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Moving Our Mature Pachypodium lamerei Out for Spring

In this video, we’re moving large Pachypodium lamerei out of the greenhouse now that the weather is finally warming up. After spending the winter protected indoors, it’s time to transition them back outside—but it’s not as simple as it sounds. These plants are awkward, heavy, and covered in sharp spines, which makes handling them a challenge. One wrong move and you’ll definitely feel it. What seems straightforward quickly turns into a careful balancing act. Pachypodium lamerei are native to Madagascar, where they grow in warm, arid conditions with strong sunlight and well-draining soils. In their natural habitat, they can reach impressive heights and develop thick, water-storing trunks to withstand long dry periods. Because of that, they’re not built to handle cold or freezing temperatures. When exposed to frost, the water stored inside the plant can freeze, causing cellular damage that often leads to rot, collapse, or permanent structural damage. Even extended periods of cold, damp conditions can stress the plant and make it more vulnerable to disease. That’s why we bring these into the greenhouse for the winter—especially at this size, where they’re not only more difficult to move, but also a much bigger loss if something goes wrong. These larger specimens, reaching 7-12 feet tall with branching growth, take years to develop, so protecting them through the colder months is critical. Moving them back out in spring is part of the cycle, but as you can see, it’s not always the easiest task. If you grow Pachypodium or other cold-sensitive plants, you know how important it is to balance protection with giving them the conditions they thrive in. 🌵 Thanks for following along.