On Sun, 25 Jan 2004 22:05:46 +1100, "Andrew G"
wrote:


Cutting it off will guarantee the branch will die, whereas if you keep it
attached, and wrap it with something that can breath like old stockings or
similar. Add something for a splint too. It may just be enough to let them
ripen, then cut of the branch after.

Thanks. It was the owner of the local fruit and veggie shop who
suggested it :-)


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Regards.
Richard.