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Originally Posted by maryrose
I have a 6ins peanut plant growing in a pot on a sunny window sill I have no idea what to expect or how to care for it we live in Cornwall and have a garden and a greenhouse
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The soil should be loose, light and sandy, with plenty of organic matter like compost and well rotted manure.
Rocks and sticks should be removed.
A soil pH test should be done to determine the lime and fertilizer needs for growing peanuts in your soil.
A soil pH of about 6.0 would be optimum for peanuts, but the crop can produce well over a wide range soil pH.
If lime is needed, broadcast the recommended amount and incorporate with the soil well in advance of planting.
Mix in ½ cup of 8-8-8 fertilizer for each 10 feet of row prior to planting,
however if the area was heavily fertilized during the previous year, you can use considerably less.