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Subject: Urfa siyah fig Replies: 24
Posted By: Enigma Views: 444
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by ercan_bilgi


Dear Enigma,
I don't want to start history discussion here with another figger friend from other countries,so it is better relpy this question privately.
Thanks


Very wise but maybe discussions about 'enemies' and 'independence' should not be raised at all, particularly in today's climate given the recent statements from the Turkish president.

No need to send me a PM. Thanks.

Let's stick to figs.

Subject: Urfa siyah fig Replies: 24
Posted By: Enigma Views: 444
 
Just curious, who were the oppressors that you gained independence from?

Subject: Dalmatie (Belleclare) very sweet! Replies: 17
Posted By: Enigma Views: 796
 
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Originally Posted by FiggyFrank
Enigma,

I've read previous posts on the argument of this variety name, and while I agree that it isn't the Greek VS, I didn't want to create more confusion on where mine originated from (Belleclare).


I appreciate what you are saying and understand however, mentioning 'Vasilika' even with a caveat does not help members that may not be aware of the misnaming errors of the past and it doesn't correct things for the future. It would be correct to call it Dalmatie or Dalmatie Belleclare.

I really think it is our responsibility to correctly identify errors wherever possible particularly for newer members otherwise the problems just continue. Unfortunately, this is the case with many varieties as you know yet this one is easily identified by the shape of the fruit and lobes, shape of the leaf.

Main responsibilty falls on sellers who refuse to acknowledge this fact and want people to believe it is Vasilika but we should try to fix these errors wherever possible. In this case, there's no argument Frank and it's straightforward so it should not be called Vasilika.

Also, as I have said before, Dalmatie is a great fig anyway so nobody should have any reluctance to refer to it by it's correct name.

Subject: Bad eBay Seller '9090ZZZ' aka 'AussieBackyardGardener40' Replies: 11
Posted By: Enigma Views: 811
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by kausikck76
Thanks to Enigma to bring it to our attention. It is very unfortunate that someone pretend to be fig enthusiast and collector can actually cheat other fellow members. They should be named and shamed. There are still lot of good sellers out there who is selling good quality cuttings. Next year before rare fruit society meeting let me know if you want me pick up some cuttings from there. Just pay for the cost. I can do that for fellow members. Hopefully in coming years I can share some of my collection with others. The trees are still very young but they should be ready soon. Take care. Kausik


Thanks Kausik & much appreciated.  You are the third member here to offfer goodwill since my post above.  I have mostly met good people since my fig journey commenced.  However, I just wanted to warn others and it may be worthwhile if people post their bad (and good) experiences with sellers. 

It's so ironic how we both and others actually tried to help this jerk, isn't it?

I will keep the SARFS offer in mind come next winter

Subject: Bad eBay Seller '9090ZZZ' aka 'AussieBackyardGardener40' Replies: 11
Posted By: Enigma Views: 811
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by mocatta
Them cuttings look so old plus ur right them cuttings r the ones on hes wish list,no way he got them in Austraila maybe from overseas and they might not be true too name anyway.Did u scratch the cutting too see if there green.


The ones in this listing apparently had no cambium green. Mine were on their last legs. Trust me mate, I have done my homework and research and wouldn't have posted all these facts if they were not true.

Subject: Bad eBay Seller '9090ZZZ' aka 'AussieBackyardGardener40' Replies: 11
Posted By: Enigma Views: 811
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by mocatta
Been there done that,bidded on some Blue Provence cuttings two years later its a white Geno what a waste off time lol.What did he claim he was selling.


It's possible many have been caught like you say Mocatta but this is a bit different where the guy came on here, drew on people's knowledge and willingness to help and a few weeks later goes on to fraudulently sell the very same varieties he was after. The cuttings are not what they are reported to be and are old, dried and useless.

Here is one of his listings;

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FIG-CUTTINGS-5-FIG-VARIETIES-SOME-RARE-/121450202838

Subject: Bad eBay Seller '9090ZZZ' aka 'AussieBackyardGardener40' Replies: 11
Posted By: Enigma Views: 811
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by drphil69
Thanks.  Sadly, fig cuttings are an easy target.  It can take a year or more to find out if its a fake.


Of course, however with some people you know it's worth the risk.  I am probably also angry at myself for not being 'in the zone' for this transaction.  I regretted it as soon as I made a bid.  Somewhat embarrassed but happy to help others.

Subject: Bad eBay Seller '9090ZZZ' aka 'AussieBackyardGardener40' Replies: 11
Posted By: Enigma Views: 811
 

Some days ago I briefly touched on a bad eBay experience.  Although I am mainly posting this for the benefit of fellow Australians, I thought it may assist others to help identify scumbags that take advantage of good people.

Some of you may recall a poster named 'AussieBackyardGardener40' who basically 'begged' at almost every post and thread for cuttings, particularly VDB, Verte, RDB, Negronne and others.  I will not bore you by posting some of his history but I do recall being suspicious at some of his posts. If interested, you can search for his postings yourselves.  Anyway, I am quite sure ‘9090zzz’ and ‘AussieBackyardGardener40’ are the same person or at the very least, working together.

I have sent messages to both '9090zzz' and 'AussieBackyaredGardener40' to respond within 24 hours.  It has now been at least 3 days but alas, I have not recieved a response from neither parties and nor has anyone else.

Anyway, I have spoken to numerous people that have had dealings with '9090zzz' on eBay.  I have compiled some evidence and unfortunately one guy got stung for over $100AUD.  He actually bought 5 varieties from him and is adamant that they are all old and worthless cuttings as were mine.  We are confident that this seller has sold unknown commons as good varieties. The seller did not want to accept PayPal so we are caught out to some extent.  Therefore, I am not 'stabbing in the dark' with any of my comments or assertions.

There were/are numerous red-flags including;

1. Not replying to messages before or after auction.
2. Suddenly having these great varieties to begin with.
3. Cuttings appeared to come from established trees.
4. I bought 3 cuttings yet he sent me 6. Why would you for such a sought after variety?
5. If these cuttings are from established trees and are in demand, why hasn’t he put up more for sale?
6. Why would he buy 'unknown varieties' from 'figalot' In Adelaide and 'serres11' in Sydney if he had these great varieties?
7. No sender’s name of address on the satchel.
8. With hindsight, the varieties this guy had are identical with the varieties a new poster was ‘AussieBacktyardGardener40’.
9. '9090zzz’ and ‘AussieBackyardGardener40’ are both from Melbourne.
10. 'AussieBackyardGardener40’ suddenly disappeared from the forum around the time or just prior to the listings on eBay.
11. Claimed to ‘not understanding’ PayPal even though his account has been opened for some time.  Personally, I don’t like PayPal either but I don’t claim to ‘not understanding’ it.
12. A guy that sold to ‘9090zzz’ has verified that he and 'AussieBackyardGardener40’ are the same person.

Hope this has helped at least one person to avoid a scumbag in the future.

Subject: Australian fig cuttings to sell me? Replies: 16
Posted By: Enigma Views: 1,311
 
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Originally Posted by AussieBackyardGardener40
Enigma - you have misread and misunderstood what I've typed and I don't appreciate your wrong assertions thankyou.


Actually, I don't think I have misread anything. I and others have tried to give you sound advice and to help you stay out of trouble. Not until now have you acknowledged taking up the advice and recommendations. Glad you have listened to some of it though and once again, I do wish you all the best. This forum is all about helping people, particularly to get started. As a final piece of advice, I confirm what was mentioned in another post by Rafed; it's not wise to flaunt how you propose to break quarantine rules on a public forum. Posts are
traceable. Cheers.

Subject: Australian fig cuttings to sell me? Replies: 16
Posted By: Enigma Views: 1,311
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by kausikck76
Rarefruit socitey normally sells their cutting once a year. I was there on the last meeting and able to get some of those cuttings myself. Cuttings are 2$ for each of them. There was atleast 10 varities to choose from.

I picked up 3 cuttings of Red Conandria, Lemon Lennie and Schombergk ( A made up name by Tony Stevens). There were other varities like Green Ischia , Yellow Ischia.

The guy who is selling at ebay will have pay atleast 6$ for the cuttings and plus ebay fees and his time to be actually there to collect all thiese varities to share. I agree with Enigma, if somebody likes to improve their collection they have to pay, you can't rely on charity all the time.

I agree it is hard to get all these exciting varities here, but it is out there and you need to be patient to find them. I successfully acquire several of these varieties this session. I will post later about that.
So keep hunting and good luck.


I understand the seller mentioned is a mate of yours and your comments are based on fact. I bought a few cuttings of his green fig last week and was very happy with the price and service. For the record, I am a pensioner but there are plenty of reasonable ways to get cuttings in Australia without breaking the bank.

Subject: Australian fig cuttings to sell me? Replies: 16
Posted By: Enigma Views: 1,311
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by AussieBackyardGardener40
Thanks for the tips guys.

Thanks Enigma just looked at ebay now after you letting me know - that particular seller had gone to the SA Rare Fruit Fig grafting session that fortnight ago and obviously got a whole heap of varieties.

Word on the street is that you can buy bundles for only $2 - BUT - as you said you have to be physically there at the meeting held somewhere in SA and be a member of their rare SA fruit society AND its only held one or twice only a year!   

Should I EVER travel overseas again, I know what I'll be doing - I'll be taking cuttings of figs everywhere and buying all the stuff from nurseries of fig varieties and then posting them back home to myself (yes I will take the gamble!)   Really, that is what the early settlers and the mid centry migrants did when transferring to a new country.  They got away with it, and I will try!!  


Last night there was also another guy in Sydney selling cuttings. Anyway, regardless of how much the Adelaide person paid for them (and I don't doubt you), he's still selling them at a reasonable price. So if you want to expand your collection, why not pay for them? You have to expect to pay something if you want named varieties but you're willing to risk more serious costs; then what else can I say? A couple of us also told you where to get Peter's Honey for a reasonable price but I have a feeling that doesn't suit you either. We all want to get something for nothing in our lives but sometimes that just isn't possible.

Enough from me on this and I'm not having a go, just trying to make things clearer for you. I think we've done our best to help you. Good luck again.