Pat Patterson

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How to get rid of bamboo?

Q: Greetings. Do you have any tips or resources on helping rid, or at least control creeping bamboo? Digging up is partially helpful here, but a water pipe located below the main plant makes it problematic. Mainly want to ...

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When should I burn poison oak?

Q: We have several acres of land out near Elmira, Oregon and within that area there was a substantial amount of established poison oak when we purchased the property. I have been digging it out, including the roots, as much ...

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Are there male and female peppers?

Q: Are these statements true, or are they myths: Male peppers have 3 bumps and female peppers have 4 bumps and female peppers are full of seeds but are sweeter and better for eating raw, while males are better for cooking?

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Rutabagas harvest and storage suggestions?

Q: What is the best way to harvest and store rutabaga? Is it better to leave them until after the first light (like around 25-32°F) frost?

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