30-01-2006, 02:01 PM
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First recorded activity by GardenBanter: Jan 2006
Location: UK Nottingham
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Originally Posted by Stephen Henning
samhowden wrote:
I am new to this forum, having just been biten by the gardening bug. I
have recently bought a house and for the first time have a garden and a
greenhouse. Can anyone recommend a good beginner flower, that I am
unlikely to kill and that will grow at this time of year?
I really wanted to try a type of Lilly but think this may be a bit
adventurous.
To get a feel for your greenhouse, I would recommend radishes. They
grow quickly, and you can eat them. This may sound funny, but the main
thing you need to learn about a greenhouse is to manage the heat. A
greenhouse is a solar oven and can kill things easily. When you feel
you have a handle on it, then try some bedding plants for this spring.
And, of course, everyone in the UK has some tomatoes in their
greenhouse. It is a little early to start them now.
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Cheers, Steve Henning in Reading, PA USA
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Thank-you. When would be the best time to try the tomatoes? Do you know the best way to monitor temperature, is there a good temp to stick too?
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