The original concept of Winter sowing uses see through milk cartons and large plastic drinks bottles and is a great way to occupy yourself through the cold dark Winter months when there's not much that can be done at the allotment. Traditionally in the United States and Canada these types of mini greenhouses are made by cutting the carton halfway round leaving about 2cm as … [Read more...] about How to make a mini greenhouse for winter sowing
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Planting Plan
This UK zone 8 allotment planting plan follows a mainly 'raise and plant' method whereby seeds are sown indoors in cells. As soon as leaves have developed then seedlings are to be placed outdoors undercover for hardening off. When seedlings are strong enough - usually from around four weeks from sowing - they are then planted outdoors into dig … [Read more...] about Planting Plan