SteveC
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Post by SteveC on Jan 6, 2008 16:22:29 GMT
Back last spring I asked about a new veg plot I was thinking about. Today  I've finally got round to creating it. It's only 12x6 feet, but I have marked it out,  stripped the turf  and double dug it.  The problem now is that just about every part of me is aching! I think that some seed ordering therapy (or possibly beer) is in order. For those who followed my earlier thread, the first photo was taken from the East and the last is almost facing due South. I've been checking the sun over the summer (not very often of course!) and I think most of the bed will get enough. Roll on the spring! Steve |
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Post by snowowl on Jan 6, 2008 16:40:03 GMT
Well done Steve looks like a perfect plot for a veg garden.Youv done all the hard work now enjoy the seed ordering and rest ;D
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Post by flowersfriend on Jan 6, 2008 16:48:08 GMT
Its lovely Steve, I just love to see "just dug soil."...theres something......earthy about it . Not a weed in sight...yet  |
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Post by Rosefriend on Jan 6, 2008 17:17:57 GMT
Yes, yes and yes .....marvellous - how I wish I had the room to do that...
So - what are you going to plant ...can we all help.....I have loads of ideas even if I haven't got the room...
RF
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Post by Shrubrose on Jan 6, 2008 17:35:22 GMT
Oh, I can see you extending that plot Steve once you get going with the veg! ;D
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SteveC
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Post by SteveC on Jan 6, 2008 17:41:37 GMT
This is already the second veg patch, Shrubrose! ;D Here's the old one (looking a bit tatty, but it was November)  As for what I'm going to plant... Beetroot, Celery, Celeriac, Broad Beans, Peas, Shallots, Parsnips, Chard, Leeks... And there will potatoes and tomatoes and chillies in containers... And there are herbs on the patio... But all suggestions gratefully received! S |
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Post by Dutchy on Jan 6, 2008 18:05:37 GMT
Well done Steve! ( beer is cheaper and more fun than therapy) That GH of yours will overflow before you can plant all out ;D I would love to get updates as I am a veg virgin and starting my own veg-stravaganza. I have sowed the first broad beans indoors and once they grow I will transport them to the cold frame. It's all new to me and so thrilling. And I am bound to make quite some mistakes |
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Post by Shrubrose on Jan 6, 2008 18:56:25 GMT
There you go then Steve. I'm psychic, in reverse!!!! ;D
Why dont you try some cabbage as well? - dead easy and absolutely gorgeous. You see them sitting there, getting bigger by the week and the anticipation (as with all veg.) is huge and the eating even better. ;D
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Post by Chuckles on Jan 6, 2008 18:56:38 GMT
Back last spring I asked about a new veg plot I was thinking about. Today I've finally got round to creating it. It's only 12x6 feet, but I have marked it out, stripped the turf and double dug it. The problem now is that just about every part of me is aching! I think that some seed ordering therapy (or possibly beer) is in order. For those who followed my earlier thread, the first photo was taken from the East and the last is almost facing due South. I've been checking the sun over the summer (not very often of course!) and I think most of the bed will get enough. Roll on the spring! Steve Brilliant Steve, top effort  I reckon a couple of beers whilst doing the seed ordering is definately on the agenda ;D and well deserved too. Now you've got veg bed 2 well under way I reckon you should start a thread in here with those fab photo's My Garden/Allotment and keep us all up to date with progress |
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Post by Jardack on Jan 6, 2008 19:36:34 GMT
wow! I am seriously impressed, looks like you have had a very busy day Hope you are enjoying a nice cold beer now and not aching too much tomorrow (or your head from the beer!) Jardack |
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Post by jean on Jan 6, 2008 19:51:19 GMT
Nice one Steve ;D watch out though, as the aching will be worse tomorrow  What are you going to do with the turf ? its just that if you have room to make a pile (green surface to green surface) and can leave it till next year you will end up with some lovely loam |
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Post by Tig on Jan 6, 2008 19:55:27 GMT
Nice one Steve plenty of space for more veggies!
I have decided that I want another plot dug in my garden - are you free next Saturday? ;D Tig
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SteveC
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Post by SteveC on Jan 6, 2008 20:10:24 GMT
- are you free next Saturday? ;D Tig If I'm lucky I'll be able to walk next Saturday! ;D |
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Post by Barbara on Jan 7, 2008 8:27:01 GMT
lucky you, i dont have enough room, but we can watch your's progress. |
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Post by Pip on Jan 7, 2008 9:46:13 GMT
Well done Steve and I look forward to seeing it full of veg.
I am happy to say that I let my son do all the digging for me these days, and I have also learnt not to tell him in advance that some needs doing!!
Pip
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Post by Ladygardener on Jan 12, 2008 17:28:27 GMT
well done for doing it all Steve, looking forward to hearing how your sowing and planting goes. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2008 18:09:34 GMT
Brilliant job Steve, enjoy your beer while looking through seed sites, cant wait to see it full of veg.
Karen
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Post by Weeterrier on Jan 12, 2008 18:13:13 GMT
Well done Steve. I am jealous  |
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Post by Dutchy on Jan 12, 2008 19:31:03 GMT
Why is there no smiley that gives some one a massage? You'll have to make do with this  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2008 19:54:10 GMT
That looks brilliant Steve. It's what we're planning on doing, although I think our plots will be a bit narrower. Lovely photos.
Fran
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I've finally got round to creating it. It's only 12x6 feet, but I have marked it out, 
I reckon a couple of beers whilst doing the seed ordering is definately on the agenda ;D and well deserved too.
What are you going to do with the turf ? its just that if you have room to make a pile (green surface to green surface) and can leave it till next year you will end up with some lovely loam 
