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Old 11-18-2012, 05:56 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Default Re: Here's what happens if you don't remove pups

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Originally Posted by PR-Giants View Post
Mitchel, I don't know the depth that you used or even if it will make a difference but I only have about 2"-3" of sand covering the material and it feels like you're walking on a mattress.
Posting a photo of my ground will not be of much use, but I do have photos of an above ground technique which is basically identical except for the fact it is vertical and not horizontal.
I have been able to grow the roots taller than the tops of the leaves, a little crazy but I was curious.
I placed the shredded/chopped bananas on top of clay soil that had been amended with composted material for several years. Even after all that amending it's still hard packed clay just a few feet down so it can only handle just so much water, especially being on relatively flat ground where there is little runoff. Add some cold temps and you have a real mess on your hands!

As for feeder roots are you talking about the bright furry white ones just under the surface of the soil or compost?
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