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growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin
Started this discussion. Last reply by John Martin Jan 24. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I'm a beginner so my questions are very basic! When growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin, should I keep the lid on. Are the potatoes free from risk of frost or should I keep the bin in the…Continue
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John Martin replied to Wendy Barkess's discussion growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin"Hi Iris
The only other piece of advice I would add to the excellent advice already posted is to check what variety of potato you are growing and are they "earlies, 2nd Earlies or main crop" as this will determine how long they…"
Darren Blick replied to Wendy Barkess's discussion growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin"As Colin said, it is a bit early yet
End of March, earlier April will be when most people will be looking to plant
If you want organic only, use chicken pellets as Colin mentioned. Mix a handle full up with some compost prior to filling your bin
I…"
Flighty replied to Wendy Barkess's discussion growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin"Hello, and welcome to the forum.
This webpage should be helpful - Growing Potatoes in Containers"
Colin Robinson replied to Wendy Barkess's discussion growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin"Hi and welcome.
If you keep the lid on the plants will not get any light, so no. You can protect them with fleece if it looks like frosts are forecast. If you keep them in an unheated greenhouse that will give much more protection than if outside.…"
Wendy Barkess posted a status"Also, when cleaning pots for this year's use, should I clean with some kind of antiseptic? If so, what?
Isis"
Wendy Barkess posted a discussiongrowing seed potatoes in a plastic bin
I'm a beginner so my questions are very basic! When growing seed potatoes in a plastic bin, should I keep the lid on. Are the potatoes free from risk of frost or should I keep the bin in the (unheated) greenhouse? What organic fertiliser is best and easily available for this purpose? Can I plant them now? IsisSee More
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- At 1:00 on January 24, 2012, John Martin said…
Hi there
I hope you enjoy the forum. There is a lot of information and help out there so do not be frightened to ask for help
John
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