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Title: Hessian
Post by: tilts on May 02, 2008, 14:24:45
I have been offered some length of hessian, would it be possible to use it as a path?  Any other ideas for its use?
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: mrf94 on May 02, 2008, 14:32:20
I keep a lenth on top of my cold frame it doubles up as blanket at night if needed and shade cloth during the day , Again if needed.


mrf94
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: saddad on May 02, 2008, 15:25:39
You could always make sacks for your spuds...
;D
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: davyw1 on May 02, 2008, 19:31:16
Or even put manure in it and suspend it in your water barrels
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: betula on May 02, 2008, 19:57:40
Yes I would make sacks for spuds.Very useful :)
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: star on May 03, 2008, 21:59:45
Quote from: tilts on May 02, 2008, 14:24:45
I have been offered some length of hessian, would it be possible to use it as a path?  Any other ideas for its use?

A pretty rag rug for yer shed ;D ;D ;D

Backing for a fine tapestry ;D ;D ;D



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Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: GrannieAnnie on May 04, 2008, 00:38:48
If hessian is the same as burlap I think it would rot quickly using it on a path. Maybe suspend it over shade loving crop like lettuce in mid-summer to extend its season a bit?
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: Robert_Brenchley on May 04, 2008, 09:18:00
It definitely rots fast if it's damp all the time. It's good for smoker fuel when it's half rotten.
Title: Re: Hessian
Post by: kt. on May 06, 2008, 00:29:49
I use it to cover beds through the winter that are not being used, until I am ready to use them the following spring.  Keeps weeds down ;)