SmiffySomewhat oddly, I did mean 10 litres! I have other, bigger containers (as you say, small dustbin sized) but I found that just the one...
Traditionally, I believe that you plant your first spuds on Good Friday, so you are a bit late for this year! Have a look at some of the other...
The NutI only started growing potatoes in containers this year. I tried several methods and three different varieties of potato.My suggestion...
My Duke of York were absolutely cracking: big crop, good shape. International Kidney very variable in size: some giants, some tiny. I was...
I agree. I have grown aubergine outside against a hot wall but only got a small crop because the English Summer is not long enough or hot enough....
I have found that in very wet conditions it is worth picking off the dead flower as otherwise it forms a damp pad and can encourage the courgette...
Might try that. We have Willows in this area and it is low lying and near a river so they should take off easily.
I can't find that offer on their website. Is it only available in-store?
I tend to agree. I presume that it is the same effect you would get from earthing up the plants. I shall certainly cover these and hope for a...
My Cara are producing seed pods after flowering, in the normal way. (I am removing these to encourage growth to go to the tubers).My...
Full marks to all those who suggested slugs. A handful of slug pellets last night, and this morning I have at least 6 fat (dead) slugs and...
Dai I have a big slug problem in this area (a big problem, not a big slug) and there may be a trace of slug/snail slime around beneath some of the...
Update on the compost area. Jerusalem artichokes working well but I need them a bit denser - should be OK next year.[img]
Divided a root from a relation's garden last year, dug it a nice pit with lots of goodies in it, took off like a rocket until.......Something...
I use a shop-bought incinerator which is very good for small amounts but soon clogs up with ash if you burn a lot.With respect to fires - it is...
PeteSorry - BROWN Turkey of course. I was thinking laterally about fattening up a bird for Christmas!When I get round to moving my shed...
mojoThanks for the heads up - I'll take a look.
MaltaronIf you are still around....Did you get the pump and was it successful? I have a similar requirement, hence the interest.
kristenPoint taken about the syphon effect, but I want to load up a barrel or similar container so I would need another few feet of lift. Also,...
I'm finding the big problem is the constant high winds. Even my staked tomato plants are taking a battering, and unsupported peppers and chillies...
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