Sick Agave
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Sick Agave
Howdy Folks
I have a bunch of sick agave and yucca. See photo below.
Any ideas as to what I can do to help them?
Best Regards, Barefoot Ted
I have a bunch of sick agave and yucca. See photo below.
Any ideas as to what I can do to help them?
Best Regards, Barefoot Ted
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Ted,
They're not sick. They're just COLD. The recent below freezing temps in Southern California caused a number of plants that never show any damage from weather to take a pretty big hit.
Your plant will survive. I'd suggest waiting until the brownish parts of the leaves turn hard and then trim them off. the new leaves are protected within the bud that is constantly forming and they will come out with the same beautiful shape and color that you are used to seeing. This is a once in 10 or more year occurance, so hopefully we won't see damage to this extent for a long time.
They're not sick. They're just COLD. The recent below freezing temps in Southern California caused a number of plants that never show any damage from weather to take a pretty big hit.
Your plant will survive. I'd suggest waiting until the brownish parts of the leaves turn hard and then trim them off. the new leaves are protected within the bud that is constantly forming and they will come out with the same beautiful shape and color that you are used to seeing. This is a once in 10 or more year occurance, so hopefully we won't see damage to this extent for a long time.
Buck Hemenway
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Wow, is that it?
Are you having the same problems in Riverside?
BFT
Are you having the same problems in Riverside?
BFT
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Well, it is a relief to know the cause.
I also had some similar problems with some cactus, but other succulents and cactus fared better. Must depend on the species.
BFT
I also had some similar problems with some cactus, but other succulents and cactus fared better. Must depend on the species.
BFT
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It mostly depends on where their native habitat is. Tropicals and subtropicals that grow at or near sea level have the worst time of it. Plants that grow at 10,000 to 12,000 feet elevation in the Andes for example do well in the cold even though they may be native to the equator. Of course many of those will fry in very hot climates. Knowledge is key, that's why so many people hang out here.
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Yes, I totally agree. Being able to write to this forum and get answers is like having access to the memories of 100s of ancestors, even better, and no spirit journey required.
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Howdy
I have been lurking. My business and my running have been my passion over the last year.
Last year I went down to Chihuahua Mexico and ran with the Raramuri (Tarahumara) Indians. I learned about their huarache sandals and have learned how to make and run in them.
Last year included my participation in two 100 mile races along with a number of marathons and 50 mile races. Most were done barefoot or with Vibram FiveFingers barefoot shoes; however, I really like the new sandals that I am wearing. Very minimal, but very effective. The Raramuri are considered to be the greatest long-distance mountain runners in the world and it is the sandal they wear. The design in 1000s of years old, not like these big, cushioned, high-heeled orthotic boots people run in today.
Check out my Blog for lots of stories about running barefoot and otherwise... http://barefootted.com
Best Regards, Barefoot Ted
PS. Keep up the great work.
I have been lurking. My business and my running have been my passion over the last year.
Last year I went down to Chihuahua Mexico and ran with the Raramuri (Tarahumara) Indians. I learned about their huarache sandals and have learned how to make and run in them.
Last year included my participation in two 100 mile races along with a number of marathons and 50 mile races. Most were done barefoot or with Vibram FiveFingers barefoot shoes; however, I really like the new sandals that I am wearing. Very minimal, but very effective. The Raramuri are considered to be the greatest long-distance mountain runners in the world and it is the sandal they wear. The design in 1000s of years old, not like these big, cushioned, high-heeled orthotic boots people run in today.
Check out my Blog for lots of stories about running barefoot and otherwise... http://barefootted.com
Best Regards, Barefoot Ted
PS. Keep up the great work.
One foot at a time. One sole at a time. One hell of a good time.
Barefoot Ted's Adventures
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