shady patch

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by linny, May 4, 2009.

  1. linny

    linny Apprentice Gardener

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    does anyone know what veg i can plant in a shady / part shady part of my garden.:scratch:
     
  2. Rhyleysgranny

    Rhyleysgranny Gardener

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    I am not a huge vegetable grower so I don't claim any expertise but I found this.
    beetroot, calabrese, kale, kohl rabi, lettuce, radish, spinach and herbs - chives, mint and parsley are all shade tolerant. Fruit such as raspberries, blackcurrants, gooseberry and rhubarb are plants of the woodland edge and will thrive in this environment.
    If the shade is caused by trees, improve the soil as tree roots remove a lot nutrients and water. Work in plenty of well rotted organic matter
     
  3. Flinty

    Flinty Gardener

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    I'd agree with Rhyeysgranny and just add that if you've got any doubts, go for veg that reaches maturity quickly. Then the shade doesn't seem to matter so much.
     
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