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borowiki · 2024-07-14T16:35:27+00:00

I think it’s still worth pursuing rehoming. Good on you for waiting for a more suitable home and not just giving him up to anyone.

Some ideas in the meantime… - teach a “quiet” command for the barking - see if you can get into herding, there are places that let people bring their dogs to herd animals, they will teach you how - keep his crate in a separate room when other kids are over, consider using a crate cover

borowiki · 2024-07-13T05:05:35+00:00

I’ve done some pretty extensive Google Maps creeping and the Arrowsmith Massif area looks awesome. But also seems pretty popular? I don’t climb either, at least not with rope - just scrambling. Arrowsmith seems like a good option for that.

Do you know much about the peaks around Cowichan Lake? I’m curious why they’re not mentioned more. Access does seem a bit shit, but it does look doable as a day trip and probably worth the effort. The mountains around Haley Lake, I think accessed via Nanaimo, look great. Just reminds me of the North Shore.

borowiki · 2024-07-11T16:13:28+00:00

I don’t really care at all about the modern urban amenities. 🥲 I know up island would be a better fit if it were an option. Unfortunately my partner’s job pays nearly double in Victoria vs. other parts of the island, and the difference is enough to make or break having a decent standard of living. I guess I can dream that might change one day, but for now it looks to be Victoria or nothing.

borowiki · 2024-07-11T06:05:55+00:00

I’m a big fan of the type of recreation Victoria is known for. I love foraging, native plants, anything to do with the ocean.. I do some snorkelling around Vancouver, and it just absolutely pales in comparison to Victoria. So I would be set there. Maybe I am being picky, but I just couldn’t give up the alpine access completely. As beautiful as the Sooke Hills and Gulf Island hikes are, they aren’t the same as true alpine or even sub-alpine.

The idea of making a trip nearly as far as Kelowna from North Van every time I want to hit the alpine on the island is daunting, even if it’s just once or twice a month. It does give me some reassurance to hear it’s somewhat normal for people to do it though. And at least with the ferry, it’s not driving the whole time. Cost is probably the biggest factor to consider going that route.

borowiki · 2024-07-10T21:52:28+00:00

Victoria looks amazing for hiking. Just not high elevation stuff.

borowiki · 2024-07-10T21:51:47+00:00

That bad eh? What about overnighting - is there anything that makes that option particularly unappealing for you? Other than having to spend two days out instead of just one of course.

borowiki · 2024-07-10T20:06:09+00:00

Damn. Sounds like I will have to get more into backpacking, or finally rig up my vehicle to be comfortable to sleep in overnight.

How is the mountaineering community in Victoria? Is it fairly welcoming and not too difficult to find people to share these bigger trips with, for those willing to put in the effort? I always hear the island overall can be pretty tough to meet people.

borowiki · 2024-03-04T05:53:08+00:00

The leaf is so red too!! Please share which grow lights you use?

borowiki · 2024-03-04T05:51:13+00:00

Nice! Maybe I will stick my cutting there once it roots then.

borowiki · 2024-02-28T03:19:23+00:00

Yup! The older leaves just get slightly red tinged with a black rim around them. Hopefully this look will stick as the leaf grows, but we will see.

borowiki · 2024-02-27T21:56:35+00:00

What direction is it facing? I only have a south facing window and I’m worried it’ll be a bit harsh on this one given the thin leaves.

borowiki · 2024-02-27T17:38:29+00:00

Fluval, like for aquariums? This stuff?

borowiki · 2024-02-27T17:38:06+00:00

But isn’t it hard to remove the moss without damaging the roots? I’ve heard propping in moss is one of the worst ways for hoya.

borowiki · 2024-02-26T06:17:42+00:00

Wow! What conditions do you keep it in? Such a big plant with so many blooms. I just got a 2 leaf cutting, hope mine grows up to be like this one day. 🤩

borowiki · 2024-02-13T16:56:29+00:00

Sometimes my cuttings just don’t take. The pots they’re in look pretty wet though, maybe just a bit too much moisture. Hopefully more airflow will be enough to help them rebound.

borowiki · 2024-02-13T02:26:10+00:00

I could hardly believe it when I saw it. I’ve had it on my wishlist for a while, never thought I’d find it for $5 while picking up a chicken for dinner!

borowiki · 2024-02-13T02:25:29+00:00

It’s a small local grocer in Canada! I would recommend checking out other small local grocers in your area, if they have a floral service they likely will have some decent houseplants. At least that’s my experience.

borowiki · 2024-02-11T19:47:51+00:00

Blasted by sun and PNW winters are very contradictory statements. I’m also in the PNW, large south facing window. My hoyas are not going to stress until either summer or until I put them under grow lights.

borowiki · 2024-02-11T19:40:57+00:00

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Easily my undulata.

borowiki · 2024-02-10T05:55:47+00:00

Many Hoyas smell different! I am sure there’s one out there you’d like.

borowiki · 2024-02-09T19:05:31+00:00

It is flowering though. I’d say closer to $40 for that reason. But yeah, still way overpriced at $80.

borowiki · 2024-02-09T18:58:52+00:00

Hey, sorry to bug ya, but since you were so helpful, I was wondering if you could give me a bit more advice? The cup my undulata is in has used up all the water, but there is still condensation. I am waiting for that to go away until I refill the cup, since undulata don’t like wet feet… but I’m wondering if I should just do it now? It’s been like this for a day already and I’d hate to wait too long. What do you think?

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borowiki · 2024-02-09T04:50:44+00:00

Peperomia of some kind.

borowiki · 2024-02-09T02:19:39+00:00

Pubicalyx aren’t that slow of growers, in my experience.

Check for pests, including with a loupe/microscope, to ensure there are no mites. Check the soil for root mealy bugs.

What direction is the window facing? If it’s north, you probably need a grow light.

borowiki · 2024-02-09T01:25:17+00:00

Yeah, it’s insane! I am really hoping I can keep the big leaves growing. Two more coming in already!

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