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07-03-2016, 11:57 AM
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To stake or not to stake ??
This is my CTSM I got from Fred during his dormant sale in Feb. Nice spike growing, but my question is, should I stake it up or let it grow down ? I know in all the pictures I have seen they hang down naturally, so I'm thinking I should let it go, but need some input. Thanks
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07-03-2016, 03:04 PM
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I usually see them left naturally. They have strong stems because they tend to grow up in trees exposed to wind.
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07-03-2016, 10:01 PM
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I'd let it grow on its own and see what happens. It might throw the pot off kilter when it fattens up. In which case I usually find an empty clay pot to throw mine in so they don't tip over.
Exciting, first bloomer? What's the cross?
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07-03-2016, 11:47 PM
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It's name is Extravaganza breeding is Ctsm Louise Clark x Ctsm Karen Armstrong. Yes it will be a first bloom.
Thanks Estacion Seca, and Avantgardner.
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07-04-2016, 11:36 PM
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Personally, I'd stake it.
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07-05-2016, 06:59 PM
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I love the un-staked look, but it takes more room. Is that a problem for you?
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07-05-2016, 11:51 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fishmom
I love the un-staked look, but it takes more room. Is that a problem for you?
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Not really, I'd have to move it from where it is, but I can put it in the front and then it could hang. I just wonder how far it will hang..........30 inches to the floor  |
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07-05-2016, 11:58 PM
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This is exciting as we all await the blooms! Fred was just at our society for a talk, which was excellent. Sounds like it will be a wonderful cross. Can't wait to see it. I would stake mostly because I like the appearance of the flowers with the foliage. Keep us posted!
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07-06-2016, 10:32 AM
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You sure are doing something right. I also can't wait to see the blooms.
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07-06-2016, 04:19 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gngrhill
.........30 inches to the floor |
You will post a picture of that 30 inch spike, won't you?  |
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