SPRING NEWS
2012
SEEDS OF SUCCESS
New Seed Varieties Hybrid Sweetcorn Inferno
Hybrid Squash STAR 8021
Inferno produces large ears on strong healthy plants. The bicolour kernels are exceptionally sweet and tasty. This hybrid should be a first choice. Seeds germinate within 7 - 10 days and plants mature within 80 to 90 days.
Compact bush plants bearing glossy cylindrical fruit with a delicate flavour. Seeds germinate between 5 - 10 days and plants mature within 30 to 35 days.
Oriental Vegetable Pak Choi
Fact
Pak Choi (Brassica rapa subspecies chinensis) is a Chinese leaf vegetable used often in Chinese cuisine. Pak Choi is related to the Western cabbage, and is of the same species as the common turnip. There are many variations in name and spelling. Also referred to as “bok choy” . The plants have smooth, dark green leaf blades forming a cluster reminiscent of mustard or celery. Seeds germinate between 7 - 14 days and plants reach maturity within 40 – 80 days.
Leaf vegetables are typically low in calories, low in fat, high in protein per calorie, high in dietary fibre, high in iron and calcium, and very high in vitamin A, C, caretenoides, magnesium as well as vitamin K.
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New Herb Varieties Herbs Catnip Catnip (Nepeta cataria), belongs to the mint family. Herbs belonging to the mint family have a distinctive taste and aroma, and catnip herb is no exception. Catnip herb originated in Europe and slowly spread to other countries including America. During the spring and autumn the plant produces many white or light lilac flowers. Seeds germinate between 7 - 14 days and plants reach maturity within 14 weeks.
Herbs Borage
Herbs Spearmint
Borage, (Borago officinalis), also known as a starflower, is an annual herb . It grows to a height of 60–100 cm and is hairy all over the stems and leaves. Flowers are blue, although pink flowers are sometimes observed. In milder climates, borage will bloom continuously for most of the year. Seeds germinate between 7 - 14 days and plants reach maturity within 14 weeks.
Spearmint (Mentha spicata) is grown for its aromatic and carminative oil, referred to as oil of spearmint. They can flourish in full sun to partly shade. Spearmint is best suited to loamy soils with plenty of organic material. The seeds germinate between 7 - 14 days and plants reach maturity within 12 - 14 weeks.
Herb Seed Galore
Did you know? - Some people take catnip oil or herbs orally for treating nervousness, anxiety and insomnia. - Catnip is known to contain a chemical called nepetalactone which has a sedative effect on human beings. It relaxes cats and makes them playful. Cats love catnip. - Since catnip herb is known to repel insects, the herb is also used in pesticides. - The catnip plant repels mosquitoes and termites.
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Poppy Perfection Poppy White Linen and Purple Gleam Escholzia californica are annual herbaceous plants which do grow exceptionally well in full sun and well drained soil. Seeds germinate between 7 - 14 days and reach maturity within 14 weeks.
California Poppy selection Californian poppies have delightful single blooms, solitary on long stems with silky–textured petals. Poppies are a good choice for low-maintenance areas and will happily self-seed, appearing year after year. Poppies prefer sun and thrives in poor well-drained soil. Seeds germinate within 7 - 14 days and flowers within 14 - 18 weeks. The colourful flowers close their petals at night and in cold, windy weather and open again as the sun touches them the following morning, although they may remain closed in cloudy weather. The fruit are slender capsules which splits in two to release numerous small black or brown seeds.
Tip
California poppy is the state flower of California and people use the part that grows above the ground for medicine, mainly because it contains chemicals that might cause relaxation and sleepiness.
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Deadhead regularly to ensure a long flowering period.
Garden Care
Kelpak
Sea Secret
Kelpak Organic Seaweed Concentrate is a plant growth regulator that improves root, shoot and flower development of all indoor and outdoor plants.
An organic fish emulsion extract which provides a complete blend of natural soluble plant nutrients and essential trace elements for new and established plants.
Kelpak, Reg. No. L5756 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947
Sea Secret, Reg. No. B4319 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947
500mâ„“
Nutrisol
Natragro
This plant food is a liquid formulation of macro nutrients for healthy plant growth of all indoor and outdoor plants.
Derived from natural fresh seaweed. Natragro garden granules combine the benefits of powerful root stimulation plus supplying your plant with essential micro and macro nutrients. Used regularly it will promote healthy roots and improve foliage and flowering.
Nutrisol, Reg. No. K8591 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947
Nutrisol, Reg. No. B4338 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 500mâ„“
Turfgro Derived from natural fresh seaweed. Turfgro garden granules combine the benefits of powerful root stimulation plus supplying your plant with essential micro and macro nutrients. Used regularly it will promote healthy roots and improve foliage and flowering.
Turfgro, Reg. No. B4338 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947
SPRING NEWS 2012
New Kombat Products Kombat Wipe-out RTU
Kombat Cypermethrin Kombat Cypermethrin is an emulsifiable concentrate contact and stomach insecticide. For agriculture use on crops as indicated.
Kombat Wipe-out Sprayer is a ready-to-use non-selective foliar, systemic herbicide for the control of a wide range of annual and perennial weeds in home gardens.
Kombat Cypermethrin, Reg No. L7014 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Cypermethrin (pyrethroid) 200 g/ℓ
Kombat Wipe-out RTU, Reg No. L8583 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Glyphosate 16,4 g/ℓ Glyphosate Ammonium salt 18,1g/ℓ
500mℓ
PESTICIDE SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Kombat Ant Nest Granules A granular bait for the control of brown ant species in gardens and outside the house. The bait granules attract ants and is extremely light to carry back to the nest, for extended control. Sprinkle granules at estimated rate of 10g m².
• Read the label and follow instructions. • Wear protective clothing when applying pesticides.
Kombat Ant Dust Granules, Reg No. L8874 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Hydramethylnon (Amidinohydrozone) 7,3g/kg
• Wash with soap and water after applying. Irresponsible use of pesticides poses a risk to people and the environment
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New Kombat Products Single Dose Products Kombat Ant Free
Kombat Wipe-out SG
A liquid concentrate for the control of ants and other household pests.
Kombat Wipe-Out SG is a ready-to-use non-selective foliar, systemic herbicide for the control of a wide range of annual and perennial weeds in home gardens.
Kombat Ant Free, Reg. No. L8715 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Lambda cyhalothrin (pyrethroid) 100g/ℓ
Kombat Wipe-Out SG, Reg No. L8512 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Glyphosate ammonium salt 780g/kg
Kombat Fly Free
Kombat Milbeknock
A single dose concentrate for the control of flies and other household pests.
Contact and stomach acting acaracide for the control of mites on crops as listed.
Kombat Fly Free, Reg. No. L8716 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Lambda-cyhalothrin (pyrethroid) 100g/ℓ
Kombat Milbeknock, Reg. No. L6654 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Milbemectin 10g/ℓ
Kombat Mosquito Free
Kombat Roach Free
Controls mosquitos, fishmoths and other household pests. Kombat Mosquito Free, Reg. No L8717 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Alpha Cypermethrin 60g/ℓ
Kombat Fungi Free Contact fungicide for the control of black spot on roses. Kombat Fungi Free, Reg. No L8759 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Chlorothalonil (Phthalimide/phthalimied) 720g/ℓ
Controls cockroaches and other household pests.
Kombat Roach Free, Reg. No. L8714 Product registered under Act No. 36 of 1947 Active ingredient: Lambda-cyhalothrin (pyrethroid) 100g/ℓ
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