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Yacon (also Sunroot) 27 Dec, Robyn (Australia - temperate climate)
I am looking too buy yacon plant
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Tomato 27 Dec, Tom (Australia - temperate climate)
Some of my tomato plants have curly leaves. What can I do?
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Tomato 30 Dec, Phil (Australia - temperate climate)
You dont say much about your particular situaion, and I'm no expert. I had a similar issue with a potted Patio Prize but it was before I had whitefly/thrip. While I was watering it was hitting the leaves, and I think I overused tomato dust. The leaves not only curled, but they also went thick and felt waxy. Plant growth stunted and the small amount of fruit were really acidic tasting too (symptom of inefficient leaves). You should be able to rescue this plant by mulching and only watering the ground under the plant. Trim the worst couple of leaves/branches off every 5-7 days, continue as new growth takes hold. Google an appropriate fertiliser, i cant comment on that yet. New growth should take, but of course they then become a rich target for pests, enter my white fly problem as well. Gentle spray with confidor and rehash the sticky paper similar to the previous post. I'm not skilled enough to go chemical free yet.
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Tomato 28 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Sorry to hear about your tomato leaves curling. This can sometimes occur with variable weather, hot, cold, windy, but is more likely to be a virus transmitted by whitefly. Tose pesky little insects that swarm on beans, tomatoes,etc. They lift off when disturbed and then land again fairly quickly. They can be controlled by smearing vaseline on yellow cardboard or plastic; they like the bright colour. Check your state department of agriculture website, they have more information. Sorry I haven't been a lot of help.
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 26 Dec, Deborah Hall (Australia - arid climate)
Hi I live near Port Macquarie NSW Can I purchase a yarcon plant close to me?
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 28 Dec, Gillian Gibbs (Australia - temperate climate)
Hi Deborah We have yacon growing up near you in Allgomera you are welcome to get some from us. Email me to let me know thanks. Gillian
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 27 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Green Harvest at Maleny 4557 Qld has yacon for sale.
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 25 Dec, Lavinia Lloyd (Australia - temperate climate)
I live at Goonellabah NSW. Is there anywhere close to me wear i can buy the plant or cutting ?
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 27 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Green Harvest at Maleny 4557 Qld hs yacon for sale.
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Rhubarb 24 Dec, Lorrainr (Australia - temperate climate)
Does the crown need to be kept covered?
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Rhubarb 26 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Rhubarb likes plenty of moisture. Covering up to the neck of the crown with soil or mulch would be beneficial. Trust this helps.
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 24 Dec, Rose de Kook (Australia - temperate climate)
Hi I'm in Geelong and want to know where to buy these plants and if it can grow in Geelong
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 27 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
I have grown yacon in Victoria. It is available from Green Harvest at Maleny in Queensland.
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Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry ) 23 Dec, Noni (Australia - temperate climate)
I have a cape gooseberry bush growing in a pot. Should I prune it at some stage, it is very straggly.
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Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry ) 24 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Cape Gooseberry can be cut back. Remove all spindly, twiggy growth to a main stem then shorten the main stems back to the size you want the plant. You would normally do this in the spring before the main growing period to maximise yield but some judicious pruning now won't hurt. Trust this helps.
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Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) 22 Dec, Melvyn Andrews (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
For the last three years I have failed in growing tomatoes. Despite spraying with recommended spray the worms/grubs get them. Last year I got one good one out of about 2 Kg. So this next year I am going to try Eggplant and Zucchini. Am I too late to plant now? What type of decease do they attract? If so,what can i do? Thanks from Sydney
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Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) 23 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
The grubs attacking your tomatoes will be fruit fly. They attack any fruit, including citrus. you could completely cover your plants with flywire or tuille netting
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Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) 24 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Eggplant are probably also susceptible to fruit fly so cover them as you would tomatoes. I've not heard of fruit fly on zucchinis and they are heavy yielders of versatile fruit so they may be a good option. Trust this helps.
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Horseradish 22 Dec, Pat (Australia - temperate climate)
When should I harvest my horseradish ? Very leafy i its own raised bed and looking real healthy
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Horseradish 24 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Horseradish would normally be harvested in the winter when it is dormant but there is no reason why you couldn't dig down beside the plant and raid a few root pieces. the plant is almost indestructable and any small pieces of root left in the ground will grow. keep the manure, water and mulch up for good quality roots. trust this helps.
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Asparagus 21 Dec, Pam Neasham (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can I buy asparagus crowns.. My late husband grew such large crops we used to give them away. I have down-sized since his death leaving my plants behind and would now like to grow some again.
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Asparagus 24 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
In Australia asparagus crowns are normally available from nurseries in the winter months as bare-rooted crowns. berry plants, rhubarb and fruit trees are available at the same time. It is not difficult to grow from seed, you will just have to wait another season before you can harvest the spears. Trust this helps.
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Potato 21 Dec, Trevor (Australia - temperate climate)
I Live in Portland Victoria And The Temp Changes From Mild To Hot
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Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) 21 Dec, Dianne Lovell (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Any benefit in removing the lower grown leaves. The thing is a triphid
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Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) 02 Feb, Karen (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate)
I agree with John. For powdery mildew prevention and control I use a brew of 3tablespoons of baking (bicarb) soda, 1/2 teaspoon non detergent dish soap to 6litre of water. The soda changes the ph and destroys the spores, soap acts as sticking agent. MUST test spay, leave 24-48hrs observe for chemical damage. May need less soda. Do not add anything to brew like fertiliser or neem oil, as this will change the ph and the brew will either become ineffective or cause damage. When ok with mix, spray everything (plant, container, soil, stakes etc) all over. Give sprayer a good shake prior and during application. Don't pour leftover brew into soil - ph change can cause growth problems of young plants. I do this weekly from planting out regardless of need; this minimises powdery mildew starting up. My cucs, courgettes and toms get this treatment but the amount of soda required may vary. I keep a note of the brew(s) and results for future reference. Best done in the evening so it has time to do its thing overnight without the risk of sunburn. Make a fresh batch of brew for each spray session. Remove some additional leaves to enable good ventilation throughout plant. What variety of triphid are you growing?
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Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) 24 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
The only benefit that I know of would be to increase air circulation and reduce mildew problems. If you are plagued by powdery mildew mix up a spray of 10% milk with water and thoroughly spray your plants. I can't explain why but it works. Trust this helps.
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Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas) 20 Dec, Beverley stowe (Australia - temperate climate)
What PH reading do Snow Peas prefer please? Thank you, Beverley.
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Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas) 31 Dec, Phil (Australia - temperate climate)
pH 6.0-7.0, add Lime if needed to raise the pH. You're in a similar zone to me... I have had no joy at all with any of the pea/bean family this Sydney summer, far too hot, growth has been really stunted. I didn't realise they were a much cooler weather plant, so keep an eye on the climate too.
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Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas) 01 Jan, Beverley Stowe (Australia - temperate climate)
Thank you Phil. I started again with a fresh punnet of Snow Peas. First I added lime and dug it well in. Since planting, I've made sure I don't water more than 2 X weekly. Even though I keep water up to my other green vegies. Early weeks yet, but the Snow Peas are looking good this time. Your answer was appreciated. Beverley.
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Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas) 22 Dec, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Peas like pH of 5.8 - 7.0 which would suit most vegetables. 7 ia neutral. Trust this helps.
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