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Garlic 17 Apr, Ingrid (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Hi, I am in Knysna South Africa (not sure if I have chosen the right climate zone?). I would like to plant garlic asap and wonder if it is too early and whether it would suit a shady area in my veg garden?
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Garlic 20 Apr, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Garlic prefers cooler conditions so plant the clovves in April or May for haresting later in the year.
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Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley) 16 Apr, Makhetha (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Is there any need to plant coriander in rows?
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Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley) 17 Apr, Ken (Australia - temperate climate)
No, Mother Nature doesn't grow anything in rows.
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Garlic 16 Apr, Lisa (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I'm in fort Beaufort I want to plant garlic where can I get seedlings
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Garlic 17 Apr, John (Australia - temperate climate)
You can sometimes buy garlic seed online but it is easier to buy cloves from a nursery or garden centre and plant them as per this site. It is OK to buy it from fruit shops and supermarkets as long as it is not imported from Asia as there are diseases there that you do not want in your garlic.
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 13 Apr, ROY HAUPT (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Like most of the queries, where can one get JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES? I'm kinda old now but remember my father growing them in Pretoria in the 1950's the goggle eyed face you get when asking at a greengrocer or even a nursery tells all.
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 02 Jul, Mike (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Last year I bought some from Lifestyle Garden Centre, Randpark Ridge ( corner of Ysterhout and Beyers Naude ). They grew very slowly, probably not in a sunny enough spot.
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 14 Apr, John (Australia - temperate climate)
seedsforafrica.co.za have them available. They are a friendly plant and you won't need to buy many as they multiply rapidly.
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Strawberries (from seeds) 12 Apr, elliott zimba (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
where can I find strawberry seeds in Gauteng
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Strawberries (from seeds) 15 Apr, John (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Try Seeds for Africa at seedsforafrica.co.za . They list strawberry seeds.
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Potato 11 Apr, (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
where can I get potato seeds to plant in cape town Hout bay what ratio of organic compost to top soil must I use and must I add riversand
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Potato 11 Apr, John (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Seed potatoes are normally available from nurseries, etc. in the winter. livingseeds.co.za (online) also list them and there will be other suppliers as well. The ratio of soil to compost is not an easy question to answer but adding well rotted manure or compost can only help. Fresh manure will cause misshapen tubers. Ensure the soil is loose and friable down to about 300 mm (12") and then plant the potato seed pieces about 200 mm (8") deep. Potatoes form off the stem above the root mass and this space will give them room to develop. River sand would be good if the soil is very heavy and hard.
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Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo) 11 Apr, James Choche (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
I have being using this crop for two months now and has proved beneficial. But it is difficult to get it here in Kuruman, sold out within hours of stock arrival. Do you know any suppliers near Kuruman or Kimberley where I can buy just for own consumption?
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Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo) 11 Apr, John (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Try buying seed for next Spring planting. Okra germinates fairly easily and if you get started early in the Spring you will have a good few months of harvest. Seed is normally readily available but can also be sourced from online suppliers.
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Garlic 09 Apr, Christo (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I want to plant 6 hectares garlic in Swartruggens erea north west province under drip irrigation. Can I plant till end of April.
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Garlic 10 Apr, John (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
You could plant garlic into early may as well. It may be advisable to discuss your proposal with your local Agriculture Department so you can get the best yield from a venture of this size. They should also be able to advise you on water saving as well.
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Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry ) 04 Apr, Arlene Davis (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
The leaves of my cape gooseberry plant has white spots and is turning brown. The pod has black - looks like fungal growth inside. Is there a home remedy for this and can the fruit be eaten?
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Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry ) 05 Apr, John (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Sounds very much like a fungal problem to me. Many organic gardeners use a 10% milk solution in water to control mildew. You could give this a try as a first resort. Using a copper based spray is also okay. To prevent fungal problems plants need good air circulation particularly in humid areas. If your plant is dense it may be a good idea to thin it out a bit, cape gooseberries are normally treated as an annual so save some seeds and plant them in the spring in a sunny, airy spot. Trust this helps.
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Garlic 30 Mar, Fadeela (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
What type of soil does garluc need to be planted ? D
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Garlic 30 Mar, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Garlic will respond to good soil in an open position. It generally likes cooler climates but can be planted in April or May as the weather starts to cool. Keep watering consistent and harvest late in the year.
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Potato 28 Mar, Nomzamo Ntshisela (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
I live in the Eastern Cape (former Transkei), can I plant and grow potatoes in winter? I have heard there are potatoes that are winter resistant. Can you advise on that?
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Potato 30 Mar, John (Australia - temperate climate)
You didn't mention whether you lived in the coastal region of Eastern Cape or over the ranges but I don't know of any variety that will handle any more than a light frost without damage. I have had potatoes come up throughout the year and the only ones that survived were under the eaves or a verandah. If frosts aren't a problem there is no reason why you can't plant them any time.
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 27 Mar, Jeanne Prinsloo (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can I buy yacon to plant? Jeanne
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 30 Mar, John (Australia - temperate climate)
I would try - www.organicseeds.co.za They do not list it but may know who would have it. All the best in your search. Maybe a South African gardener will read these pages and help.
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Eggplant (also Aubergine) 25 Mar, Doug (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Growing Aubergines from seedlings. Strong plants, plenty of flowers. These after a while die back and fall off.NO Fruit. Well fertilised bed, full sun,kept moist. What's wrong ?
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Eggplant (also Aubergine) 27 Mar, John (Australia - temperate climate)
Aubergine need a good supply of water to set fruit. They will self-pollinate as well as insects but if the water supply is not good the first thing to miss out will be the flowers and fruit. This is natures way of keeping the plant alive in anticipation of water to complete its cycle.
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Cabbage 24 Mar, joel masola (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
can i grow cabbage in the same farm apart together with Tomatoes and spinach
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Cabbage 24 Mar, John (Australia - temperate climate)
There is no reason why not. All the best with your vegetable growing!
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Pumpkin 19 Mar, Pieter Mentoor (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Like to know when can i plant giant pumpkin in the western cape
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