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    Ask John Negus John has been answering reader queries for 50 years John will reply personally to all your gardening questions every week

    Nov 09, 2021 4 minutes

    While John sometimes advocates using chemicals against pests and diseases as the most effective means of control, organic options are sometimes available and we advise readers to go with their preferences

    Contact John Negus by email address below Email: amateurgardening@futurenet.com

    Looking after sweet pea seedlings

    Q I planted my sweet peas in early October and now they are 6-7in (15-18cm) high and beginning to waft around (I have small sticks supporting them). What should I do now?

    Sue Bodily (via email)

    A I am delighted that your sweet pea seedlings have grown apace.

    The next step is to remove the growing

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