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Baraclough.. writes
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I have an old porcelain laboratory sink out side my front door with
internal dimensions of 32"x11" x 6" deep. The situation is rather
exposed and thus dries quickly. I'd be grateful for some suggestions as
to what to plant in it as everything I've tried so far has died of
drought when we've gone away for our summer holiday.

How about houseleeks? (B and Q usually stock several kinds). They can
go ages without water. If you top the soil with grit the houseleeks will
like it, and it will conserve moisture when you're away.

Thanks Janet, but what are houseleeks? I know what 'ordinary' leeks are
but have never come across these. Do they have another name? Are they
hardy?

ahhh, I've just discovered... ;-)

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dave @ stejonda