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Autumn 2013 Issue

Autumn 2013 Issue
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Autumn: perhaps our favourite season with cooler, sunny days, foliage colour everywhere and roses, vegetables and shrubs flourishing. Now's the time to get busy preparing for the rewards of spring. For this reason we share our favourite bulbs for planting; there's lots of tips and ideas from our home garden to share with the vegetable patch readied for a winter crop. Sandra visits Cruden Farm and Graham interviews the Australian gardener responsible for sourcing ancient plants for Singapore's stunning Gardens by the Bay project.

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What is the best time and method to propagate daphne?

Any time from spring to autumn is suitable for taking daphne cuttings. Take a cutting of approximately 10cm length, including a node (a swollen section of stem where leaves, stems, roots originate). Dip this into rooting hormone gel or powder and place into propagation mix deep enough so that it stands by itself. A plastic cover over the pot will help retain humidity. Place in a protected position out of direct sunlight. Keep moist and expect roots in a couple of months.

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I planted potatoes in layers of manure and straw in early July and would like to know when they will be ready to harvest.

You should be ready to harvest your first batch in February. Simply use your hands to feel through the light mix you have used and pull up as many potatoes as you need for dinner. You can keep on harvesting as you need the potatoes until you run out, or until the start of next winter.

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