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  1. catztail

    catztail Crazy Cat Lady

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    Here are a couple pics of my 3 cannas and I am just wondering if there might be something wrong with them as they look pretty pathetic and are growing very slowly. Any ideas anyone?
     
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    If they were out over winter then I wouldnt expect them to be doing much yet anyway. Its hard to tell from the photos but are there any blotches (look at the leaves against the light) to see if there are any damaged cells, as you may have canna virus. Most cannas from DIY sheds etc are virused.
     
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    I wouldn't expect them to be any bigger if kept outside either.
     
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    Typical Me then just being impatient. lol I banished them from the patio and had a good look at them and can't tell much except that the slugs have had a good munch on the biggest one. I found a couple of the boogers under one of the pots and got my BBQ skewer out. I can be quite sadistic when it comes to slugs and snails LOL. Anyway those two won't be a problem anymore. As far as them having a virus, haven't got a clue. Will just have to wait till they get a bit bigger and see how they do. Thanks Strongy and Gaz for the advice!
     
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