Re: Crop rotation
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- Subject: Re: Crop rotation
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- Date: Sun, 16 Apr 2000 21:11:34 +0000 (GMT)
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On Sun 16 Apr, Nan Sterman wrote:
> How long do i need to wait before planting solanums (eggplant,
> tomato, pepper, potato) in the same spot? If I plant a winter cover
> crop in between, can I use the same beds two summers in a row?
Crop rotation is not usually a must with solanacae, but I suggest you
make sure they get a high potash feed. Start to worry after about 5
years or if you get a specific problem, even then you could use grafted
plants if you have to.
Allan
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Allan Day Hereford HR2 7AU allan@crwys.demon.co.uk
