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Now that we've put the clocks back, the less than hardy fuchsias have been cut back and moved under shelter. I haven't re-potted them all. I'll be doing one or two at a time during the 'dormant' period. Kath, I believe, likes to do it all at once. All power to her elbow.  They have continued to flower right up to now and new flower buds have formed on some since cutting back. Begonias have received similar treatment and are drying off somewhat already. There'll be plenty of tree surgery to do on the patch to keep warm. Burning the offcuts gets one warm again. Lots of premature fireworks are being ignited round here. Is this trend widespread? Happy Halloween all! =Don.
My name is Don and I'm a bonsaiholic.
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Genius
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I have two hardy fuschias, still in flower. Should I cut them back anyway? - "Hawkshead" and the unknown one with big pink flowers.
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Genius
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| Yes indeed, the ones that go into the greenhouse with a little bit of warmth I like to get cut back and repotted so that the new growth can be 'pinched out' during the winter months; this way the hanging baskets can be pinched-out several times and the ones growing in individual flower pots, resulting in a bigger 'bushier-shape' for next summer, plus the bonsai can also be shaped earlier for next season. All that are growing in individual flower pots are 'potted-down' ie a third of the older roots removed before puttting into a smaller pot, this also encourages new/stronger root growth. If kept in a cold greenhouse it is better just to prune the top growth back and leave re-potting until the spring, not letting them dry-out completely otherwise you run the risk of losing them, just the smallest amount of water through the winter months so that the roots do not dry out completely. Same here in this neck of the woods, some fireworks are being 'let-off' every night.
Kath
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People will forget what you did,
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Genius
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Thanks, Kath, for the information. Such stupidity of the Government to allow fireworks to be sold to the general public. Confine them to displays, is what I say.
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Genius
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| Indeed Penny, Especially in this day and age, sorry to be so critical, but so many underage children still manage to be able to buy fireworks, not only from local corner shops but also from well known supermarkets. Your welcome to the info Penny, never hesitate to ask me for more, only too pleased to help if I can
Kath
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I intend to grow some vegetables for this Autumn, I live in a tropical country.
Does anyone have some suggestions for me?
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