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Old 06-18-2011, 06:20 PM
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First bloomed seedling. This was a free gift 4 years ago in a 2" pot. I was hoping for wider petals but I am not too disappointed with its 2 6" flowers. The fragrance is quite strong. It's almost overpowering if you get too close.
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Old 06-18-2011, 06:51 PM
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Very pretty flower! Well done! Good growing she's looks extremely healthy!
hopefully I will one day get my Cats to flower like this in S/H..I am at the moment trying on a noid....
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Just beautiful! Congrats!
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That's just gorgeous! Love the colour.
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Old 06-19-2011, 12:30 AM
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Me likey!
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Stunning, love the colors.
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Thanks for the comments gals!

Nenella, For me catts in S/H is the only way to grow.
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Old 06-19-2011, 10:54 AM
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I love it!!! Very pretty. TFS!
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Gorgeous! good growing!
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Old 06-20-2011, 11:07 PM
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Thanks for the comments M & WhiteRabbit.
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