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by Organic Dave
Mon Dec 11, 2006 4:32 pm
Forum: Weeds, Pests and Diseases
Topic: Is this a friend or foe
Replies: 15
Views: 8687

Vine Weevil Larvae/Chafer Grub Conundrum

Looks like you've discovered a chafer grub larvae. The only other possibility is the larvae of the vine weevil, but these are not nearly as big or as long as the specimen you've found. Don't panic however, as both can be easily controlled with biological pest control nematodes, available from the be...
by Organic Dave
Mon Dec 11, 2006 4:19 pm
Forum: Weeds, Pests and Diseases
Topic: 'Preferred' Slug Killer
Replies: 17
Views: 9440

Nemaslug

Organic Dave here! Nemaslug is the product you need - I've been using it for over two years and it really does work. The nematodes occur naturally in the soil and applying the product simply boosts their population temporarily, giving increased control for up to 6 weeks. The key is to keep applying ...
by Organic Dave
Tue Oct 24, 2006 3:20 pm
Forum: Seasonal tips
Topic: Ive Got My Free SEEDS Can I Plant Now?
Replies: 2
Views: 2314

You can sow broad beans now, and as long as your peas are winter hardy (round seeds) you can put them in now as well. I've not sown peas to grow through winter before - I have grown broad beans though - but I would have thought the birds will absolutely love them! Make sure you net them!
by Organic Dave
Tue Oct 24, 2006 3:18 pm
Forum: Seasonal tips
Topic: Greenhouse Insulation
Replies: 10
Views: 5060

Greenhouse Insulation

This is the first year I've had a greenhouse and I want to put up bubble insulation. I've seen a good article on Harrod Horticultural's Gardening Forum about this but I wanted to check with someone with hands-on experience. My greenhouse is 6ft x 4ft - how much bubble wrap do I need and how will I h...
by Organic Dave
Tue Oct 24, 2006 3:14 pm
Forum: Seasonal tips
Topic: What's my asparagus up to?
Replies: 15
Views: 7778

My globe artichokes are also coming again, after I cut them back around a month ago!