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[IBC] Tree of a thousand stars
Hi I have recently been taking cuttings from a healthy (tree of
a thousand stars )forgive me for not giving you the Latin name. It is Serissa foetida (foetida because the tree stinks when cut). I have numerous cuttings and decided to try and grow one over a rock .Took the well rooted cutting placed it over the rock covered it with a mass of mud made up of peat and loam the roots were draped over the rock reaching down to the pot below. which contained the soil that I usually use for repotting.I covered the roots with Sphagnum Moss and covered the moss with plastic film.(watered well )I was told to leave it for 12 months ,and just to prune it . This tree has shown no sign of dying just a few small leaves turning yellow am I on the right track to grow a successful tree over rock?I do nor worry if I loose this tree as the cutting that I have taken are vast Sounds like you're doing fine. Water "normally." Depending on where you live, you'll want the tree to be indoors soon. Inside, keep a close eye on the soil and only water when it feels dry. A stick kept inserted in the soil and withdrawn to feel for dampness every morning is a good idea. Also, inside, keep an eye out for bugs -- usually aphids or white flies. Use an insecticidal soap at their first appearance. Jim Lewis - - Tallahassee, FL - The phrase 'sustainable growth' is an oxymoron. - Stephen Viederman ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Lisa Kanis++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
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