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Greenhouses
Started this discussion. Last reply by John Yeoman Sep 18, 2010. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I am looking to get a greenhouse(how exciting!!!) Does anyone have any tips on things to do or not to do? What to look for or not to waste my money on? Or even a recommendation on companies to buy…Continue
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Karen O'Donoghue joined Debi Williamson's group
Preserving and cooking!!!
A group to promote the preserving of the fruits and veg of our labour!!! To swap recipes, hints and tips!
Karen O'Donoghue joined Gillian Carson's group
Seed Swaps
A place to swap seeds with other gardeners. Just post your seed swap in the discussion and once you have found someone to swap with send your seed.
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Book Club
Whether it's a book about how to get the best from your plot, a specialist tome, or a fab cookbook for either fruit or veg, this is the place to have a chat about it!
Karen O'Donoghue replied to Debi Williamson's discussion This year I want to learn about ...."I am the proud owner of a greenhouse.......woooohooooooo(well I will be when my husband goes and collects it at the weekend) The best part is that it didn't cost me a thing, I sold loads on ebay and raised the same as the greenhouse cost. I am…"
Karen O'Donoghue joined Richard Walton's group
Chilli Lovers Group
A forum for the ever increasing band of folk who just love both growing and cooking with chillies
Karen O'Donoghue replied to Debi Williamson's discussion This year I want to learn about ...."Thanks Debi. No luck as yet, they are all going for far too much money so I keep getting outbid. I imagine they will become alot more expensive over the next few months so think I will have to bite the finacial bullet and just go for it. "
Karen O'Donoghue replied to Debi Williamson's discussion This year I want to learn about ...."Pretty much everything! A big learning curve-how exciting! Bidding on a greenhouse so here is hoping."
Karen O'Donoghue replied to Rob Duffin's discussion Bees"Hi
I am thinking of keeping bees next year. My main concern was- do bees and small children go together? After talking to an experienced bee keeper and doing a bit of research it turns out the bees shouldn't be bothered by my little darlings.…"
Karen O'Donoghue replied to Karen Spray's discussion Chickens in shady area"That is such great news. I should spread the word about wanting a greenhouse!
You will be surprised how easy keeping chickens are. I felt a stronge sense of responsibilty when ours arrived, similar to when our daughter was born, but there was no…"
Karen O'Donoghue replied to Karen Spray's discussion Chickens in shady area"Our two beauties, Felma and Louise, live under tress. When we were deciding where to put their run in the garden we decided to place it next to a big bush that they climb underneath when it is either hot or cold, almost like their summer house!
The…"
John Yeoman replied to Karen O'Donoghue's discussion Greenhouses"As one much afflicted with a greenhouse, I'd say the golden rules are: 1. get the biggest one you can afford. You'll soon run out of space. 2. Make sure it's grounded solidly in cement that doesn't flake away in the first storm.…"
Barry D replied to Karen O'Donoghue's discussion Greenhouses"The best advice I never took on greenhouses was to figure out what size you think you need - then get the next biggest one! You always run out of room!
As regards what type - my advice would be to get glass (plastic things are a hassle to clean),…"
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