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Hi,
I am Peet van Wyk from South Africa. I live on a smallholding, 2 hectare, mostly cultivating and selling Vetiver (Chrysopogon Zizanioides).
 
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Hi Peet,

Welcome to Permies.
 
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Welcome to Permies,

I have to admit that I'm not familiar with Vetiver, may I ask what it is utilized for?

I feel like I have a rabbit hole to jump down for the day now haha.
 
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Hi Peet,
Welcome to Permies!
I have heard of Vetiver grass, but think it suited to warmer climes than mine! I am trying growing Miscanthus at the moment for biomass. One of my plants is starting to increase, so a qualified success there....
 
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Welcome to Permies! So nice to meet you. I wish you great success as...autumn begins there? (Spring is in full swing here! Melons getting planted in a week or so!)
 
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Welcome Peet!
 
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It's like being on a deserted island - only with gardens and natural buildings in Montana
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