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Ginger 20 Jan, Sandy Murray (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
Hello I have done the same. All the books say we should not get it from a local shop related but "natural " supplier if you find one please let me know! XXX
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Rosemary 22 Nov, (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Hi there. I have a few pieces of land in the Limpopo region of South Africa. I have noticed there to be a shortage of fresh rosemary in the grocery stores for a few months now. I am looking to start growing some. Would like to get some advise.
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Asparagus 12 Nov, Vanessa (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
wherein south Africa can a person buy the crowns? I live in Cape Town, I have some growing from seed and they are doing really well but I don't feel like starting again and waiting for another 2-3 years. thanks
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 10 Nov, Sarah Hulley (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi Everyone I was wondering if anyone managed to find Yacon roots for planting?
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Carrot 06 Nov, janico (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Must you trim the leaves regularly to promote growth or do you leave as is
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Asparagus 01 Nov, Harry (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
Where can I buy Aspragus crownes or roots in Cape Town
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Asparagus 18 Dec, Gary (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Hi did you have any luck finding asparagus crowns been looking for years -fa in Atlantis if you found some please share info many thx
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Asparagus 16 May, Martha Brink (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Hi, I got Asparagus crowns from Hart Nursery in Ottery. I'm going to be planting them in Kalbaskraal. Hope that they will grow there, clay soil
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Ginger 31 Oct, Adriaan Le Roux (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Looking for ginger seed somewhere in South Africa
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Cabbage 31 Oct, Siyabulela Phanle (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
Good morning I would like to be advised my aim is to plant cabbages Potatoes and Spinach but I'm am not quiet sure about the suitable time for them or good season to plant them please help. regards Phandle
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Cabbage 31 Oct, Liz (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Use the Vegetables and Herbs tab to find the vegetables, then set your zone at the top of the page - e.g (South Africa- Dry summer sub-tropical climate) . The months for planting are shown in the little coloured boxes at the top. e.g. P for plant or sow seed
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Ginger 26 Oct, Andrisa Schnell (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Where can I buy ginger roots
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Ginger 20 Jul, Ismail (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Try the shongweni farmers market or store stocking local produce
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Ginger 29 Oct, Bernadette (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Any supermarket.
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Rhubarb 25 Oct, Tina (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Can I grow rhubarb in containers, how big must the pot be? I have tried it before, the plant died! Thank you.
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 16 Oct, Catherine (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
In answer to those seeking advice about where to buy Jerusalem artichokes in Cape Town: I bought some Jerusalem artichokes at the Vineyard Deli, Kenridge, chopped them into small pieces and planted them in a large wooden container. The plants are now (October) about 50 cm high and not flowering yet, but looking extremely green and sturdy.
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 20 Oct, Stacey Robinson (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
I also found Jerusalem Artichoke plants at Ferndale Nurseries in Constantia, Cape Town!
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Garlic 08 Oct, Amanda (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Can i plant in December am from Mpumalanga
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Garlic 24 Oct, Christo (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Rather not it is to hot that time of year best to start planting between Feb and Apr.
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Shallots (also Eschalots) 08 Oct, Mike Bloom (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
What type of soil and preperation?
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Potato 07 Oct, bennet (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
I want to start potato farming , where can i buy seeds?
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Potato 29 Oct, (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi, I managed to get some seed potatoes from a local garden center. Even if they don't have any when you visit, it may be worth asking if they can source any for you. I'm not an expert but you may be able to use shop bought potatoes. Leave them to sprout and try!
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Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers) 07 Oct, Steve Unter (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Were can I buy chillies in Gauteng ?
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Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry ) 04 Oct, Dirk (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Is there any export opportunities for Cape Goosberries and who can I contact?
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Carrot 04 Oct, Mpumelelo (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Can carrots be transplanted, If yes after how long?
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Carrot 28 Feb, Bee-Pie (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
It can be done with extra care. Carrots and the carrot family generally do not enjoy their roots being disturbed. It is better to sow in situ.
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Watermelon 03 Oct, Benjamin Gabokhutle (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I am interested in farming and just finish cultivation of the field. I am wondering if I can plant Watermelon here, at the south Coast if Kzn, the soil is clay. Soil so I am not sure what type of soil to plant Watermelon, One other thing peanuts can I also plant them this season.
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Watermelon 03 Oct, Liz (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Please note : "Gardenate is not a farming or commercial advisory service. For specific advice, please contact your local plant suppliers, gardening groups, or agricultural department. "
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Carrot 03 Oct, Lulama Dimba (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Good morning Am preparing to plant carrot and my market wants the carrots by January 2019 what advise you can give me. I like to use organic fertilizer is it a good idea? Thank you Lulama
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Ginger 30 Sep, Omitton (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Actually am from Malawi am in searching of Ginger and Garlic seeds if possible to find it or is there any other way to find it or where can I find it? please contact me 0744720640
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