, be sure to protect yourself.

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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #7 on: October 15, 2006, 08:43:30 PM »
Koi Boi, it looks wonderful. Congrats to you for getting the little sucker to thrive and bloom! It looks happy.  O0

Very cool.  8)

Does it have a scent? If so, is it a nice scent?
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #8 on: October 15, 2006, 09:22:38 PM »
Quote from: karen J on October 15, 2006, 08:43:30 PM
Koi Boi, it looks wonderful. Congrats to you for getting the little sucker to thrive and bloom! It looks happy.  O0

Very cool.  8)

Does it have a scent? If so, is it a nice scent?

Karen, Victorias have an amazing scent. It's kind of like a pineapple smell that fills the entire garden. The bud starts to smell during the day before it opens and just gets stronger into the evening. It's really intense and wonderful.

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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #9 on: October 16, 2006, 05:34:23 AM »
It is a beautiful flower but those pads look scary  :no:.  I wouldn't want to get stuck by one of those
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #10 on: October 16, 2006, 09:45:45 AM »
Quote from: gander on October 15, 2006, 06:40:05 AM
nice. I would like to grow one of those someday/

So would I  .

U did a Great job Koi Boi ! It's Beautiful!

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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #11 on: October 16, 2006, 10:09:28 AM »
That is awesome! Congratulations on the wonderful bloom. (8:-)
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #12 on: October 16, 2006, 05:07:55 PM »
Can I ask if you used that coctail they say to feed them as seedling grew? Or if you just took your chances?
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Re: I grew it from seed!
« Reply #13 on: October 16, 2006, 07:16:47 PM »
wow!  Wish I had room to try one.. good to see you again koiboi!

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