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Is this possible?

emma 23emma 23 Posts: 4
in Fruit & veg

Hello,

I wondered if I could get you advice regarding growing fruit + veg. I haven't grown before and would like to do so in an unused part of the garden.

It's a back yard of a victorian house. I am thinking of screwing a felt grow bag to the wall and potting herbs, fruit and salads.

The garden is facing north and has hight walls either side. Is this a pointless pursuit?

Thank you

Emma

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  • Ladybird4Ladybird4 Posts: 37,905

    Hi Emma. Judging from the picture you posted I would hold fire on growing fruit and vegetables unless you get 3-4 hours of sun a day. If that is the case there are a few things you might be able to grow but perhaps not in a vertical planter. If you have a sunny windowsill then there are more options for you. Herbs will grow there and you can get the tiny tomatoes that will also do well.

    Cacoethes: An irresistible urge to do something inadvisable
  • fidgetbonesfidgetbones Posts: 17,618

    I think the only thing that will grow well there are ferns.image

  • RedwingRedwing Posts: 1,511

    I agree, not a good place for herbs, fruit and veg; they need sun, apart from maybe mint.

    Based in Sussex, I garden to encourage as many birds to my garden as possible.
  • Steven KeanSteven Kean Posts: 1

    Glad I read this, i'll now re-plan my re-plan.

  • nutcutletnutcutlet Posts: 27,445

    Verdun's comment is valid, nothing to do with size of garden, choose plants that suit the situation you have if you want them to thrive



    In the sticks near Peterborough
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