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In November I will be moving some Gooseberries because it is too shady for them.  According to the Bumblebees  conservation trust, wild strawberries are a good plant for bumblebees in shade.  Any ideas on how to grow these? (I am hoping to eat them as well).
I have noticed that snowdrops in this area take 3 weeks longer to flower than in full sun, it is that shady.

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In November I will be moving some Gooseberries because it is too shady for them.  According to the Bumblebees  conservation trust, comfrey is a good plant for bumblebees in shade but everything I can find on how to grow comfrey says it needs good sun.
Can it cope with heavy shade?  What is the best way to grow it?
I have noticed that snowdrops in this area take 3 weeks longer to flower than in full sun.

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Can anyone recommend a forum like this but on cooking and foodstuffs in general? There are plenty out there but would prefer a recommendation from someone's own experience.

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I have been given one of those barrel strawberry planters. I was told that they had problems keeping the compost moist. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to overcome this problem. Thanking you in advance.