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Crepe Myrtles

17 years ago

I've got sprouts!

This fall, I collected handfuls of seed pods from a white tree surrounded by other white trees. Not a pink tree in sight as far as I could see. The pods were just starting to crack open so I was worried about germination. All winter, they sat there closed up tight. I did manage to crush a few when I sowed them, hoping for the best. After our heat wave last week, all the pods flung themselves open and the seeds went everywhere in the container. I counted two sprouts this morning when I was putting out my marigolds. I also have red bush crepes that have germinated. I can't wait!

One sad note, I lost my {{gwi:363965}}. Not sure if it was the heat, the cold, or the neglect. If anyone has any seeds for a spiky amaranth (not love lies bleeding), I'm sure I have something I can trade you for them. Thanks!

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