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Old February 8th, 2010, 09:50 AM   #11
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i have never seen one shape like a teepee is it custom built? what about electrical wiring and water?

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Interesting shape. Show us more when it is filled up with plants.
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Old February 8th, 2010, 03:09 PM   #13
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i have never seen one shape like a teepee is it custom built? what about electrical wiring and water?
no wiring , will use an extension cord from the house and a watering hose..dont want to deal with having to get a construction permit
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Old February 8th, 2010, 05:23 PM   #14
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It is a nice start. Keep us updated.
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Old February 11th, 2010, 02:43 PM   #15
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Very nice! Post photos as it progresses.
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the pvc pipe was too unstable in the wind





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has a 1000 watt light which i will need until may or june....and turning into an intermediate house..more options
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You have to make sure that it is stable on very high windy days but it looks good!
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Thanks for the update it looks very nice! Is that a Paph lowii in bloom?
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