Saturday 9 January 2010

In the deep mid winter

Here's a familiar view:



Not much showing above the snow level. You can always rely on leeks! In the background the cabbage variety is 'Tundra'.



Now where were those parsnips?





Bringing home the brussels:



... and just for Soilman's benefit here's how my raspberries are doing:

3 comments:

  1. My brussels don't look anywhere near as good as yours...not quite sure what I'm doing wrong but they are really tiny on the stem..any idea on how I can make them bigger??? I've planted to the instructions...any ideas??? this is the second year in a row it's happened and I'm devastated because I do love my brussels!! :-(

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  2. I think the photograph is a bit flattering, Tanya. We (6 of us) ate them all at on sitting). I'm convinced the secret is plenty of lime. But don't take my advice - this seems to cover the ground:

    http://www.vegetable-garden-guide.com/how-to-grow-brussel-sprouts.html

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  3. Your brussels look great, and how straight are those parsnips!

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