Have you tried Seeds of…
Submitted by JackieR on Sat, 10/17/2020 - 14:47Hey Duffer56 Ive tried…
Submitted by AlessandroW on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 13:51Hey Duffer56
Ive tried growing fruit and veg now in rural central Italy for two years now, and have learned a whole lot along the way. lets get into it!
I highly recommend using the natural systems around to keep the area warm, such as seeing what area gets the most sun, and good insulation. If need be, a sort-of small-greenhouse might be useful.
Start growing things in nurseries and then plant the sprout pods outside when its warm enough–Again warmth and sunlight is key!
permaculture strategies could really be useful to you. there are great videos online!
Best of luck and soil ecosystem!- Ale
Italian varieties are very…
Submitted by MitchellBk on Mon, 11/09/2020 - 11:22I am afaid I am not much…
Submitted by Ronco on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 14:10I am afaid I am not much help to you. Most Italians advise to grow what you know grows locally i.e. ask neighbours what they suceed to grow.
I do not know how easy it will be to grow Italian stuff in the UK.
As an example and insight - I know that Rhubarb and Parsnips are very difficult to grow in Italian soils. The only Italian areas for Rhubarb are the pre-Alp and Alp zones. It is likely to be vice a versa were it is difficult to grow the Italian vegetable UK soil - not to mention the massive climate differences.
Sorry Ronco, but Rhubarb and…
Submitted by stevegwmonkseaton on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 17:23Aha! Steve - where is…
Submitted by Ronco on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 18:50In reply to Sorry Ronco, but Rhubarb and… by stevegwmonkseaton