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That's what I figured, joclyn.... I do stuff like that all the time!

I have only had limited success with AVs in the past, but thought I'd try again now that I live in a much sunnier house. I have an eastern facing window and - despite a plastic pot, originally coming from Walmart, and not having special AV soil or fertilizers - this one is amazing. It started out in a 3" pot and is now in a 10" pot. The secret....Milk! My sister told me about an old wives' tale that she read about, where you rinse old milk containers and use that in your plants, and it's made a HUGE difference in this AV.

I'm not hugely successful at house plants (but you should see my garden!), so I'm especially pleased with this easy way to feed the AV.

[img]http://picasaweb.google.com/caworthy/AV/photo#4981598458789953554[/img]

Thanks for sharing this interesting tip!
I've never been very successful with AV's, except for one I inherited from my great aunt when I was a kid. Unfortunately, my mom managed to kill that one when I was away at college...

How long did it take to get that AV from 3-10 inches?!?
I can't even imagine! That's so terrific!

If you've read my welcome in your post - we are actually neighbors! I know that WalMart well! Can't say I love it, but I do get some good deals there.

Whoa that is a lovely idea if it works....

I plant to try the old wife tail..
ha ha

Might have to tame the tale??

Thanks for sharing .

dodge