First Post....what to grow?!

Discussion in 'NEW Gardeners !' started by Rachel123, Jun 8, 2014.

  1. Rachel123

    Rachel123 Apprentice Gardener

    Joined:
    Jun 8, 2014
    Messages:
    4
    Gender:
    Female
    Ratings:
    +2
    Hi there,
    This is my first post on Gardener's corner so bare with me! I'm relatively new to gardening and was looking for any advice on what to grow? I already grow a few veggies but was looking to start with some potting or possibly cutting flowers? I live in quite a hilly part of Scotland where the weather is foul 70% of the time. I do not have a greenhouse but i do have a small poly-tunnel and a bright airy porch. Would anybody be able to suggest some hardy cutting or potting flowers that are easy to do?
    Many Thanks
    Rachel
     
    • Friendly Friendly x 1
      Rachel123, Jun 8, 2014
      #1 Quote in Conversation
    • Madahhlia

      Madahhlia Total Gardener

      Joined:
      Mar 19, 2007
      Messages:
      3,678
      Gender:
      Female
      Location:
      Suburban paradise
      Ratings:
      +3,090
      Welcome to the forum, Rachel 123.

      In answer to your question,
      Pelargoniums.
      Hostas.
       
      • Agree Agree x 1
        Madahhlia, Jun 8, 2014
        #2 Quote in Conversation
      • Fat Controller

        Fat Controller 'Cuddly' Scottish Admin! Staff Member

        Joined:
        May 5, 2012
        Messages:
        29,803
        Gender:
        Male
        Occupation:
        Public Transport
        Location:
        At me 'puter, GCHQ Ashford Office, Middlesex
        Ratings:
        +57,214
        Welcome to GC @Rachel123 :sign0016:

        What part of Scotland are you in? I am exiled down here in Surrey now, but still miss the countryside of home.

        You'll like it here - very friendly forum with loads of good advice and plenty of good banter too :)
         
        Fat Controller, Jun 8, 2014
        #3 Quote in Conversation
      • Hairy Gardener

        Hairy Gardener Official Ass. (as given by Shiney)

        Joined:
        Aug 14, 2013
        Messages:
        1,395
        Gender:
        Male
        Occupation:
        Official Ass.
        Location:
        Northampton
        Ratings:
        +1,468
        Hello and welcome, you will like it here :spinning:
         
        Hairy Gardener, Jun 9, 2014
        #4 Quote in Conversation
      • Rachel123

        Rachel123 Apprentice Gardener

        Joined:
        Jun 8, 2014
        Messages:
        4
        Gender:
        Female
        Ratings:
        +2
        Thanks for the warm welcome all :) @fat controller lovely where did you used to stay? I'm just outside Biggar :P
         
        • Like Like x 1
          Rachel123, Jun 9, 2014
          #5 Quote in Conversation
        • Fat Controller

          Fat Controller 'Cuddly' Scottish Admin! Staff Member

          Joined:
          May 5, 2012
          Messages:
          29,803
          Gender:
          Male
          Occupation:
          Public Transport
          Location:
          At me 'puter, GCHQ Ashford Office, Middlesex
          Ratings:
          +57,214
          Originally in Dumfries itself, a wee while in Sanquhar and then Musselburgh before moving down here to the London area. I used to drive through Biggar regularly when cutting across through Skirling to get onto the A701
           
          Fat Controller, Jun 9, 2014
          #6 Quote in Conversation
        • Rachel123

          Rachel123 Apprentice Gardener

          Joined:
          Jun 8, 2014
          Messages:
          4
          Gender:
          Female
          Ratings:
          +2
          Aw lovely, weather will be a bit better down there surely? haha
           
          Rachel123, Jun 9, 2014
          #7 Quote in Conversation
        • Fat Controller

          Fat Controller 'Cuddly' Scottish Admin! Staff Member

          Joined:
          May 5, 2012
          Messages:
          29,803
          Gender:
          Male
          Occupation:
          Public Transport
          Location:
          At me 'puter, GCHQ Ashford Office, Middlesex
          Ratings:
          +57,214
          Sort of - its generally warmer for a longer part of the year, but that is about it. The water quality is terrible, the congestion on the roads is horrendous at times, and there is no scenery for miles around.

          I will always miss home I think.
           
          Fat Controller, Jun 9, 2014
          #8 Quote in Conversation
        • Rachel123

          Rachel123 Apprentice Gardener

          Joined:
          Jun 8, 2014
          Messages:
          4
          Gender:
          Female
          Ratings:
          +2
          Hahaha, beginning to think we don't get summer up here anymore, the rain just gets warmer! And oh really? Never been to London, always wanted to go, maybe one day! I don't think i could cope with life in the city haha. Well they say there's no place like home!
           
          Rachel123, Jun 9, 2014
          #9 Quote in Conversation
        • Fat Controller

          Fat Controller 'Cuddly' Scottish Admin! Staff Member

          Joined:
          May 5, 2012
          Messages:
          29,803
          Gender:
          Male
          Occupation:
          Public Transport
          Location:
          At me 'puter, GCHQ Ashford Office, Middlesex
          Ratings:
          +57,214
          Aye, its a bit of a culture shock. The centre is well worth a visit for all the touristy stuff, but out here in the suburbs its just traffic and buildings.
           
          Fat Controller, Jun 9, 2014
          #10 Quote in Conversation
        Loading...
        Similar Threads - Post grow
        1. Plantminded

          Which compost would you use for sandy soil, growing grasses and perennials?

          Plantminded, Mar 18, 2024, in forum: Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
          Replies:
          16
          Views:
          2,900
          Plantminded
          Mar 26, 2024
        2. clum111

          Postplug Plants Growth

          clum111, May 17, 2020, in forum: General Gardening Discussion
          Replies:
          5
          Views:
          1,040
          Mike Allen
          May 17, 2020
        3. Jeremy Field

          Which soil/compost needed for growing Thuja Smaragd Emerald in planters?

          Jeremy Field, Jan 17, 2020, in forum: Container Gardening
          Replies:
          3
          Views:
          2,766
          Graham B
          Jan 18, 2020
        4. Linz

          Freebies Potato growing kit just pay postage

          Linz, Jan 30, 2017, in forum: Freebies, Offers & Bargains
          Replies:
          1
          Views:
          1,107
          Scrungee
          Jan 31, 2017
        5. cathymoon

          Growing on compost

          cathymoon, Apr 2, 2016, in forum: Identification Area
          Replies:
          6
          Views:
          802
          Apple Blossom
          Apr 2, 2016

        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