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Title: What to germinate now
Post by: ChrisBro on June 30, 2009, 21:15:16
Hello, as you know I recently got my first allotment, things are going ahead light speed at the mo and should be ready for my first bed to be put in in a couple of weeks (fibgers crossed!)

What should I germinate now at home in posts ready for these beds?

I know Im a bit late for most things so what would you all reccomend to get going now?

Thanks in advance

Chris
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: Plot69 on June 30, 2009, 21:18:52
Mushrooms should be OK. Although they do better in logs rather than posts but it's worth a try.

Sorry Chris, couldn't resist it.
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: kt. on June 30, 2009, 21:45:32
Late spring cauliflowers
Spring radish
Lettuce
Beetroot
Possibly a late variety of peas
Swede
Spring onions
Marathon calabrese (Harvest Oct/Nov)

Next month you can start with sowing broadbeans for overwinter,
new potatoes in containers. Ready for Xmas.
September you can plant overwintering onion sets,  Strawberry plants
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: Baaaaaaaa on June 30, 2009, 22:17:43
Quote from: Plot69 on June 30, 2009, 21:18:52
Mushrooms should be OK. Although they do better in logs rather than posts but it's worth a try.

Sorry Chris, couldn't resist it.

Oh right, pots / posts.  Took me a few re-reads to work it out.
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: northener on June 30, 2009, 22:21:54
Turnips,carrots,beetroot and a new one for me kohl rabi.
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: Psi (Pronounced 'Si'!) on July 01, 2009, 08:34:35
Florence fennel, turnips, radish, kale, french beans

possibly pumpkins if you are quick...
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: ChrisBro on July 01, 2009, 09:31:40
Quote from: Plot69 on June 30, 2009, 21:18:52
Mushrooms should be OK. Although they do better in logs rather than posts but it's worth a try.

Sorry Chris, couldn't resist it.


ha ha ha well spotted, Im always making mistakes, type too quickly lol

Thanks for all your suggestions guys, off into town ina bit see what seeds I can grab.
Title: Re: What to germinate now
Post by: Barnowl on July 01, 2009, 12:06:29
Pak Choi