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Lettuce 19 Aug, Caryn (USA - Zone 7b climate)
In zone 7b (NY) lettuce seeds can be planted outdoors Jan-March ? I know that's what the chart says, but just confirming! I always thought March was the earliest. Are there specific varieties that are best that time of year? TY!!
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Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke) 17 Aug, Jim bryan (USA - Zone 4b climate)
I live in zone 4 .I want to grow sun ray dwarf variety Jerusalem artichokes . Can I buy them now and plant now ?
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Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge) 17 Aug, Rebecca (USA - Zone 7a climate)
Im in 7a & planted luffa in mid-April. They look great & are all over the trellis. Lots of clusters of male & female flowers. Zero established gourds yet & it's mid-August. I planted w/ the expectation of a harvest around late September mid-October. Should I be concerned by the lack of gourds at this point? It is the only thing i planted & i have a lot of time in on them. Everything looks totally healthy (this is in an organic community garden) but i'm feeling worried that this is going to end up being a race against the weather and i wont have any gourds at all? Any input, guidance, or thoughts are welcome!
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Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale) 16 Aug, Gayle in Southern MS (USA - Zone 8b climate)
Which collard green type is more tender and is there one that's easiest to grow in Southern Mississippi?
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 15 Aug, Diane Davidson (New Zealand - temperate climate)
I'm fascinated by this Yacon plant - don't know if I'll be able to grow it as I only have a balcony garden at my apartment. I understand that they need quite a lot of space. But I'd like to try, if I can discover where zi could buy the roots for planting. Otherwise, perhaps there is somewhere that I could buy the fruits for eating. I'd like to experiment with different ways of cooking/eating them
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Yacon (also Sunroot) 08 Sep, Sharron (New Zealand - temperate climate)
What part of New Zealand are you living in? I have a yacon and might be able to give you a root
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Asparagus 15 Aug, Colin (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Planted Mary Washington 6yrs ago (from Bunnings). Is a female plant. Producing thin stalks. Where in Australia can I buy a male asparagus plant. As far as I know, males are used for commercial crops. So far, even nurserymen can't help. Anyone?
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Asparagus 03 Sep, (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Bunnings sell asparagus this time of the year. I'm no expert but I don't think you can tell until the have grown for a year or so.
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Asparagus 25 Aug, MIke (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Try Bunnings - they usually sell this time of the year. Buy 3-6 crowns. One plant won't supply enough spears.
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Garlic 14 Aug, Jody Hayward (Canada - Zone 5b Temperate Warm Summer climate)
Going to plant my first fall garden in my raised beds. I had a great year. Can you recommend the best place to buy seeds and bulbs that are local to East Coast Canada? I also have downloaded your app so I can take your advice to my garden with me. I love the layout of your website it's so easy to use.
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Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, ) 13 Aug, Nathan Schwartz (Australia - cool/mountain climate)
I don’t actually mind that it's a bit invasive. I guess it depends on how your garden works for you, but I love its scent, especially in the middle of a really warm summer when it just fills the garden with fragrance, and it’s super easy to pull up if it does self seed. If you’re ever worried about that sort of maintenance, it’s honestly not a problem, and it’s such a great plant for bees. There’s tons more info on how to grow and propagate it, as well as preventing its spread if you’re worried here: https://aussiegreenthumb.com/how-to-grow-lemon-balm/
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Broad Beans (also Fava bean) 13 Aug, Tom Berghella (Australia - temperate climate)
I am having troubles with my broad beans. They all have curly leave and stopped growing. What can I do?
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Broad Beans (also Fava bean) 15 Aug, Celeste Archer (Canada - Zone 7b Mild Temperate climate)
Curled leaves are usually a sign of distress. There are lots of things that could be distressing the plant -- so you need to provide more information, or figure out what is stressing the plant, then address the issue causing the stress. Is there any white powder (powdery mild) om the leaves? This might be a moisture issue. Or, are there aphids on your plant (little bugs sapping the nutrition from your broad beans) ? Could you be overwatering or underwatering ? Any chance of a nutritional deficiency (potassium, nitrogen, molybdenum, magnesium) ? Are there any climate issues (like wildfires create a lot of smog - that can stress plants). Is it perhaps too hot in your area: from the net: Like peas, favas grow best when temperatures are 60˚ to 65˚F (15c - 18c) and soil is moist. Temperatures much over 80˚F (27c) result in loss of quality, reduced production, and pest problems.
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Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas) 11 Aug, Alice (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate)
Are all the soybeans grown in New Zealand black-eyed soybeans? Besides Canterbury, where else are they grown? Are there two types of black-eyed soybeans—one where the black eye part is smaller and less noticeable, and another where the black eye is more prominent and longer? The translation is: I want to buy the black-eyed soybeans with a more prominent and longer black eye. Where can I buy them?
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Lettuce 10 Aug, Paul Heinzman (USA - Zone 4a climate)
Could you give me a few lettuce varieties that grow well in MN? I got a good crop of Arugula but would like some sweeter varieties. Thanks
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Asparagus 05 Aug, Bill (USA - Zone 9b climate)
What is the best asparagus variety to plant in a raised bed? I live about 1.5 miles from the ocean in ZZrroyo Grande, CA.
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Carrot 03 Aug, (USA - Zone 8a climate)
Thanks Pat for that tip. What are your favorite types of carrots to grow in 8a?
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Asparagus 02 Aug, Janette Dunn (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
What is the best variety to grow in Katherine, NT? I have never grown asparagus before.
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Asparagus 06 Aug, (Australia - tropical climate)
Whatever you can buy - green or purple.
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Horseradish 01 Aug, Dolf Visagie (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Hi I would love to buy horseradish roots to plant, could you please tel me where I could get
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Sunflower 31 Jul, Catherine (Australia - tropical climate)
I live in Cairns. Can sunflowers be grown here and if so, when is the best time to plant these?
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Sunflower 06 Aug, (Australia - tropical climate)
Check the planting guide
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Watermelon 24 Jul, Eric (USA - Zone 9b climate)
Caregiver can I plant watermelons in November or December zone 9
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Watermelon 21 Sep, Gerald (USA - Zone 7a climate)
You can 'grow' them but it is highly unlikely they will bear fruit. You may get lovely little yellow flowers but as I said, no fruit. IF you have the ability to start them early indoors they sprout and grow quickly. Remember they need at least 12 full weeks of full sun to bear fruit. Either way these are easy to grow and will supply you with a beautiful lush green vine. It is easy. Have fun, I did! (zone 7 here, lush vines, sweet little flowers, alas, no fruit). Good Luck, Gerry
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Watermelon 27 Jul, Rich (USA - Zone 9b climate)
I do not think it will get warm enough to grow until late spring through to Oct. in Zone 9b
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Watermelon 23 Jul, Modise Moeketsane (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Can i start planting watermelon now??
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Watermelon 24 Jul, Janene (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
September to November is the best time for your zone
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Lettuce 18 Jul, CANDY (Canada - Zone 5b Temperate Warm Summer climate)
CAN I SOW SEEDS NOW IN A POT AS I AM A A BALCONY PLANTER- THANKYOU
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Potato 17 Jul, Clifford Slater (USA - Zone 8a climate)
What potatoes can you grow in zone 8a in july/Aug.
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Potato 20 Jul, Janene (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
I’ve seen these potato varieties recommended online for zone 8 Irish Cobbler Red Pontiac Yukon Gold Caribe Cranberry Red Norchip Kennebec
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