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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 01 Jun, karyn (Australia - temperate climate)
was thinking about harvesting mine too today would love some feedback on this xX
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 15 Sep, Mike Labuschagne (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
It is recommended to leave the tubers in the soil, they will grow by themselves when the climate allows them to.
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Tomato 22 May, Nkhangweleni (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
I want to know about how we can treat the diseases or just give me the name of medicine that can be used?
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Sunflower 20 May, bonga strydom (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
wish to know, can i plant sunflower in KZN midlands area of Estcourt and recive bulks? where is the sunflower market which is reliable?
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Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock)) 08 May, Kevin (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Hi my brother an i have started from 2019 to study the cause of diseases especially diabetes .we have started making our own cleases with dandelion an.plantain thanks to the doctor sebi ,we have started to research more about herbs
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Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock)) 08 Jul, Filip (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
I'm also interested in growing Burdock. I also follow Dr Sebi and Dr Morse. I'd like to grow my own herbs and make tinctures.
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Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge) 08 May, Naasera (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
I've seen YouTube videos with 2 types of loofah. The one with ridges, and a much larger one without ridges. I live in Natal and want seeds for the much larger type. Please advise where I can get these seeds.
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Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge) 28 May, Maruschka (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
I just managed to buy some on livingseeds.co.za
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Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock)) 07 May, Kevin (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Where can i purchase burdock seeds
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Watermelon 04 May, Patrck (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I am in Limpopp can I plant watermelom in May lts hot during the day and cold during the night
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Watermelon 28 Jun, sello (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
no , try it in mid august , im from gauteng , we have almost the same weather pattern.
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Brussels sprouts 01 May, janet (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
I need the broussel sprouts seeds can I get I an in Kenya
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Brussels sprouts 19 May, Melony Hendricks (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi I can mail you some. Let me know if you're sorted. I'm not a seller. No need to pay me.
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Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers) 30 Apr, Peter (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
In Gauteng, what veggies and herbs can i plant from May month?
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Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram) 25 Apr, Annemarie Dellemijn (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Good day Where can I find a Marjoram plant in South Africa? I'm also looking for Kohlrabi seeds or plants.
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Onion 18 Apr, SHIREEN WALTERS (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Can I plant spring onions and coriander now (middle April) ?
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Onion 29 Apr, Allimuthu Perumal 0329443959 (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Yes you can but try a tomato box size for coriander
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Parsnip 13 Apr, (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
When is the best time to plant parsnip seeds I live in Worcester in western cape?
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Potato 06 Apr, benny (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate)
I actually live in the Kingdom of Tonga on the island of Eua this island is subtropical, with an amazing soil profile of rich black soil many metres deep I'm looking for a potato species that is well-suited to grow in these conditions I understand that sweet potato is the mainstay of crops in the Pacific Islands but I am looking for a potato that may be harvested after a shorter growing. than a sweet potato so any ideas,?
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Kale (also Borecole) 31 Mar, Celeste (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I live in the Eastern Cape and find it extremely difficult to get my hands on ornamental kale seeds or seedlings. Please give me advice on hour to procure these. Thank you
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Kale (also Borecole) 29 Apr, Allimuthu Perumal 0329443959 (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Please explain what is ornamental Kale i just saw Kale seeds at r18.99 at Shoprite
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Potato 30 Mar, NOMFUNDO (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
I LIVE IF LADY FRERE, EASTERN CAPE. THIS IS A VER DRY PLACE. CAN I PLANT POTATOES IN HAY IN WINTER? IF SO, SHOULD I WATER THEM IN THE HAY?
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Parsley (also curly leaf parsley or flat leaf (Italian) parsley) 29 Mar, Joanne Townshend. (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Do the hadedas (Egyptian ibis) destroy parsley
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Angelica 23 Mar, napo (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can i get angelica seeds?
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Sweet Potato (also Kumara) 23 Mar, Zukile (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can i get seed for sweet potato in south africa or eastern cape ?
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Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash) 04 Mar, Dave (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi, I planted Baby squash last season and they all produced beautiful flowers which then dropped off and no fruit was ever produced. I still have 1 plant growing profusely but it is also dropping its flowers and not producing fruit. I have a raised garden bed which consists of Culterra's professional potting soil mixed with last years winter leaves to which I add lawn cuttings from time to time. The raised bed drains well but faces west with full sun from 10h00 till 17h00. To protect the veggies from the hot afternoon sun I have shade netting covering the raised bed. All my various other veggies and herbs have done extremely well. I tend to water every 3rd day or so when no rain is about. I reside in Pretoria. I am also careful with which veggies I plant together. I also follow the principle of planting Marigolds and Basil in with the veggies. I keep peas, beans and cucumbers well away from onions. I grow potatoes but again well away from the raised bed. Any idea what is up with the baby squash? Your assistance will be appreciated.
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Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash) 12 Nov, Another gardener (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Probably not being pollinated. Do it by hand. e g just take one of the "male" flowers (the ones on stalks - and a single stem inside the flower), peel the petals off the male flower to make it easier to get into the "female" flowers and rub the pollen onto the "female" flowers (the ones with the fruit under them - and the curled shaped stamens).
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Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam) 03 Mar, Martha Kekana (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Where can I buy Taro leaves in South Africa, fresh or dried? I am in Johannesburg
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Watermelon 01 Mar, Lemeze Hartley (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Can watermelon seeds be planted in March as its still very warm in Cape Town
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Watermelon 13 Mar, Donovan (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
Yes you may but there's a good chance that the seeds will take longer to sprout or not sprout at all. I still think it's worth taking a chance. I'm seeding mine in Saturday and hope for the best.
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