Hello from Castleford West Yorkshire

Discussion in 'New Members Introduction' started by Paul waterhouse, Apr 6, 2020.

  1. Paul waterhouse

    Paul waterhouse Apprentice Gardener

    Joined:
    Apr 6, 2020
    Messages:
    28
    Gender:
    Male
    Ratings:
    +28
    Hi
    I'm Paul
    A new gardener since we moved from Leeds 2 years ago.

    Massive garden so I've made myself an allotment. I've got raised beds so far with room to expand.

    I'll be honest though. If I can't eat it I'm not interested. My wife has the rest of the garden for that.

    Garden is totally South facing with nice loam soil. I've had to buy some soil last year for my raised beds and add loads of manure to improve it ready for this year.

    Loads of seedlings ready to pot on I'm growing

    Potato
    Calabrese
    Kale
    Peas
    Beans
    Beetroot
    Cornichon go pickling....my wife is French.
    Lolo rosso
    Radish
    Little gem
    All the above yet to plant out

    Shallots
    Garlic
    Elephant garlic
    All the above planted last November and coming along very nicely.

    My other hobby is hill climb and sprinting my classic mini.....but not this year for obvious reasons

    That's me
     
    • Like Like x 5
      Paul waterhouse, Apr 6, 2020
      #1 Quote in Conversation
    • wiseowl

      wiseowl Admin 24/7 Staff Member

      Joined:
      Oct 29, 2006
      Messages:
      45,876
      Gender:
      Male
      Occupation:
      Walking over rough terrain
      Location:
      On the northwest bank of the River Medway
      Ratings:
      +94,959
      Good afternoon @Paul waterhouse my friend and a warm welcome to Gardeners Corner my friend:smile:

      66e7271f8e1fdd2a0d7b90fc292ddd46.jpg
       
      wiseowl, Apr 6, 2020
      #2 Quote in Conversation
    • Kristen

      Kristen Under gardener

      Joined:
      Jul 22, 2006
      Messages:
      17,534
      Gender:
      Male
      Location:
      Suffolk, UK
      Ratings:
      +12,671

      We're all on our way, and going to move in :)
       
      Kristen, Apr 6, 2020
      #3 Quote in Conversation
    • Paul waterhouse

      Paul waterhouse Apprentice Gardener

      Joined:
      Apr 6, 2020
      Messages:
      28
      Gender:
      Male
      Ratings:
      +28
      Globe artichokes as well. I forgot the artichokes.
       
      Paul waterhouse, Apr 6, 2020
      #4 Quote in Conversation
    • ARMANDII

      ARMANDII Low Flying Administrator Staff Member

      Joined:
      Jan 12, 2019
      Messages:
      48,096
      Gender:
      Male
      Ratings:
      +100,851
      Hi Paul, welcome to Gardeners Corner:love30::thumbsup:
       
      ARMANDII, Apr 6, 2020
      #5 Quote in Conversation
    • CanadianLori

      CanadianLori Total Gardener

      Joined:
      Sep 20, 2015
      Messages:
      10,846
      Occupation:
      Battle Axe
      Location:
      Oakville, Ontario, Canada Zone 5A
      Ratings:
      +36,863
      CanadianLori, Apr 6, 2020
      #6 Quote in Conversation
    • Sheal

      Sheal Total Gardener

      Joined:
      Feb 2, 2011
      Messages:
      37,160
      Gender:
      Female
      Location:
      Dingwall, Ross-shire
      Ratings:
      +58,257
      Welcome to GC Paul. :)
       
      Sheal, Apr 6, 2020
      #7 Quote in Conversation
    • JWK

      JWK Gardener Staff Member

      Joined:
      Jun 3, 2008
      Messages:
      34,053
      Gender:
      Male
      Location:
      Surrey
      Ratings:
      +54,094
      Hi Paul
       
      JWK, Apr 6, 2020
      #8 Quote in Conversation
    • Perki

      Perki Total Gardener

      Joined:
      Jun 2, 2017
      Messages:
      2,684
      Gender:
      Male
      Location:
      Rossendale, Lancashire
      Ratings:
      +10,074
      :sign0016:
       
      Perki, Apr 6, 2020
      #9 Quote in Conversation
    • shiney

      shiney President, Grumpy Old Men's Club Staff Member

      Joined:
      Jul 3, 2006
      Messages:
      67,288
      Gender:
      Male
      Occupation:
      Retired - Last Century!!!
      Location:
      Herts/Essex border. Zone 8b
      Ratings:
      +134,170
      Welcome to GC :dbgrtmb:
       
      shiney, Apr 7, 2020
      #10 Quote in Conversation
    Loading...
    Similar Threads - Hello Castleford West
    1. Allex50

      Another Hello from Dorset!

      Allex50, Dec 2, 2025 at 11:48 AM, in forum: New Members Introduction
      Replies:
      7
      Views:
      145
      CanadianLori
      Dec 2, 2025 at 10:05 PM
    2. Capt Slog

      Hello and help, please

      Capt Slog, Nov 10, 2025, in forum: New Members Introduction
      Replies:
      14
      Views:
      541
      Palustris
      Nov 23, 2025
    3. shiney

      Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

      shiney, Oct 25, 2025, in forum: Garden Projects and DIY
      Replies:
      120
      Views:
      5,490
      Allotment Boy
      Dec 7, 2025 at 12:08 PM
    4. Dorset-Tim

      Hello from Dorset

      Dorset-Tim, Sep 29, 2025, in forum: New Members Introduction
      Replies:
      8
      Views:
      505
      Peaceful Gardener
      Oct 1, 2025
    5. Peaceful Gardener

      Hello from Nottinghamshire

      Peaceful Gardener, Sep 19, 2025, in forum: New Members Introduction
      Replies:
      6
      Views:
      529
      Logan
      Sep 20, 2025

    Share This Page

    1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
      By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
      Accept Learn More...
      Dismiss Notice