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In the picture below,one can see that one plant has flowers of different colours. This is all thanks to those gardeners who are always on prowl for something new.

In the picture below,one can see that one plant has flowers of different colours. This is all thanks to those gardeners who are always on prowl for something new. Originally,euphorbia was an insignificant,thorny and trailing plant that bore two deep red flowers at the terminal. Also known as the crown of thorns,this plant is revered by Christians,who believe this to be the mythical crown of thorns that was tied on the Christs head. The deep red flowers at the terminal are believed to be the blood drops. However,the new species of euphorbia have very bold flowers,in different colours. A display of group of euphorbia with different hues looks very pretty.

I want to grow radish and carrot in my kitchen garden. How should I proceed?

Jagbir Singh, Mohali

Grow these root vegetables on ridges that are at a distance of one foot each. The seed should be sown on the ridges and when they sprout,these should be thinned to one-and-a-half to two inches apart.

Can we deepen the colour of vegetables by using some spray? If so,then plese tell the chemical for spray in tomato and carrot.

Santokh Singh,Mohali

The colour quality of tomato and carrot can be achieved by adding proper fertilizer dose,especially potash fertilizers that are responsible for improving quality. Once you provide them with the optimum level of nutrition,you will not need any spray.

Can I plant banana here in Chandigarh ? Does the banana tree die after one year and do we have to plant afresh every year?

Kavita, Chandigarh

You can plant banana here. The plant does not die after one year but after bearing crop once,it has to be removed. However,you dont have to plant afresh as there appear off springs that continue to give fruit.

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When can I plant peach? Which is the best suited variety for this region?

Saurabh, Panchkula

Peach can be planted in January when dormant. There are varieties like Parbhat,Partap,Shan-i-Punjab etc to chose from.

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