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I have an allotment and am thinking of moving them but would they cope?
Would it be easier to just buy some? I am not too sure if I like these varieties that much.
QuoteI have an allotment and am thinking of moving them but would they cope? I see no reason why not!QuoteWould it be easier to just buy some? I am not too sure if I like these varieties that much. That's is a question that only you can answer But personally I would say if you have the space try it, and if after a couple of years you are not satisfied then replace them.
Purely out of interest, what varieties do you have?
Thank you all for the words of advice. If I do move them - how should I do it?
Quote from: Beersmith on December 27, 2018, 20:33:31Purely out of interest, what varieties do you have?My favourite zingy apples are Ashmeads Kernel (AGM), William Crump (a non-mealy red!), Orleans Reinette & Ribston Pippin & Court of Wick (all 3 similar to, but better and far easier than Cox), Pitmaston Pineapple, Ross Nonpareil, Suntan... and Darcy Spice (but not on heavy soil like mine - it can be shy). As a keeper I'd recommend Sturmer Pippin - also good cooked though it's a waste. All but the newest of these were recommended by Bunyard. . . . create a family tree for the 2 or 3 earlies you like best. This latter strategy is how I'm rationalising my earlies.
Their roots may be quite potbound and restricted, I would soak them, and spend some time teasing the roots apart before you plant them on the allotment, if that is what you decide in the end.
Thank you, sorry I didn't see this one How long should I soak them for? A few hours?
Quote from: davholla on December 29, 2018, 11:20:28Quote from: galina on December 27, 2018, 22:31:49Their roots may be quite potbound and restricted, I would soak them, and spend some time teasing the roots apart before you plant them on the allotment, if that is what you decide in the end. Thank you, sorry I didn't see this one How long should I soak them for? A few hours?Quote from: davholla on December 29, 2018, 11:20:28Quote from: galina on December 27, 2018, 22:31:49Their roots may be quite potbound and restricted, I would soak them, and spend some time teasing the roots apart before you plant them on the allotment, if that is what you decide in the end. Thank you, sorry I didn't see this one How long should I soak them for? A few hours?Overnight in the bath tub unless you have a very large Belfast sink or similar. A bit messy, but this might be the only way to get all the roots immersed. Soaking them without the pots is more effective than still inside the pots
Quote from: galina on December 27, 2018, 22:31:49Their roots may be quite potbound and restricted, I would soak them, and spend some time teasing the roots apart before you plant them on the allotment, if that is what you decide in the end. Thank you, sorry I didn't see this one How long should I soak them for? A few hours?