Tips for Polytunnel bed

FatGaz · « **on:** February 24, 2008, 21:24 »

I have erected my walk-in polytunnel, and have built a 11'x2.5' raised bed.

Just looking for tips/advice on what would be best to grow?

Do I just go for 'usual' veg, and extend the season - or do I go for more exotic veg that will need the protectiion / extra warmth?

hmmm???

GrannieAnnie · « **Reply #1 on:** February 24, 2008, 22:10 »

What do you like eating Gaz?

I must admit my tunnel and greenhouses get more tomatoes and chillies than anything else, but last year with a bit of spare space, I grew some of my runner beans and peas in the tunnel as well as cucumbers and melons.

I have grown left over seed potatoes too and leeks and carrots and spinach!

However, at the moment, it's growing chickens!!!!!

compostqueen · « **Reply #2 on:** February 25, 2008, 09:00 »

sweet potatoes

Expensive from the shops but delish

KG magazine does a monthly column about growing under cover and Joy L covers it in depth in her veg handbook

You'll be able to extend your growing season with the PT that's for sure

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