Re: Crambe
- Subject: Re: Crambe
- From: &* N* <T*@tv.tafe.sa.edu.au>
- Date: Tue, 10 Feb 2004 16:01:00 +1030
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It is like horse-radish or rhubarb in the manner of its root growth -
thick, brittle, far reaching, succulent and liable to sucker from bits
left behind. Best time to move is when it is dormant or just before, get
as much as you can of the roots and split with a sharp spade if you wish
to make single crowns. It may be best to let the plant dry off for a few
days before you attempt to break it up - the roots will go limp and are
less easily broken. You may need to get a donkey to help you pull it out
- a rope around the plant and tied to the donkey's tail should do the
trick, apply a goad or spurs and stand clear. It is wise not to do this
at night when the moon is full.
trevor n
>>> "Bette McTigue" <bette@madasafish.com> 9/02/2004 5:14:31 pm >>>
I need to move a Crambe - it just wont do where it is, looks wonderful
when in flower but leaves a big hole when its over and is a positive
magnet for cabbage white caterpillers. Has anyone moved one? Its
several years old and quite big, be grateful for any advice,
Bette McTigue
Northants, England (not very Med at the moment)
