Jan8's Edible Backyard

Joined:01/12/13 Updated:01/12/13 Frost:
Location: Brisbane SE

Fruit Tree Forum Contributions

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Problem fruit trees1 - Since lodging the query we have had large numbers of avocados which had one small set back with a black fungus on stalks. This was sorted out. We have had a few fall but not the very bigs ones thank goodness. Colin Campbell on a radio program suggeste..6367 days 20hrs
Tomato trees - Have planted a few Tomato Trees which apparently grow to 3m. Yields of up to 25kg per plant. Planted them four weeks ago when the seedlings had eight leaves. Doing very well so far. Has anyone else done this and what is the success rate. Any hiccups I..6442 days 19hrs
Roundup - Barbara, Roundup is a glyco phosphate and basically a 'salt'. It disperses quickly and you can normally grow things immediately the weeds die. I think the best thing is to get the soil tested. Most nurseries and Bunnings will do this for you. Would s..6451 days 3hrs
No lemons1 - Complete citrus fertiliser best and trace elements. Need plenty of water as pot plants dry out quickly. Best of luck..6451 days 23hrs
Problem fruit trees1 - Avocado has masses of flowers and small fruit appearing. Happened also last year but fruit fell off. Fertilised till flowers appeared and have only watered since fruit appeared. Yellow paw paw loss of leaves new ones have black specks. Red paw paw cut b..6451 days 23hrs