The Potty Plotters Plotcast - Growing on the Allotment
The Potty Potters
100 episodes
3 months ago
Listen here to learn about seasonal hints and tips for your allotment or garden from us at Ashbourne Road and District Allotments Derby. We can be a tad outrageous, rude and even a bit naughty, but growing your own flowers, fruit and vegetables from seed should be fun and definitely memorable! We will teach you all you want (and need to know) coming directly from off the plot including chitting and as well as chatting to other unsuspecting folk from around site and beyond. The Plotcast is an Amberland Media production.
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Listen here to learn about seasonal hints and tips for your allotment or garden from us at Ashbourne Road and District Allotments Derby. We can be a tad outrageous, rude and even a bit naughty, but growing your own flowers, fruit and vegetables from seed should be fun and definitely memorable! We will teach you all you want (and need to know) coming directly from off the plot including chitting and as well as chatting to other unsuspecting folk from around site and beyond. The Plotcast is an Amberland Media production.
The Potty Plotters Plotcast - Growing on the Allotment
38 minutes 32 seconds
5 months ago
S3 E8 - Squashes and Courgettes
In this lively episode of the Potty Plotters Plotcast, Julia and Elaine return to discuss the delights of growing pumpkins, squashes, and sweet corn, as well as the intricacies of succession planting. The episode kicks off with a humorous exchange about the recent warm weather and its effects on their allotment activities, including a comical mishap involving sunstroke and mistaken identities.
As they delve into the main topics, the duo shares their tips and tricks for successfully cultivating pumpkins and squashes, discussing the differences between the two and the ideal conditions for growth. They also touch upon the importance of proper watering techniques and the benefits of using compost to retain moisture.
Listeners will learn about the challenges of growing courgettes, including disease resistance and the need for adequate spacing to ensure healthy plants. Julia and Elaine emphasise the significance of succession planting, encouraging gardeners to continuously sow crops like sweet peas and radishes to extend their harvests.
The episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion about the joys of sweet corn, including the best planting practices and the potential challenges posed by pests. With plenty of laughter, personal anecdotes, and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their gardening skills.
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A podcast for help with your allotment or gardening.
The Potty Plotters Plotcast - Growing on the Allotment
Listen here to learn about seasonal hints and tips for your allotment or garden from us at Ashbourne Road and District Allotments Derby. We can be a tad outrageous, rude and even a bit naughty, but growing your own flowers, fruit and vegetables from seed should be fun and definitely memorable! We will teach you all you want (and need to know) coming directly from off the plot including chitting and as well as chatting to other unsuspecting folk from around site and beyond. The Plotcast is an Amberland Media production.
