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Old 07-27-2008, 01:57 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Default Re: Overwintering

I would just chop the leaves when they get burnt and let it go to it's semi-dormant state for winter unless you build a GH around them. Keep in mind that once the temps go below 57 the nana stops growing. I think your fighting a loosing battle. Maybe you should pot em up and just bring them in when it's cold. My opinion.
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One thing I read that I have been pondering is someone said they use the large C-9 size Christmas tree light strings and wrap the trunks before covering the tree in a cold snap. I do not know if that would burn the leaves or not without seeing an actual picture but it would produce some sort of heat source.
Buzz. You're in Z5. The leaves are a lost cause, chop em. Cut the stem at 18" (or however much you wanna save) Build a cage around it, fill it with leaves, and then cover with DOUBLE plastic. It's that easy. Basjoo's are VERY HARDY.
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