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    STARTING OFF SEEDS

    Oct 24, 2018 4 minutes

    There is no doubt that seed sown direct in the ground often results in stronger, sturdier plants that go on to crop well. However, if you only have a small plot where every plant counts, it can often make sense to start seeds in containers first. This gives them a better chance of survival and, where necessary, allows the use of a warm propagator to get them to germinate.

    “The area you choose should be a sunny spot with well dug and raked soil to create a really light, crumbly surface”

    THE NURSERY SEED BED

    This is special area of ground you devote to sowing specific crops. Once they are

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