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The first of the garlic is in! This is the variety called Armenian, and is a large hardneck type with 4-5 cloves per bulb. I estimate the harvest to be about 400lbs. I planted 80lbs of seed back in October, so the yield was about what I had expected.

Wednesday, September 16, 2009. African Oddity - Quite an attractive platycerium that produces pups easily. This African cultivar is very seasonal in its growth, often not initiating growth until summer. It is much easier to grow.

Saturday, July 4, 2009. The first Alcicorne California I purchased was from Paul Isley in July 2005. I received another from Tony Barrett in June of 2006. In a conversation with Charles, he said that he has had his sire for over 23 years. At one time, Alcicorne was used.

Monday, June 15, 2009. hillii cultivar with wide, few fingered fertile fronds. This staghorn fern can take temperatures from 40 to 90 degrees - they are kept outside year long. This cultivar prefers morning light or a dappled light all day with a mild breeze. These particular ferns are from a sire that was originally owned by Charles de France.