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Large school allotment raised beds
Hollyberrybaby
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in Fruit & veg
Hi guys. Can someone tell me what I should dig into the beds to enrich the soil? Can I put horse manure on and does it need to be rotted down? last year, all I have been doing is planting in using multi purpose compost, but this year I'd like to give it a bit of umph!
Also, what veg should I avoid planting in the same spot as last year?
Thanks in advance!
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The manure does need to be well rotted, not smelly, black and crumbly. Don't use it for carrots and parsnips. Best to have 2 or 3 beds and rotate the crops. This is a guide from the RHS. https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=124