Tuber tube, rock and roller Oca
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simonj Rank attained: Pedunculate oak tree

Joined: 12 May 2010 Posts: 305 Location: Connemara
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Posted: Mon Apr 04, 2011 9:19 pm Post subject: Tuber tube, rock and roller Oca |
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Well, last year the Oca grew, but yield and size left a bit to be desired.
So, inspired by some potato growers, I've decided to take a shot at growing Oca in a tyre set-up.
Not going to go into details on that here as most will know the theory, and I've done a comprehensive guide on the blog - link in sig.
However, I recon the extra heat from the tyre/rock combo should increase size and yield, and there is the insulation factor from the rubber, as wall as an option to add a glass or transparent cover to increase temp.
If the result is poor, I dont think it's worth the hassle to grow out here. _________________ My Garden blog
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heno55 Rank attained: Hazel Tree

Joined: 13 Jun 2010 Posts: 49 Location: The White Country
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Posted: Tue Apr 05, 2011 8:09 am Post subject: |
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hi could you tell me what oca tastes like i am growing it this year for the first time inside the polytunnel, any hints about feeding/watering would be much apriciated |
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simonj Rank attained: Pedunculate oak tree

Joined: 12 May 2010 Posts: 305 Location: Connemara
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Posted: Wed Apr 06, 2011 12:35 am Post subject: |
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Its also known as New Zealand Yam, tastes like apple/carrot/citrus raw, or kinda nutty when roasted. Great with lamb or fish.
For advice on growing it, well worth visiting oca-testbed.blogspot.com.
One important note, it does not begin to tuber up until after the Autumn equinox, when the dark hours get longer than daylight hours. _________________ My Garden blog
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