I grew a Baobob (Adansonia Digitata) from seed in the spring. I brought it in for the winter about 1 month ago. Afew days latter it started losing its leaves now it’s completely bare. It seems to be healthy other than that, Its about 1 foot high, no bugs, the stem is still a bright green. I thought baobobs were evergreen, was I misinformed?

Your Baobob should be alright. I believe it to be deciduous, so just hang tight until spring. Also, it shouldn't want much water during this inactive period. I bought a pack well over a year ago, and was surprised at how easily they sprout.

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flying miles

Hey guys.. Please tell me how to get them started....I have some seeds..and don't have a clue..
thanks Jody

Hi Jody
I found them very easy to start. I soaked my seeds for 24 hours then planted in normal potting soil and gave them some bottom heat. ( I used a heating pad but the top of a refrigerator works well. )
All my seeds had germinated within a week.

Julie

Hi Julie. Thanks For the info.. I have bottom heat. Did your seeds look like caked flour balls? Are these bad or good?I would love to get them started....thanks so much for the info....Jody

I'm not sure what you meen,I'll e-mail you a picture (I can't figure out how to add one to my post)
Julie

Baobabs aren't evergreen and you should avoid watering them at all during there dormant period becuase they are extremely susceptible to root rot.

Thanks, I know that now. I treated it the same way I treat my cacti, with-holding water completely for the winter and giving it a cooler temp. Its looking grate this spring. Lots of healthy new leaves and growth

Julie