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For anyone who wants to grow a wide range of vegetables and fruit in a polytunnel or unheated greenhouse.
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Coming SoonFast growing summer fertility building mix. Lots of bulk and nitrogen. Prepare a reasonable seed bed. Broadcast and rake to cover the seeds with soil. When grown cut and incorporate foliage and roots into the soil. Sow : April - September 1KG covers 300m²
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Irish Seed Saver branded tote bag. Made from 100% fair trade organic cotton, it's light and durable.
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Irish Seed Savers T-Shirts made with Stanley and Stella cotton – a Fair Wear Foundation brand. This is a high quality garment made in a responsible and ethical way. Fabric: 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton Ethical: Cotton FairWear Foundation Accredited Company PETA Approved Vegan XS 34/36" S 36/38" M 38/40" LÂ
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This comprehensive guide by Klaus Laitenberger covers many aspects of gardening in Ireland and a month by month guide. It includes many colour pictures and is well set out, detailing how to manage various types of soil, green manures and a comprehensive section on mistakes beginners make.
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Coming SoonCatch crop,fast growing (6-8weeks) not hardy but robust. Sow months 3-9 Sowing rate /ha: 20-25kg 1kg covers 400m². This pack weighs 250g. Can also be used as a green "manure"
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Crop by crop guidelines to help you save seed for yourself.
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Coming SoonRye is a deep rooting, hardy plant which is an excellent overwintering green manure. Improves soil structure. Cut down in spring and dig into the soil to add organic matter. Sow: Sept - Oct 1KG covers 60m²
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Coming SoonBuckwheat is a fast growing short-term summer green "manure" that germinates in about 3-5 days. This packet contains 250g. 1KG covers 120m²
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Coming SoonNitrogen Fixer. low growing, deep rooting. Improves soil structure and fertility. Prepare a reasonable seed bed. Broadcast and rake to cover the seeds with soil. When grown, cut and incorporate foliage and roots into the soil before plants become too woody. Perennial 3-4 years . Sow April - September 1KG covers 400m²
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This book includes a wealth of information on wild Irish plants that can be gathered and eaten, including recipes, dishes and preparations, the history of their uses and value economically for future food security.
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A clear and concise guidebook for growing a wide range of vegetables, both outdoors and with protection.
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An essential guide to growing and maintaining a self-sufficient garden. Incorporating both sustainability and practicality. It demonstrates the possibility to grow in a way that promotes biodiversity whilst producing a sizeable harvest.
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Coming SoonGreen manure mix with 40% annual ryegrass, 30% pannonische vetch, 30% crimson clover. Top (or graze) when over 30cm high. Cut and dig in 4 weeks before next crop. Sow: August/September. 1KG covers 160m²
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Coming SoonPhacelia grows quickly and supresses weeds. Vetch helps to add Nitrogen to the soil. Hardy in mild winters. Cut and turn in Spring. Sow: August – September. 1KG covers 300m²
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Coming Soon"Tanacetifolia" is a fast growing weed suppressor that is attractive to bees and has impressive blue flowers. Unrelated to other crops. Used as an overwintering crop to protect the soil, or in spring to suppress the weeds. It attracts bees and can be dug straight into the soil before flowering. Sow Mar-Sept. Certified organic. Packs of 200g Can also be used as a green "manure" 1KG covers 600m²
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Clover is the best nitrogen fixer of all. It also needs a long growing season. High yielding, forage, great for the bees, improves fertility, deep rooting, and improves soil structure. Can also be used as a green "manure". 1KG covers 300m²
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Coming SoonBest used for under sowing with tall crops. Fixes nitrogen, pest management, forage, small leaf. Very good for bees. Long-term green manure. 200g bag. 1KG covers 400-800m²
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