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Grit advice

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by Sixtie7, May 15, 2015.

  1. Sixtie7

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    i was advised by my local garden centre to use potting grit when planting up my latest selection of plants (herbs), thing is I can't remember if they said to lay under roots or mix into the compost.
    Help!
    I'm due to be planting up this weekend, all plants are ready in anticipation
     
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    Freddy Miserable git, well known for it

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    Mix it with the compost. I think I'm right in saying that herbs (generally) will appreciate good drainage.
     
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      pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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      Dont mention Mint :biggrin:
       
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        I don't follow?
         
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        Lol I've heard about mint and it's spreading habits

        I've got verbena (that's not mint family is it?), oregano, majoram, Rosemary, lavender, bay and two varieties of thyme
         
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        Mint just loves it damp, some types grow wild in boggy ground.
         
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          I thought Mint would grow anywhere, thanks for the info :blue thumb:
           
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          It does, but the wetter the better.
           
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            I agree ... fabulous with your mint cocktails :)
             
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