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18 years ago

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kentuck_8b
18 years ago
Very nice shot! I like those photos with the dark in the background.

Show us a pic of the hibiscus flower after it opens, I'm curious to see what it looks like.

Kt
epaoshaguy
Original Author
18 years ago
Here is the next morning.
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When you mention that your seed pods are fuzzy that got me wondering. I would normally describe holly hock seeds as disc shaped almost like they are layered. I provided a site below that has alcea, hollyhock seed pod, seeds, and seedling. You will find the hollyhock in the second column. When you sow them is up to you but no you do not have to sow them now. Storage is simple, a properly dried seed can be stored in many ways. To dry the seed I would lay them flat on an open surface, on a paper towel or a paper plate. Layering them singly. I would probably allow them to dry a few days to a week maybe even 2. Once they are dry then you can store them how you want. Some store their seeds in the fridge some just use an envelope and put in a drawer. As long as the seeds are not stored in constant temperature fluctuations and not in extreme heat I think you should be ok. If you are going to plant them soon it is not like you should store them in the fridge or freezer. Though if you do not plan to use them for about 5 years I may say toss them in the fridge or freezer (I usually have more room in my freezer) once they are completely dry. My rule of thumb when planting any seed, is to plant as deep as it is wide. Seeds like poppy or other tiny seeds I do not even bother to cover those. I just toss and press. I hope that helps!!
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Okay I'm just learning about these Hibiscus. I have a few but don't know if they are the variety rosa-sinensis. I would like cuttings of EVERYTHING you mentioned. I have a violet hibiscus Pink hibiscus Dbl Pink, these are all the kind that have leaves that are sorta scalloped and get woody, they are hardy here in NC. I have some other Hibiscus but they are REAL hard (for me) to start from cuttings. Luna Pink (only grows 2 1/2-3') Luna ruby Red (only grows 2 1/2-3') Brandy Punch Let me Know if we can trade Thank you Sharon Cash Zone 7
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The base.
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lindajewell
18 years ago
Both pictures are really nice. I love the dark leaves and then the eye pop with the bud..........and the open flower picture really shows every detail. Very nice. Now I have to start learning to use my camera so I can maybe some day take great pictures..........although this is a picture I took to capture the water drops on one of my daylilies....I think it turned out okay........

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kentuck_8b
18 years ago
Very nice! A beautiful hibiscus and also a great looking daylily, Linda.

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epaoshaguy
Original Author
18 years ago
linda..your shot is great..I'm still learning as well..I'm a jack of all trades, master of nothing....at least with digital, you can take 300 pics at a time, for nothing more than your time and a little battery use....so click away!!!

What camera are you using?
lindajewell
18 years ago
epaoshaguy, I am not using a fancy camera, just a Canon Power Shot SX100 IS. I still don't understand all the settings and get confused trying to read the manual cause ya have to keep flippin' back and forth between different pages, maybe I am just gettin' too old! LOL!!
Hmmm, wonder if there is a dummy book to teach me how to use it? LOL
What camera do you use?
epaoshaguy
Original Author
18 years ago
Hi linda...I have a Nikon D40x with an 18x55 lens and 55x200 zoom lens. The 200 is a fairly slow lens, so I have to bump the iso setting in lower light, resulting in a grainer picture...at any rate its a far better camera than I'm able to utilize....but I'm still learning. I have no doubt that a course on basic photography, use of light and such would make a huge difference...until then, I'll just keep shooting and playing around....
juanital
18 years ago
Nice ones both of you...The hibiscus is beautiful opened!

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