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Fire2920

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Peas how high
« on: June 12, 2009, 19:41 »
My peas are heading for the sky, im wondering if i should nip them off at some point or just let them go? Will i get more peas if i nip them? ... Jack and the bean stork springs to mind  :D :D
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Re: Peas how high
« Reply #1 on: June 12, 2009, 19:46 »
You can nip them out if you wish, the jurys out on if it helps with more production though.  If you can extend the height of the canes then let them fly!
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Re: Peas how high
« Reply #2 on: June 13, 2009, 08:13 »
How Hi is a Chinaman :tongue2:
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Re: Peas how high
« Reply #3 on: June 13, 2009, 08:17 »
Think it was bean stalk actually! :tongue2:

What variety are they? It helps to know so that you know their support requirements.
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