Too late for Sprouts?

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  1. David G

    David G Gardener

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    Hi All

    Is it too late to sow some sprout seeds, I can start them in the greenhouse in peat pots if that will speed things up a bit and save root disturbance.

    I have 2 packets of seeds F1 Brigitte (Suttons) or Eversham Special Mr Fothergill's

    Worth a try or not??

    Dave
     
  2. Kristen

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    My opinion = too late ...

    (Can you change this post to a Poll maybe??)
     
  3. Makka-Bakka

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    I have just transplanted my plants (8) into the plot,which is the normal time of the year for me.

    And they grow into large plants by Christmas time,with lots of sprouts.
    Six weeks from sowing the the seeds to planting out, so as you live south from me I would certainly give it a bash, then you will know in future the time to sow!
    But do not go and sow both packets full, only some from each packet will be enough, and don't forget to label them.
    Experience is wonderful!
    Post on here how you get on, either if you succeed or fail, I would like to know!

    Cherrio!!!!
     
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    I would go for it David, it just means they will crop later.:thumb:
     
  5. tweaky

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    Nowt like sprouts at Christmas...its the gas you know.
     
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    What if you`ve only got electric?:confused::D
     
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  8. David G

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    OK they are in I have only planted 4 of each to see how they go.

    They are in peat pots in the greenhouse. Roll on Christmas lets see if I get a picking then!!

    Thanks for the encouragement

    Dave
     
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