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mikeh861
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| Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2004 6:34 am Post subject: ixora in PA??? |
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Hello,
We just returned from a visit to the Ft Lauderdale area, and fell in love with the Maui Red Starflower Ixora that grows everywhere there. Is there any way to adapt it to the South Central Pennsylvania climate? Can it be covered when the temperature drops below 45 degrees F? |
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Dirt Doctor
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Location: Dallas,Tx
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| Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2004 7:25 pm Post subject: |
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| I recommend you invest in a small greenhouse for your exotic plants. |
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mikeh861
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| Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2004 5:58 am Post subject: |
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| I actually was interested in using it as a hedge around a pool. Is there anyting that resembles it that's hearty enough for the Northeast winters? |
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Newt
Joined: 13 Jul 2004
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Location: Maryland zone 7
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| Posted: Thu Aug 26, 2004 12:48 am Post subject: |
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Hi Mike,
I can't think of anything that would be a substitute for the Ixora, but there's a book that might be helpful. You might be able to get it at the library.
The Tropical Look: An Encyclopedia of Dramatic Landscape Plants by Robert Lee Riffle
Ixora grows in zones 10 and 11. If you aren't sure of your hardiness zone, take a look here.
http://www.arborday.org/trees/whatzone.html
Hope this helps,
Newt |
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mikeh861
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| Posted: Sun Aug 29, 2004 3:26 pm Post subject: |
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| Thanks! the book is GREAT! |
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Newt
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Location: Maryland zone 7
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| Posted: Sun Aug 29, 2004 3:28 pm Post subject: |
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You are very welcome. Glad you like it!!! :D
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