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| I bought a crossandra a few weeks ago and put it in a very large planter (too big to bring inside). I have grown to really love it. It blooms without letting up and has a kind of tropical look with glossy bright green leaves. Plus its a little different than what everyone else seems to have, and I like that. Really pretty, and really "cool." I searched for them here and only found a few mentions of them, which was very surprising. It is listed as an annual, but I have read that it is hardy in zones 9-11. .. I'm in zone 8a. I've had several "annuals" in the past survive the winter, like annual dianthus almost every time, and sometimes snap dragons. Has anyone ever grown crossandra and had it survive the winter? I've also read that some folks bring them in the house over the winter. Since it's in such a large planter that would not be possible for me, unless I took it out of that planter and put it in something else. Would that even be possible? Most things I try to transplant that already have a root system that's spread out, unless they are perennial, do not survive afterward. Does crossandra have roots that are sensitive like that? I'd love to hear your thoughts about anything regarding this plant, really, even if you don't know the answer to my questions. There is so little about crossandra here, so I'd love to hear your stories if you have them! Thanks for your input. |
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- Posted by ken_adrian z5 (My Page) on Sun, Jul 7, 13 at 9:20
| when faced with said dilemma.. i would suggest rooting a few pieces.. and taking those inside for winter.. the link says its possible with stem cuttings ... and letting ma nature do what she will with the big one ... ken |
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| Trying to root a cutting is a good idea. Hopefully it roots pretty easily. I've not seen this plant before and I would hate to not have it again next year. If you see it somewhere and you're not sure about picking one up, I think you should! It's said to do well in heat and humidity, which has been true for me.It's my new favorite annual! |
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- Posted by flowergirl70ks 5/6KS (My Page) on Wed, Jul 17, 13 at 19:49
| I was given one of these 3 years ago when my husband passed away. I thought it was a house plant, so it has never been outside. It has never been out of bloom for 3 years. I have repotted it once. I don't see why you couldn't put it in a smaller pot so you could bring it in the house. |
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| Wow, thanks flowergirl! Three years blooming is pretty amazing! I just took a cutting two days ago, and it hasn't wilted yet at least. Time will tell if it will root. I'm crossing my fingers. I'll try potting it also... You've definitely made me rethink that possibility. It's so great to hear from someone else who has one. I wish they were more common, and I can't see why they're not. Especially now that you've said yours has bloomed for three years without stopping. I'm sure its really beautiful! |
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| Wow, thanks flowergirl! Three years blooming is pretty amazing! I just took a cutting two days ago, and it hasn't wilted yet at least. Time will tell if it will root. I'm crossing my fingers. I'll try potting it also... You've definitely made me rethink that possibility. It's so great to hear from someone else who has one. I wish they were more common, and I can't see why they're not. Especially now that you've said yours has bloomed for three years without stopping. I'm sure its really beautiful! |
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