In this episode, Elaine and Julia find themselves recording from Gareth’s house due to logistical reasons, giving them a chance to nosey around his plants and greenhouse. They discuss the challenges of staying on task at the allotment, especially when faced with the overwhelming need to deadhead, harvest, and water. Gareth showcases his modest tomato harvest and the trio shares a laugh about their social media and email mishaps.
The conversation turns to the joys of harvesting cucumbers, black currants, and blueberries, with Elaine and Julia recounting their recent bountiful pickings. They also touch on the successes of growing lettuces in hanging baskets, a clever way to avoid slugs, and the benefits of mixed salad leaves.
Gareth provides an update on his greenhouse progress, boasting about his plum tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. Elaine and Julia discuss the importance of pinching out the growing tips of tomatoes and deadheading marigolds to encourage better growth. They also delve into the benefits of planting marigolds and snapdragons to deter pests and attract pollinators.
As they prepare for National Allotments Week, they encourage listeners to send in pictures and voice recordings of their gardens and allotments. They also tease an upcoming episode where they will be cooking with chard, aiming to demystify this often overlooked vegetable.
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