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The Rose Festival in Panchkula makes way for the Spring Fest. Heres a to do-list for the gardeners. For one,do not display dyed specimens of flowers.

The Rose Festival in Panchkula makes way for the Spring Fest. Heres a to do-list for the gardeners. For one,do not display dyed specimens of flowers. Always use a stable vase for a display of heavy-headed blooms like dahlia,roses,stock etc. At the last minute,do not shift the flowering annuals into pots. The judges can see through it and you lose both the prize and specimen,which usually wilts. Give ample space between two specimens and do not display insect-infested or diseased specimens at the show.

I had sown bhindi seeds,but the germination was less. As I plan to repeat the sowing,what precautions can I take?

Sukhchain Singh,Chandigarh

You missed dipping the seeds overnight in lukewarm water before sowing. Do it this time and you will get better germination. Also,since the weather is now warmer,there is a chance of better germination.

I can see flowers on my kinnow plant. What precautions are needed at this stage?

Kamini,Panchkula

There is not much you can do at this stage. One spray of hostathion 40EC,2.5 ml to a litre of water is needed.

Can I sow summer flowering annuals now? When are these best transplanted?

Vikram,Mohali

Yes,you can sow summer flowering annuals now. These will be ready for transplant after a month,when winter annuals are almost over.

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I had sprayed rogor on the peach plants in the first week of January. Now again,the leaves have started curling. Should I repeat the same spray?

Pawan,Chandigarh

Yes,you should repeat the spray to keep the aphids in check. These insects are responsible for the curling of leaves.

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Down To Earth

The Rose Festival in Panchkula makes way for the Spring Fest. Heres a to do-list for the gardeners. For one,do not display dyed specimens of flowers.

The Rose Festival in Panchkula makes way for the Spring Fest. Heres a to do-list for the gardeners. For one,do not display dyed specimens of flowers.