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3 of the the best vegetables for early sowing in late Winter and early Spring

14 March 2021 by Allotment Bloke

multi sown onions

As a keen gardener starting off the new season with early sowings in late Winter and early Spring is a key priority. The valuable time gains made from sowing seeds undercover means early harvests in the summer and the chance to plan and grow a second set of vegetables for Autumn and Winter harvests. It also allows plants to become hardy before being planted out in … [Read more...] about 3 of the the best vegetables for early sowing in late Winter and early Spring

How to make a mini greenhouse for winter sowing

6 February 2021 by Allotment Bloke

Finished mini greenhouse

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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