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Posted by carla17 Z7 (My Page) on Mon, Mar 16, 09 at 11:25
I'm looking at a site that has a good selection of bareroots. Last year I ordered some, planted, and they died. I got a refund but still love their selection.
Does anyone have advice or good/bad experiences with planting the BR's, and when should they be planted for my zone 7b?
Thank you!
Carla |
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RE: CRANESBILL have you had luck with bareroots
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| The problem with bare root perennials is they can dry out too much and die. The must be kept moist at all times |
RE: CRANESBILL have you had luck with bareroots
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| I have had the best success with mail-order plants when they are sent in small pots or at least with a "ball" of soil firmly around the the roots. This moist "rootball" is then wrapped in newspaper or saran wrap for shipping. Shipping costs may be a bit more than bare root, but if the plants die, you are no further ahead, just disappointed and frustrated. |
RE: CRANESBILL have you had luck with bareroots
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| ontnative, where have you ordered from? Thank you for your replies. Carla |
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