What are we doing in the garden 2025

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by Loofah, Jan 2, 2025.

  1. shiney

    shiney President, Grumpy Old Men's Club Staff Member

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    Mrs Shiney filled one wheelie bin with Hellebore leaves (we have a lot of Hellebores :whistle:) and I continued to clear the leaves, moss and weeds from the rhubarb patch. I managed to fill half a wheelie bin before having to pack up and try and stand up straight - not too successful with that last part! :sad:

    I need to get my back to work again before Saturday when I shall be getting some well rotted manure from a friend who has a nearby farm. She has an open day for people to come and take what they want. The heap is usually about 30' long, 10' wide and 6' or 7' high.

    I shall attempt to get a boot full - hopefully in bags :heehee:
     
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    • LunarSea

      LunarSea Front Garden Curator

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      I've certainly found it to be @AuntyRach. But I've been shredding down whole branches so lots of brown as well as green.
       
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      • CanadianLori

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        I just use compost/potting soil similar to miracle gro . I buy another less "gnatty" and twiggy brand. Blocks are so extremely efficient. I bought my makers many years ago and have never regretted that decision.

        Once you get the soil/water mix right, you'll find you can make several trays in minutes. I line my trays with paper towel to aid water distribution after the original make. The paper simply disintegrates at just the right time.

        Use your favourite mix and have fun. You'll be potting up in no time because the blocks erase the tedious pricking out exercise.

        Please keep us in the loop about how you do with them :)
         
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