Very nice guild you have going with your mulberry tree. I love nasturtiums in my salad. The entire plant, including the flowers are edible. They are a great replacement for arugula/rocket with a very peppery flavor and it’s a great way to make a beautiful presentation in your dishes. Thank you for your video!
Thanks so much for your comment and interest. Yes, Nasturtiums are just so versatile, useful and of course edible. According to many scientific studies, they have antibiotic properties and one of the key compounds has been found to aid respiratory issues. Enjoy your harvest. Cheers Anne
Thanks Fran. Hope you're enjoying your winter season - not sure how much planting you do at this time of year. Our subtropical climate allows me to grow food 24/7 365 days of the year so always something happening! I am enjoying the moderate temps before the heat and humidity returns.
Thank you for sharing this video. I’m a RUclips gardener too trying to learn as much as I can about companion planting and gardening. I think it will help maximize my garden space and hopefully Colleen bugs in their place. It’s my 3rd year and I know I still have so much to learn. That’s how I found your channel . Im so happy I did because you have so much to offer. I hope we can learn from each other. Happy Planting!
Thanks Mary. Great to meet a fellow gardener with a passion for working with nature. Every creature in our home garden ecosystems has a role to play. Enjoy your garden. It's great therapy. :)
I scarcely go on Facebook anymore, so except for the rare occasion when I do check my feed, I nowadays see your updates through your monthly newsletters, and now this video. I love the audible and palpable warmth and passion in your voice for your work, and how connected you are to nature. 🐝🦋 It’s very inspiring, and I continue to learn so much from you. Hope you’re well, too. 🤗
Aww Mo, you're such a sweetie. Thank you for your feedback - I value it very much. I've missed our friendly chats! Nature truly keeps me grounded and gives such a depth of perspective in life. I love nothing more than being a student in Nature's Classroom and sharing what I see and learn. I hope to share more videos soon. Take care. :)
@KARMA * I haven't used the banana peel method but aphids are sap-sucking insects. I find the quickest way to get rid of them is to try a sharp hose spray for 2-3 days which will dislodge many of them. If only aphids are present, you can try making a DIY oil and soap spray as a last resort. Be careful as you can harm beneficial insects as well as aphids. Oil sprays work to smother them so they can't breathe. To make: Pour 250ml vegetable oil + 50ml liquid soap into a large jar with a secure lid. Shake vigorously until it's well blended. Label the white oil spray and store it in a cool location. To use, shake well and add 1 tablespoon of this concentrate to 1 litre of water. You need to drench the aphids completely so they suffocate. You can also use it on small caterpillars, leaf miners, mealy bugs, mites and scale. Avoid using oil spray on days when the temperature will exceed 30 degrees to prevent leaf scorch. Spray when it's cool in the early morning or late afternoon. You’re less likely to harm beneficial insects like bees because they won’t be as active at this time. Hope this helps. Cheers Anne
@KARMA * Some people claim the chopped banana peels act as a deterrent due to the smell but there's no definitive research I have seen. Worth a try and would love to know if it works for you! Happy experimenting.
Very nice guild you have going with your mulberry tree. I love nasturtiums in my salad. The entire plant, including the flowers are edible. They are a great replacement for arugula/rocket with a very peppery flavor and it’s a great way to make a beautiful presentation in your dishes. Thank you for your video!
Thanks so much for your comment and interest. Yes, Nasturtiums are just so versatile, useful and of course edible. According to many scientific studies, they have antibiotic properties and one of the key compounds has been found to aid respiratory issues. Enjoy your harvest. Cheers Anne
Lovely to see a new video. Thank you Anne. Its still very much winter here in Northern Tasmania and its lovely to see your green spring garden :)
Thanks Fran. Hope you're enjoying your winter season - not sure how much planting you do at this time of year. Our subtropical climate allows me to grow food 24/7 365 days of the year so always something happening! I am enjoying the moderate temps before the heat and humidity returns.
Thank you for sharing this video. I’m a RUclips gardener too trying to learn as much as I can about companion planting and gardening. I think it will help maximize my garden space and hopefully Colleen bugs in their place. It’s my 3rd year and I know I still have so much to learn. That’s how I found your channel . Im so happy I did because you have so much to offer. I hope we can learn from each other. Happy Planting!
Thanks Mary. Great to meet a fellow gardener with a passion for working with nature. Every creature in our home garden ecosystems has a role to play. Enjoy your garden. It's great therapy. :)
Thanks, Anne! 🍊🌳🌸 Super helpful tips. 👍
Hey thanks Mo! Great to hear from you and hope you're well. I always look forward to your feedback. Happy gardening.
I scarcely go on Facebook anymore, so except for the rare occasion when I do check my feed, I nowadays see your updates through your monthly newsletters, and now this video.
I love the audible and palpable warmth and passion in your voice for your work, and how connected you are to nature. 🐝🦋 It’s very inspiring, and I continue to learn so much from you. Hope you’re well, too. 🤗
Aww Mo, you're such a sweetie. Thank you for your feedback - I value it very much. I've missed our friendly chats! Nature truly keeps me grounded and gives such a depth of perspective in life. I love nothing more than being a student in Nature's Classroom and sharing what I see and learn. I hope to share more videos soon. Take care. :)
Anne Gibson - The Micro Gardener - Looking forward to the videos. 😊
@@MoPoppins Plan to share another one soon!
Aphids HATE banana peels, two days after laying tiny strips of peels on my brassicas, they are gone.
Thanks for sharing your tip.
@KARMA * I haven't used the banana peel method but aphids are sap-sucking insects. I find the quickest way to get rid of them is to try a sharp hose spray for 2-3 days which will dislodge many of them. If only aphids are present, you can try making a DIY oil and soap spray as a last resort. Be careful as you can harm beneficial insects as well as aphids. Oil sprays work to smother them so they can't breathe. To make: Pour 250ml vegetable oil + 50ml liquid soap into a large jar with a secure lid. Shake vigorously until it's well blended. Label the white oil spray and store it in a cool location. To use, shake well and add 1 tablespoon of this concentrate to 1 litre of water. You need to drench the aphids completely so they suffocate. You can also use it on small caterpillars, leaf miners, mealy bugs, mites and scale. Avoid using oil spray on days when the temperature will exceed 30 degrees to prevent leaf scorch. Spray when it's cool in the early morning or late afternoon. You’re less likely to harm beneficial insects like bees because they won’t be as active at this time. Hope this helps. Cheers Anne
@KARMA * Some people claim the chopped banana peels act as a deterrent due to the smell but there's no definitive research I have seen. Worth a try and would love to know if it works for you! Happy experimenting.
@KARMA * fresh
i hate them too😂