To: mlizzy
The Chinese Elm tree in my yard dropped seeds that grew quite well in the hay. Given that, I thought other thihngs would grow in hay also so I tried it and it worked! I dug small holes in the hay and filled them with a compost/soil mixture. I then planted the seeds in the mixture.
I grow lettuce, cilantro, basil, red bell peppers and kale. It's easy to keep watered as it's very absorbant and it provides nutrients as well.
The soil around here is terrible so raised beds is a must.
11 posted on
07/27/2012 7:24:14 PM PDT by
South40
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To: South40
Thank you very much. I’m definitely going to try this. I’ve wanted raised beds as bending gets old and I love the way hay bales look too, In fact, I just got done mulching with a bunch, so keeping the bales intact will take care of both a raised bed and mulch!
31 posted on
07/27/2012 9:20:05 PM PDT by
mlizzy
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To: South40
Thank you for the information. I might try some cabbage or collards in hay for fall. I might even try some carrots, potatoes?
50 posted on
07/29/2012 7:26:29 AM PDT by
tillacum
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