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Originally Posted by Grandma M
Lorraine sent me one this spring, thanks Lorraine, which I planted a Dykia hendersonia in. It is doing great and is just starting to flower, only a few buds open yet. I'll post another picture when more buds open.
I like the idea of placing it flat because I find it difficult to water this way. Mounts don't like me. This morning mine will be changed to it's back. Marilyn
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Glad your chid is doing well and you like the husk. I was wondering if you mastered the coconut husk mounting job. Looks great. Mine are hanging on a plant tree that gets misted each day and rained on. Makes it easy for me. Once the coconut breaks down a little it will hold more moisture the roots will open it up some more.
Anyone out ther trying to get into that coconut be careful. I usually use the ones that are newly brown. Saw through in 3 parts just to the inside nut then take a hatchet and crack it at the 3 saw lines. Watch out for the water to escape. Pull apart and hammer the inside hard shell into pieces and toss. A large screw driver works to loosen pieces. Have fun!!!
I use a piece of wire bend it over and and use it as an anchor to hold the plant in place. sometimes a couple pieces are used and it stays in place. No problems. I'll take a couple pics closeup if needed let me know.