Thursday, December 25, 2025
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Does Anyone Know These People or Vehicle?
Yes, our cameras work! We have 6 videos
on what they were doing. The east resident
from our home also have cameras so they
too should have video of them in their pink
recycle bin.
This is what we caught on our cameras
12/9/2025-2:50 am to 3:29 am, then
headed north into Westmoor 2 when
leaving our area.
As we watch this vehicle cruise the
hood before coming down to go though
recycle bins. Sorry no recycle bottles,
cans or pop bottles will be found in
our recycle bin.
Yes, this was reported. We will be
turning on the sirens that come with
our cameras.
of recyclables (or solid waste) is against
the law. A person must ask the homeowner
for permission before removing recyclables
from a container. If you see someone taking
recyclables, please call 3-1-1 and report it
as a "theft of recyclables." If the person
is using a vehicle, please write down the
license plate number and a description
of the vehicle. Always exercise caution
and consider your personal safety. Do not
confront the individual.
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Saturday, January 28, 2023
Brugmansia/Datura/Iochroma
I know that the original post was done long
ago and have had some folks request that I
update this. It's just general information for
those that grow them. I have been growing
them since 1995 and there is more I can add.
I will say this, one needs to find their own
path and experience these lovely ladies of
the night to understand what they are all
about. Pointers were few and far between
when I first started out with these. I do
thank those that helped me along my path.
The key is education and knowledge in
what you grow. Each garden is different,
so each gardener is different.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Brugmansia/Datura/Iochroma Update
I have had several folks ask me to
update this post due to the old one
was one of our earlier posts. Alot
has gone on since that post and
folks have asked for my secrets
when growing them.
It has been a passion to learn about
when growing them.
It has been a passion to learn about
these lovely ladies of the night and
if you don't have this passion it
makes it hard to understand them.
With that stated, every gardener is
different and when you see what one
person does with them it can take
your breath away.
I hope get to this soon as we hit
the busy season it might be awhile.
I tend to disappear as I spend most
With that stated, every gardener is
different and when you see what one
person does with them it can take
your breath away.
I hope get to this soon as we hit
the busy season it might be awhile.
I tend to disappear as I spend most
of my day outside.
As some of you know I have joined
As some of you know I have joined
a couple FB groups and ya know I
just try to help the new folks as much
as I can but it's getting to the point,
I truly understand why folks don't
help others. I swore when I started
help others. I swore when I started
growing these lovely ladies of the
night I would try to help others as
it was a total pain to get information
that could be helpful. I had a couple
that could be helpful. I had a couple
folks that stepped up and with their
push I was able to make sense of their
growing habits. The key that one gave
me it to watch and learn. The more you
watch them the more your will learn.
You need to figure out what they are
telling you. No on lives in the perfect
environment that these live in naturally
unless you live in that area. So to have
them adapt to the conditions you have and
to get them to bloom can be a challenge.
A lot has changed since when we started
to get them to bloom can be a challenge.
A lot has changed since when we started
and some of the rules have changed but
there are some rules that were passed
along that should be used first. Don't
grab the harsh chemicals to treat your Brugs
before trying some simple treatments
before trying some simple treatments
first. Pay attention and daily look
them over. These plants are not the
easiest to care for so know what you are
dealing with up front. They carry a
dealing with up front. They carry a
virus that you want to stay dormant
or you will see them go down hill fast.
So always clean your tools. If you
don't the virus will spread like wildfire.
Know what disease that these are
acceptable to. Keep some cousins at
distance as they say this will help
distance as they say this will help
keep the virus at bay. Yes, this virus
can take out a collection and you won't
be able to grow them at a later date.
I have seen and heard of this happening.
These are trees and shrubs, so their growing
These are trees and shrubs, so their growing
conditions should be in the ground or in pots.
NO Hanging Baskets!!
Yes, you heard that right! Nurseries will do
Yes, you heard that right! Nurseries will do
just about anything to sell a plant. But
common sense is do you see them in the
wild in hanging baskets? Do what is in
wild in hanging baskets? Do what is in
the best interest of the species. If you
want a hanging basket find plants that
are suitable for the said hanging basket.
are suitable for the said hanging basket.
I just shake my head when I see them
and wonder what is wrong with this person.
But again why do folks try this stuff??
But again why do folks try this stuff??
Is the money that important or is the
plant important? It's also like growing
several colors together in one pot, please
each color has a different growing condition
so do you honestly think it's going to work?
Do you know how much work it takes to
make this work in one pot and what happens
when one plant dies? I'll tell you it's not a pretty
picture. I did this to prove a point and it's
picture. I did this to prove a point and it's
more work than the average person can handle.
The main key here is to keep the Brugmansia
The main key here is to keep the Brugmansia
healthy! Know the growing conditions, don't
over feed them!! I know you have heard that
you can't over feed them, wrong!! You can
push them to death!! My general rule that
I tell folks is fertilize them on Sunday, which is
easy for some to remember. So many times
easy for some to remember. So many times
I hear I have seen what you do but can't get
ours to do it. I have had years of experience
with them and these are new to you?
Growing from seeds, is the best way to learn.
with them and these are new to you?
Growing from seeds, is the best way to learn.
That way you can see how they grow. Slowly
bump up the pots once the roots come out the
bottom. Also we do not push new seedlings
bottom. Also we do not push new seedlings
until they are a year old. This makes for a
better plant. Also growing by seed, you can
then name them!! Warning, give them a
number while you grow. Record how they
grow and keep track of what you do. Also
grow and keep track of what you do. Also
keep track of the Hybridizer and what crosses
were made if you plan to register. You are
the Brug Parent, some will ask you to test
the seeds and you have the information to
pass back to the hybridizer. If you purchased
the seeds their is few conditions that the hybridizer
can request of you.
But so many folks want that instant 'Pretty'
can request of you.
But so many folks want that instant 'Pretty'
and then loose interest. These need care to
grow into gentle giants that you can stand
up under and enjoy the blooms as you look
upwards. So many folks just toss them
after the one growing season. Which is so sad!
You must be patient with plants, they grow
You must be patient with plants, they grow
when they are cared for. Don't put them in
huge pots until they are ready. These ladies
love to be root bound and save your backs.
I have had some in 5 gallon pots for years.
Yes you can shave off roots it they get to
root bound and they will love you for it, if
done right. We also keep our in pickle
buckets for a reason, easy to put on a dolly
to move and easy to store.
to move and easy to store.
Again I have walked away from the groups,
just find I'm way to busy and need to spend
time with the plants. Just got to do what I
enjoy more.
Thursday, January 2, 2020
Information For Those New To Brugmansias
I have been asked to help a few new folks get started with Brugmansia.
Cuttings:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/683843524653941990/?lp=true
We have found this is the best way to start cuttings as you can watch them grow
and monitor the watering. You don't want to keep the cutting to wet or dry out
to much. Yes, you can start them in water. But word to the w ise, when the nubs
start, it's best to get them into soil for a better plant. We have found the smaller
plastic bottles work best as a cutting is small and will take off easier if not a lot
of soil. When one doesn't have space one will find ways to grow what one wants.
Each gardener is different so find the path that works for you.
Starting Seeds:
Brugmansia seeds need a 24 to 48 hours soaking period in warm water, unless they
are fresh seeds. Fresh seeds have a thinner coat and you can damage the seed inside.
The outside seed coat will turn harder when not fresh so soaking helps to remove the
outer coat. I tell folks to soak their seeds (karma's cocktail is on teaspoon of rubbing
alcohol per 12 ounce of warm water) which really helps this process. We place the
containers of water up on the refrigerator where it's warmer. If you soak over 24 hours
you may want to change the water if it gets cloudy.
If you plant fresh seeds direct you will risk damage to the plant if the outer coat get stuck on the
plant and you have to cut it away. Plant the seeds in small starter pots to start or
small starter cells if starting in flats. You don't want large pots where they are lost in
the dirt. Once you get the hang of planting seeds and they grow them, you can try
different methods. I know some folks will put seeds on damp paper towels in plastic
bags to start but the sooner you can get them into soil, the better off the plant will be.
We here plant the seeds about 1/4 inch deep into the soil. Lightly water and set in a
warm sunny spot.
You can also use the bottle method above to start your seeds in.
We have a post on what was harvested last year in the lines of seeds, November 18, 2019.
I do have several Brugmansia seeds from 2018 that are mixed in what we grow.
Datura seeds also should be soaked in the same manner but there is no hard coat to peal off.
Current seed listing on these was posted Oct.4, 2018. Datura seeds have a 30 year shelf life
plus some need to have a cool chill before starting. They require at least temps in the 70s and
full sunshine! Min fertilizing if planted in the ground with good soil. Added to the list 3 seedpods of D. metal var fastuosa from last year's single plant. 3/1/2020 all our Brugmansia seeds are not planted and coming up! If you would like a seedling let me know.
You can go back to some of our older posts also to read about this method. June 19, 2019
Cuttings:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/683843524653941990/?lp=true
We have found this is the best way to start cuttings as you can watch them grow
and monitor the watering. You don't want to keep the cutting to wet or dry out
to much. Yes, you can start them in water. But word to the w ise, when the nubs
start, it's best to get them into soil for a better plant. We have found the smaller
plastic bottles work best as a cutting is small and will take off easier if not a lot
of soil. When one doesn't have space one will find ways to grow what one wants.
Each gardener is different so find the path that works for you.
Starting Seeds:
Brugmansia seeds need a 24 to 48 hours soaking period in warm water, unless they
are fresh seeds. Fresh seeds have a thinner coat and you can damage the seed inside.
The outside seed coat will turn harder when not fresh so soaking helps to remove the
outer coat. I tell folks to soak their seeds (karma's cocktail is on teaspoon of rubbing
alcohol per 12 ounce of warm water) which really helps this process. We place the
containers of water up on the refrigerator where it's warmer. If you soak over 24 hours
you may want to change the water if it gets cloudy.
If you plant fresh seeds direct you will risk damage to the plant if the outer coat get stuck on the
plant and you have to cut it away. Plant the seeds in small starter pots to start or
small starter cells if starting in flats. You don't want large pots where they are lost in
the dirt. Once you get the hang of planting seeds and they grow them, you can try
different methods. I know some folks will put seeds on damp paper towels in plastic
bags to start but the sooner you can get them into soil, the better off the plant will be.
We here plant the seeds about 1/4 inch deep into the soil. Lightly water and set in a
warm sunny spot.
You can also use the bottle method above to start your seeds in.
We have a post on what was harvested last year in the lines of seeds, November 18, 2019.
I do have several Brugmansia seeds from 2018 that are mixed in what we grow.
Datura seeds also should be soaked in the same manner but there is no hard coat to peal off.
Current seed listing on these was posted Oct.4, 2018. Datura seeds have a 30 year shelf life
plus some need to have a cool chill before starting. They require at least temps in the 70s and
full sunshine! Min fertilizing if planted in the ground with good soil. Added to the list 3 seedpods of D. metal var fastuosa from last year's single plant. 3/1/2020 all our Brugmansia seeds are not planted and coming up! If you would like a seedling let me know.
You can go back to some of our older posts also to read about this method. June 19, 2019
Monday, September 23, 2019
Brugmansia
Brugmansia and Datura
Angel's Trumpets and Thorn Apples
By Ulrike and Hans Georg Preissel
Is the best reference book!! There are groups out there to join if you think you want to.
There is information online at these groups and one should know the top growers if one
really wants to grow these. I don't do the political things when it comes to plants. Yes,
I have joined some of these groups but feel it's not for me. Each gardener is different and
one needs to find what works for you.
Be forewarned these are toxic!! Respect them and you will be safe. They can cause death!!
I have been asked this past week to do a step by step detail of growing Brugmansias
as some folks are needing some advice. We have covered a lot of what we do here
in the past posts and hope folks will take some time to read old posts. We do not have a degree in hort and do things that are frowned upon by some, but they work!! So as time permits after
I get the plants put away I'll try to do a month by month what we do here to help new
growers.
Right now one shouldn't be fertilizing and allowing the plants to get ready for a restful winter!!
Sept 1 to Sept. 15 is cut off time for fertilizing. Oct. 1 to 15th is time to bring them in.
More to come...........
Angel's Trumpets and Thorn Apples
By Ulrike and Hans Georg Preissel
Is the best reference book!! There are groups out there to join if you think you want to.
There is information online at these groups and one should know the top growers if one
really wants to grow these. I don't do the political things when it comes to plants. Yes,
I have joined some of these groups but feel it's not for me. Each gardener is different and
one needs to find what works for you.
Be forewarned these are toxic!! Respect them and you will be safe. They can cause death!!
I have been asked this past week to do a step by step detail of growing Brugmansias
as some folks are needing some advice. We have covered a lot of what we do here
in the past posts and hope folks will take some time to read old posts. We do not have a degree in hort and do things that are frowned upon by some, but they work!! So as time permits after
I get the plants put away I'll try to do a month by month what we do here to help new
growers.
Right now one shouldn't be fertilizing and allowing the plants to get ready for a restful winter!!
Sept 1 to Sept. 15 is cut off time for fertilizing. Oct. 1 to 15th is time to bring them in.
More to come...........
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