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Posted by koldklimatekyle (My Page) on Tue, Apr 3, 07 at 0:01
| Okay, so this is my first post on GardenWeb, and my idea may seem far fetched, but it's worth a shot! First off, I love rock gardens and alpine plants. Last summer I had an amazing trip to the Rocky Mountains and instantly fell in love with the alpine tundra environment, and next summer I am going to Alaska so I will get an even better tundra experience. I would love to start a small indoor rock garden, if that is even possible. Problem is, I live in Florida. I'm a student at UCF in Orlando, where it gets very warm and humid. Is it possible to grow alpine plants in these conditions? I believe in the impossible, but some times it just doesn't work. If anyone has any information on this to share, that would be much appreciated. Thank you!
Kyle |
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RE: Indoor Rock Garden/Alpine Plants
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| In general, most alpine plants won't grow well indoors simply because you can't duplicate their alpine environment inside - cool temps, lots of sun, and winter. But there are some that can take a lot of abuse, environmentally speaking. First, don't try plants native to high, cold mountain peaks. Lower elevations will be more humid, comparatively, and a warmer climate. Plants there, hopefully, will be more adaptable. Many sedums, especially the small leaf types might do well, and I have overwintered Delosperma cooperi inside without any problems. I would think any Delosperma species or related genera woould do fine. There are so many, and some native to almost the coastline in South Africa. Crassula species might be another option, and the many cactus genera. Now maybe someone with some experience will give some advice. LOL |
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