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Weed control and soil conditioning

hhooperhhooper Posts: 2
in Problem solving

Hi,

We have recently moved to a new property where the landlord is allowing us to have some of the garden space for veggie growing.

He has also given us three really large concrete planters that I want to use to grow edible flowers and lettuce in come the spring.

However, there have been plants in there before and also weeds so I need to clear them out first. I then want to add a cover crop over winter to help condition the soil and prepare it for my new crops.

Any suggestions as to what I should use??

Also have access to chicken manure - how long should I let it rest before using it?

Many thanks in advance,

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  • kevindylankevindylan Posts: 10

    Hi Helen,

    Have you thought about Vicia villosa? This can help with disease resistance in tomatoes if you are planning on growing some. I hope you get better advice soon, I am interested in knowing more too.

    All the best and good luck with the veggies.

  • hhooperhhooper Posts: 2

    Thanks, I'll look into that, could work well if I use one of the troughs for my tomatoes.

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