Starting anew in a new country
TraceyE
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Comments (17)hi, tandaina, It is confusing, but horticultural zone classifications refer to the low temperatures an area has. In my zone 8b in a mild coastal area, lows are usually not more than about 15 degrees. The teas I grow can handle the cold generally, but the kicker is that summertime heat levels are not reflected within that 8b definition. What I've found is that to do well teas need more heat than I have in most of my yard. Summers rarely reach much above 75 degrees. You can create a warm microclimate such as what Jackie is talking about and that helps a lot. Also I've found that with some of the teas that I grow, that even when they bloom, the scent doesn't develop very well. I don't grow very many Austins so have no real opinion of them. Heritage does beautifully for me, though, and I love it. Mostly I've come to love the once bloomers and the polyanthas/multiflora types, so that is what I primarily grow. I do grow several teas and baby them quite a bit, but where I am, I don't think they'll ever attain the height, the floriferousness, the scent that they did in Alabama or in Dallas. That's okay, I couldn't grow a gallica well in Texas. I don't know how much help that is, but I do wish you good luck with your garden! Gean...See Morebroccoli... keep the old, or start anew?
Comments (20)Silvia, that caldo verde sound delicious, and those cauliflower are picture perfect! Michael, I bought the premium crop seeds, but did not plant them. Late September I planted Green Goliath seeds and the plants are just getting to be a good size now. Still no heads from them. I decided to purchase pak man seedlings when I saw how slowly the Green Goliath were going because I wanted to get a jump on broccoli season. Then I ran out of space and decided to wait till next year for the premium crop. I am glad to hear you are liking it and that even the smaller heads are big. Next year I will get an earlier start with the seeds. Anna...See Morekeep indeterminates or start anew
Comments (6)1. Should I start from new seeds or keep my year old indeterminate? 2. What can I do to keep tomatoes properly watered (if I have clay soil along with plants in containers)? Generally speaking, you'll get more and better production from a new plant. The odds are that your existing plant has already been stressed beyond its optimum tolerances. New seed would be the ideal but a cutting, if it takes, will likely also do well IF the parent plant suffers from no stress-induced problems. It's your choice. Better yet, try both and see which works best for you. ;) As to proper watering levels: container grown plants require much more frequent watering (and feeding) then in-ground plants do. In-ground clay soil needs to be amended with organic matter (compost) and several moisture control potting soil-less mixes (never use garden dirt in a container) are available for use in containers. They retain water in a gel form of additive and release it as needed by the plant. And for those who grow many plants in containers, an automatic drip irrigation system is almost a requirement unless time allows you to monitor and maintain moisture levels daily. They also work exceptionally well for in-ground plants. Hope this is of help. Dave...See MoreKale going to flower - cut flowers and keep or start anew?
Comments (6)Thanks, both your replies helped. I think I will keep growing the kale for a bit longer. I'll probably pull it in mid/late June and use the space to grow other smaller plants. I'm an urban gardener with very limited outdoor space. Come very late summer/early fall, I'll transplant the kale that I started indoors outside once the other plants are finished. floral_uk - Besides your kale becoming more fibrous, did you notice a difference in taste? I heard anecdotally that flowering can lead to a more bitter flavor. Has that been true in your experience?...See MoreTraceyE
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