Re: Help! Bloom Out

Well, I would not dig it up.
There is some thought that an active meristem (the point from which the flower stalk emerges) may produce an enzyme that retards the production of additional increases.
If this is true then perhaps after blooming (and the meristem becomes less active) the plant will produce more increases. Another alternative might be to cut one stalk off being sure to cut off the bulge where the stem forms. That might encourage increase. YOu would want to make sure that the cut stays exposed to air so it can dry and form a seal so no disease gets in there. 
Best of luck,

John

On Apr 30, 2007, at 8:03 AM, thomas silvers wrote:


I did a quick search through the archives but am
having trouble finding an answer.
I have a very-valued [to me] seedling that is going to
bloom for the first time soon. (It's a wide-cross
tectorum X bearded -- very difficult to make in the
first place) Trouble is, all three fans are putting up
stalks and there are no visible increases. I'm afraid
it's going to "bloom out". Is there any way I can save
this one?

I'm considering digging up the least-developed fan and
surgically removing the flower stalk, and replanting.
Maybe that would encourage it to form some increases
instead?????

Welcoming any thoughts or suggestions!
Thanks, Tom
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