Sunday, May 2, 2010

It's Opening!





After spending three hours in the greenhouse this morning, the Titan did not look any different than the previous day. I thought it would not go today but maybe tomorrow or the next day. When I came back in at 3 p.m. I found out I was wrong in my guess. Well, maybe when the other 3 bloom I can make better guesses.

The greenhouse is now open and will be until late tonight for anyone that wants to stop by and see it.

5 comments:

  1. This is so intresting. I seen this in the Peoria Journal Star. I have been loggin several times a day and much to my surprise it has opened. It sounds silly but I was excited about it. Since seeing this I have researched it alot and I am fascinated about it. I wish I lived closer cause I would for sure come and witness this amazing plant opening. I can say I am also curious about the smell.lol Thank you for continuing to put up pics for us who can't see it in person can witness this also. THANKS!!!!

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  2. Hope you can answer this question, Jeff. Does the Titan stay open longer in its native habitat? Thank you.

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  3. J.Windsor Said...

    Mr Hillyer this was great to watch over the past few days, too bad that the bloom only last a few hours, after everything it took for you to grow it. Pictures were great too. Looking forward to your next adventure. You've gone a long way from Beck's.

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  4. I also grow a flower that blooms only 1 or maybe 2 days and smells like rotten meat. It blooms every year and is getting to be a very large plant. I would like to contact you to see if you could tell me what kind of plant it is.

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  5. I believe, in it's native habitat, the Titan does not stay open any longer than those cultivated.

    J. Windsor...ah yes Beck's, what a place. Good to hear from you. If you get a chance, send me an email some time

    Kathy...Send a picture by email or bring a sample to the greenhouse and I'll be more than happy to help.

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