Hello All, We were saddened to hear of the loss of George Tarry. He has been a friend of ours since our first visit to the UK in 1977. After that visit we agreed to exchange coloured slide programmes, representing…
Author: Lesley Ramsay, New Zealand
George Tarry
Hello All, For whatever reason we have not received the news of George Tarry’s death which was posted on Daffnet today by James Akers. Can anyone supply details of a contact person (probably Shirley his daughter) where messages can…
Late flowering
Hello All, I have just had a visit from Graham Phillips. His Cape Point is also in flower. He inspected my foliage and gave it unequivocal clearance. Graham has some very interesting theories as to why many Northern Hemisphere…
Cape Point
Hello All, Having stated that our season was over this bloom turned up. And what a lovely flower! This is not one of Brian’s recent introductions but is still a regular winner. This bloom was large and has wonderful…
Fwd: Epsom salts?
Hi Loyce. I believe that Epsom Salts is magnesium. We (the Late Max and me) believe that magnesium does improve colour of the blooms and the strength of the foliage. We use Caus-mag to get this important element into the…
New Zealand School Shows
Melissa asked me to send any comments on the School Projects to all. So here is what I sent to Bill recently. Peter Hi Bill, Yes, keep it simple with one bloom to a vase (or tube). Our Challenge Class…