Canberra Organic Growers Society

Butternut Pumpkin Problems

editor — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:48:39 +0000

I have just started harvesting my butternut pumpkins (Walthams) which look great, however the first one so far tasted bland and starchy, not at all sweet. They have grown well, appear ripe and are a very good size. Have I picked too early or is it to do with the soil or weather? I welcome any suggestions. Rockmelons grown on the same site by contrast are very sweet but not nearly as abundant.

Elisa Harris

Seeds Wanted

editor — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:18:29 +0000

Dear fellow seed savers,

I am presently looking to purchase or swap. My request is for Oxheart Carrot Seeds and Oxheart Parsnip Seeds. Peruvian Parsnip.

For a swap I have: Pottimarron pumpkin seeds, Bohemian pumpkin seeds, Southern European Spinach, Giant of Stuttgart green climbing beans.

With thanks,

Marion Tompkins

Share Garden at Cook

editor — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:52:42 +0000

I have a large garden in Cook that is available if anyone wants to grow veges.

Thanks,
Judy Greenfield

If you are interested in this offer please send a message to the gardens contact on the contact page of this web site and I will pass on Judy’s contact details (Ed).

[NOTE: COGS is not involved in this arrangement in any way. It will be arrangement between Judy and the other party only. COGS is merely making its web site available as a notice board.]

Seeking Produce

editor — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:52:57 +0000

Hi there

I have a small business making pastry and selling at the farmers market in Mitchell. I would like to know whether any of your members will be interested in selling some produce to me. I will be looking for fruit, and in particular, lemons when they are in season. I can pay in money or pastry!

I’m not interested in hybrids like meyer though, only lemons like lisbon or eureka.

Regards

Owen

[Important note: It is a condition of our licence agreement with the ACT government that plot holders in our community gardens are not permitted to dispose of any produce from COGS gardens for personal gain, that includes selling or bartering. Ed]

Fruit Trees for Canberra

editor — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:37:12 +0000

What fruit trees I can grow in Canberra without much hassle and what months are suitable for plantation.
I am a newbie to gardening and this website is my basic source of information and help.
Thanking you in anticipation for your kind help.

Zarrar

Canberra Harvest Festival

editor — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:12:41 +0000

Start nurturing those zucchinis, the Biggest and Best Vegetable competition is on again at the Harvest Festival.
On Saturday March 27th come along for a gourmet lunch and pit your pumpkins against anothers pomegranates for prizes provided by the beautiful Ecotel Narooma. Competition is open to all organically grown fruits and vegetables. See www.ecoaction.com.au for more details

Looking for White Corn

editor — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:04:36 +0000

Hi,

I’m interested in growing some white corn to display at our local Show but can’t find any. The varieties I’m looking for are Hickory King or Manning White. I only need a few grams of seed as this is display only. Hoping you maybe able to help or know someone who can.
Regards,

Barbara

(If anyone can help Barbara please reply to this post and I will pass on Barbara’s contact details. Ed)

Lime Tree Problems

editor — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:10:41 +0000

Hi, I am seeking some assistance with my lime tree. I have a reasonable crop of limes on my tree – but they are hard and have no juice. What am I doing wrong. Is there anything I can do to the tree or soil to produce juicy limes?

Any advice would be appreciated

John

Installing Dripper Systems

editor — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:25:55 +0000

I am looking for an experienced irrigation installer to install a dripper system in my back yard. I would also like to learn how to install and maintain drippers myself. If you fit the bill, please post a reply with contact details and I will contact you to arrange a visit to discuss cost etc.

Thanks
Donna (Cook)

Locally Grown Herbs

editor — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:23:27 +0000

hi wondering re Herb Seedlings / seeds

does anyone know where to find a good range of herbs locally grown? Especially with more diverse range of herbs, not just the culinary ones. I’m keen to source them if you are aware of any useful places or if you have spare cuttings for things that you love growing well around the place.

thanks
Rosie