We try hard not to waste plastic in the nursery. Some plug plants already come in returnable rays. The non-returnables get used and re-used on the nursery for our own propagating until they finally fall to bits. We are always happy to take back any pots and trays that come...
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Downside Plant Nursery News
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Keep Watering
We are in the middle of a heat wave and there is no rain in the forecast, so keep watering! A good soak from time to time is better than frequent dribbles; avoid using a fine spray nozzle as wetting the leaves is no good – you need to get...
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Vegetables and Salad
Vegetables We will try and keep lettuce plants in stock until the autumn. Even ‘cut-and-come-again’ types will run to seed eventually and need replacing. Runner beans are reaching the tops of their canes now. Keep pinching the tops out as this will encourage new growth from the base and avoid...
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Trees – do you need to order your favourite?
Our suppliers, Frank Matthews have already started taking orders for the autumn. We shall have a good selection on the nursery as usual but if you have set your heart on anything scarce or rare, please let us know now so we have a chance to get it reserved for...
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