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Old April 11, 2012   #10
ArcherB
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I've grew JD for the first time last year. It was one of the best producers in my garden, although, the taste didn't exactly knock my socks off. It was very good, it didn't compare to Cherokee Purple of Brandywine Sudduth. Of course, we all know that taste is subjective and can be affected by several factors.

I'm growing it again this year, but shortly after planting it out, sow bugs (or doodle bugs, pill bugs, whatever you want to call them) tore the plant up. There was nothing left but the main stem. I was about to pull it and replace it when I noticed leaves coming out. I decided to leave it and see what happens. Given how late it is to starting plants from basically nothing, I do not have high hopes for it this year. From now on, I will spray when I plant out. I hate to do it, but what's the point of being pesticide free if you have no plants survive.
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