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27 Jan 13, Willie (Australia - temperate climate)

I live in the Barossa Valley, i have planted Chilli's, the plant looks really healthy however the fruit starts green then red then falls of. the fruits also look dry/brown on the bottom half , help

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10 Mar 13, Dana Teahan (Australia - temperate climate)

Are in direct sun? According to Gardening Australia the sun in S.A. Is too fierce and they need to be in shade/under a tree.

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07 Jan 13, nkosinathi (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

question can I plant chilli pepper from now January? or can I plant chilli pepper twice a year?

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19 Nov 12, thendo (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)

what is the right season to plant chillies, what type of soil its best for it to be fruitful

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03 Nov 12, (Australia - temperate climate)

Pick your chillies and put them in a lunch bag in the freezer. You will be amazed at how hot they become when you thaw them and want to use them

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17 Sep 12, Doug Henderson (Australia - temperate climate)

I'm in South east Queensland,Australia I read that Sept is the best time to plant the seeds daytime temp av 24, nighttime temp is about 14 Is it ok to leave the seeds out in damp soil in small pot over night ? and how often do you water them. ? how big should they be to re-pot them ? Thanks Doug.

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19 Sep 12, (Australia - sub-tropical climate)

It's no problem leaving damp seedlings out overnight at those temps - I water in the morning just to be sure. Water daily, though if you miss one here and there it's ok. Once you've got seedlings big enough to handle should be fine to plant - roughly 2 inch tall.

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28 Jul 12, Christine Houweling (Australia - temperate climate)

i am on very alkaline soil, can't get pH lower than 7 no matter how much i try. I live in Port Lincoln at the tip of Eyre Peninsula. it would be nice to see pH preferences for plants in your guide. I think your service is fabulous.

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27 Jul 12, wayne (Australia - temperate climate)

sounds like sooty mould.???

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27 Jul 12, wayne (Australia - temperate climate)

probably getting past it's growing season although I have had birdseye chilli that lasted three years. I actually made a small hothouse to help them through the colder months. warmer climate they will probably keep going OK

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