SHEDWARS:21 Gardening 🌻 No Dig Allotment Raised Beds How have They Done

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🌱 The raised beds on plot one are over a year old, and the gardener is generally pleased with their growth.

🌿 The gardener has experienced issues with rats within the raised beds which has been a source of discontent.

🍅 A permanent bed of asparagus has been established in one of the raised beds, along with underground worm farms to improve soil quality and minimize digging.

🌼 The use of wood chips and leaf mold as mulch in the raised beds has been somewhat effective in suppressing weeds alongside regular weeding.

🥕 Green manure crops appear to be benefiting the raised beds, as demonstrated by the good growth of plants in those beds.

🥜 Sweet potatoes and peanuts are being used to feed the rats in an attempt to deter them from damaging the crops.

🍃 The gardener hopes to maintain a permanent bed for beans and peas, emphasizing the philosophy of filling any available space with plants.

🥦 Brassicas like cauliflower and sprouts are growing well, protected from pigeons by nets, although stakes may be needed to keep the plants upright.

🏡 A concerted effort is being made to raise the height of the beds to three scaffold planks for easier gardening and to fill them cost-effectively with materials like wood chips and found compost.

🍓 Volunteer crops such as turnips and additional sprouts have appeared in the beds, providing the gardener with unplanned but welcome additional produce.

Timestamped Summary

00:13 The video begins with the host discussing a visit to the raised beds on plot one, which are over 12 months old.

00:45 The first raised bed by the fruit cage is shown and the host describes its construction.

01:12 The host introduces the asparagus bed and underground worm farms.

02:07 Discussion on the use of green manure and its benefits for the pea bed.

03:03 Review of the growth of the Graffiti F1 cauliflower and other brassicas.

03:38 Future plans to increase the height of the raised beds for easier access and maintenance.

04:09 Some raised beds have settled and a mention of keeping the Jerusalem artichokes in containers.

04:34 Various beans are shown including the cobra beans and starlet long beans.

05:26 An unexpected growth of volunteer turnips in one of the beds.

06:05 Mention of dwarf cabbage and how it produces additional smaller heads after the main head is harvested.

08:01 A look at a bed with long beans and a discussion on learning from gardening mistakes.

09:00 The host explains the purpose of different compost bays and the leaf mold bay.

11:10 Discussion on the rats damaging the sweet candle carrot bed and how they are being managed.

12:00 The host shows the Sturon onions grown from sets in the spring.

13:29 The host talks about future plans for pallet collar raised beds and a large water tank for storage.

15:19 A subsequent planting of Pongo French beans is presented.

17:21 Ideas for rearranging the water barrels and beds for better access and space utilization.

18:11 The wildlife area is briefly discussed, with mention of plans to remove a cherry tree and continue with pallet collar beds.

24:57 The fruit cage is introduced, and the host talks about managing the plants and insects within it.

27:33 Future plans for the area around the apple trees, which involves turning some beds into strawberry patches.

28:01 The video concludes with thoughts on constructing cold frames and improving strawberry beds for better results.

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Q&A

How old are the raised beds on plot one?

The raised beds on plot one are over 12 months old, probably around 18 months.

What benefit do the underground worm farms provide to the raised beds?

The underground worm farms help feed the beds by breaking down fresh food waste, keeping the worms happy, and ensuring that there's no need to dig.

Why has the bed of asparagus not been mulched this year?

The bed of asparagus hasn't been mulched this year because there are already enough asparagus plants, and the creator wanted a bed that required minimal maintenance beyond weeding.

What issue was encountered with sewing parsnips in September?

Sewing parsnips in September led to quick bolting, and while some harvests could be roasted, they were not good for steaming. Thus, the gardener decided against sewing parsnips in September again, except for long roots.

How does the creator protect the bottom of pallet collars from moisture?

To protect the bottom of pallet collars from moisture, they are placed on concrete and lined to prevent them from sucking up moisture.

Why are the fruit trees not being treated with sprays?

The fruit trees are not being sprayed with treatments because the creator prefers not to use chemicals on the fruits and wishes to see how the trees perform without such interventions.

What is the plan for the area where the cherry tree currently is?

The cherry tree will be removed, and the area will be used for pallet collars set up two high, running along the length of the plot to create more raised bed space for cultivation.