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Moonshiner · 11-15-2011, 12:22 AM

I received 2 basjoos in mid August. They were planted and have grown nicely to about 2 feet tall with nice sturdy stalks about 1.5" in diameter. I was going to go with protecting the entire p-stem, then mulching and surrounding with bags for the winter.

Am I wasting my time with these immature little guys? Should I just cut off the p-stem a few inches from the ground and then just mulch/protect the ground? Or would you try to save as much as possible, even though it wont add that much height to the plant next year?

Love seeing all the winterizing posts. From SaltyDad's amazing new indoor decor to Bob's NJ endeavors. Anything is possible.

11-15-2011, 12:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
Moonshiner Moonshiner's Photo Gallery Location: Libertytown, MD Find me on the map! Zone: 6-7 Name: Mike Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 83 BananaBucks : 26,684 Feedback: 0 / 0% Said "Thanks" 39 Times Was Thanked 79 Times in 37 Posts Said "Welcome to Bananas" 26 Times	First year Basjoos. Cut 'em or keep 'em? I received 2 basjoos in mid August. They were planted and have grown nicely to about 2 feet tall with nice sturdy stalks about 1.5" in diameter. I was going to go with protecting the entire p-stem, then mulching and surrounding with bags for the winter. Am I wasting my time with these immature little guys? Should I just cut off the p-stem a few inches from the ground and then just mulch/protect the ground? Or would you try to save as much as possible, even though it wont add that much height to the plant next year? Love seeing all the winterizing posts. From SaltyDad's amazing new indoor decor to Bob's NJ endeavors. Anything is possible. __________________ Mike