https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd 5N2552 en-us 2020-10-22 14:00:00 UTC 2025-04-02 16:10:43 UTC hello@padlet.com lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/869305234 Repotting strawberry, from 9cm to large tubs (4 per tub). 80/20 compost/perlite, osmocote fertiliser]]> 2020-10-28 12:33:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/869305234 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/875937582 Pruning roots to encourage new growth, removing dead or discoloured foliage to conserve the plants energy.]]> 2020-10-30 10:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/875937582 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/875941224 Vinasse fertiliser, applied after pruning roots. This is a natural N(4.5)-K(6) fertiliser, and is a by-product of the sugar industry. It's diluted to 1% solution in water before use. It can be taken up by the plant foliage immediately because nitrogen is available in protein form.]]> 2020-10-30 10:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/875941224 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/875948342 27/10 Asian leaf mix. Sowed in shallow cell trays, sprayed with sanitiser before adding 50/50 perlite compost, no fertiliser. Soil firmed down, 2/3 seeds per cell, tray watered. Placed on heat bench set @ 22°C]]> 2020-10-30 10:48:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/875948342 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/897595678 Sown 4/11. Four trays of Red Rambo radish. Trays sprayed with sanitiser before adding 50/50 perlite compost, no fertiliser. Soil firmed down, about 30g seed down (exact weight recorded), soil compacted again then tray watered. Trays stacked then left indoors in classroom.]]> 2020-11-06 14:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/897595678 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/939084828 Cultivar 'Hybound'. Graded into five different sizes (45-75mm) using a bulb grader. Damaged and rotting onions, and those too small for sale, were discarded.]]> 2020-11-18 22:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/939084828 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/939144230 Second growth, harvested 18/11. Leaf blower used on bed prior to harvesting to remove any debris. Harvested by hand, graded to remove dead or damaged leaves and insects, and packed into 100g bags.]]> 2020-11-18 22:39:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/939144230 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987135419 Red Rambo Radish and Daikon Radish harvested by scissors. All tools and surfaces were sanitised prior to harvesting. packed into 100g bags.]]> 2020-12-04 10:53:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987135419 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987138102 Asian inspired micro leaf salad mix. Popped out of cell trays and transplanted to bed. ]]> 2020-12-04 10:55:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987138102 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987138729 Transplanted from cell trays to polytunnel bed. Bed was marked to indicated spacing for plants at 3 rows 10 inches apart, plants 6 inches apart within rows. when plants were transplanted they were watered with diluted seaweed extract diluted to a 1:100 solution, and they were covered with a hooped climate net.
Planted 2/12/20]]> 2020-12-04 10:55:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987138729 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987256246 Coriander splits sown in 5 rows using Earthway seeder, beet plate. Flame weeded and fresh compost added prior to sowing. Beds watered well after sowing. Sown 18/11/20]]> 2020-12-04 12:19:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/987256246 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1191767151 High yielding first early rhubarb cultivar. Red to light-green stems with green flesh. Best grown in full sun in a south-facing position. Likes moist but well-drained soil.]]> 2021-02-11 11:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1191767151 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341896400 Two beds each of cultivars Colleen and Orla. Prior to planting, soil tested for EC and pH, beds broadforked, dressed with Topmix, and worked with power tiller. Seed potatoes had been chited prior to planting. Chited seed potatoes sowed in 3 rows 14" apart, 14" apart within rows, 4" deep. 1-2" compost added to top each bed after planting.
Beds had previously been prepped for planting. Surface debris and large stones were removed, and large weeds were pulled by hand. The bed was then broadforked, topdressed, and power harrowed, and flame-weeded.
After planted, the bed was watered well with a hose.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling were practiced when lifting and using tools.
Sown 22/3/21
Bed had previously been planted with Secale cereale green manure cover to prevent nutrient leaching, and to improve soil organic matter content when chopped and dropped. Secale cereale also has an alleopathic effect on the soil, and so will help to prevent weed growth. Bed will be followed on with buckwheat green manure to act as weed control with close planting density, prevent nutrient leaching, and improve soil om content.]]> 2021-03-23 09:15:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341896400 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341937209 Seedlings thinned to one per cell.]]> 2021-03-23 09:29:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341937209 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341945533 Planted in polytunnel bed, after being sown 26/1/21. 
Prior to planting these, the ground was prepped. The previous crop was removed with oscillating hoe, any surface debris on the bed removed, and the ground broken up with a broadfork, and the bed flame-weeded. 150L fresh compost was added to each bed and raked even, and 20g/m2 Topmix fertiliser added. The bed was then rolled even. 
Spacing for the plants was marked out using a rake with pieces of pipe. Plants were planted with a hand trowel, at 3 rows 10" apart and 12" spacing within rows. Plants were then watered well with a hose and watering drip pipe. A supporting structure was put in place around the beds, of stakes and biodegradable string.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.
Planted 22/3/21]]> 2021-03-23 09:32:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341945533 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341957918 'F1 Ballot'. Planted in polytunnel bed after being sown in cell trays on 25/1/21. Previous crop in bed harvested, bed flame weeded, dressed with Topmix at 200g/m2, 150ltrs compost, raked. Kohlrabi planted in 3 rows 10" apart, 12" apart within rows.]]> 2021-03-23 09:37:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1341957918 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1348599699 Romaine lettuce sown in peat blocks. Klassman blocking compost used with 1/2" blocker. Seeds covered with vermiculite when sowed. Sown 23/3/21]]> 2021-03-24 15:40:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1348599699 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1512459259 Four trays each sown red rambo radish, daikon radish, sunflower, and pea shoots to be used as microgreens. Shallow trays cleaned and sprayed with sanatiser before sowing. Peas and sunflowers soaked before sowing. Seeds sown in compost, and pressed down into soil, stacked for 1 week.]]> 2021-05-11 07:57:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1512459259 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1512484181 Rocket direct sown using Earthway seeder beet plate, five rows intersown with broad bean. ]]> 2021-05-11 08:11:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1512484181 garethaustin https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1637009576 2021-07-05 07:25:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1637009576 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667716661 Five rows pelleted seed direct sown into two outdoor bed using Jang seeder J24 plate. Prior to planting these, the ground was prepped. The plastic sheeting that had previously covered the bed was removed, any surface debris lifted, and large weeds were pulled by hand. The ground was broken up with a broadfork, 100L fresh compost was added, and topmix fertiliser added @ 50g/m2, and bed flame weeded and power harrowed prior to sowing. Both beds covered with climate netting after sowing to minimise pest damage. Radish seeds placed at ends of beds to help with weed control. Radish has a faster germination time than carrot, so beds can be flame weeded after radish seeds germinate as further weed control.
When placed, plants were watered well with a hose. Beds were then covered with protective netting to prevent damage from pests.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.]]> 2021-08-03 11:07:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667716661 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667717159 Direct sown by hand, 8 rows into outdoor raised bed.]]> 2021-08-03 11:08:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667717159 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667717501 2021-08-03 11:09:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667717501 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667717873 Roots and shoots trimmed before planting out into outdoor beds, for easy of planting.
Pricked out and planted 31/3/21]]> 2021-08-03 11:09:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667717873 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667718368 Used to create holes in outdoor beds of the correct depth for planting leeks. Three rows planted.]]> 2021-08-03 11:10:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667718368 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667719135 One row planted into outdoor beds, 3" spacing within row. Prior to sowing, bed was hand weeded, broad forked, power harrowed, and 100lt compost added prior to sowing. After sowing, supports for plants added using fencing posts and biodegradable string.
Planted out 31/3/21]]> 2021-08-03 11:11:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667719135 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667719646 Sown into boxes lined with issue paper, filled with 80/20 compost perlite mix with added Osmocote, and top dressed with vermiculite. Left on a heat bench at 25 degrees C. Pelleted seeds used, treated with fungicide, and broadcast sown.
Planted out into outdoor beds in three rows 10" apart, 12" within rows. Planted in clumps of three.
Pricked out and planted 31/3/21]]> 2021-08-03 11:12:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667719646 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667720479 Tomato plants transplanted into bed in polytunnel. Biodegradable string was installed from the base of the plant to the cropping bar for the plants to be clipped to as they grow, with compostable clips. Before planting, lower shoots removed from stem and plants planted several inches into the soil, to allow for extra root growth. Planted 12" apart. Plants fed weekly with high K liquid fertiliser.
Prior to planting these, the ground was prepped. The previous crop was removed just below soil level, any surface debris on the bed removed, and the ground broken up with a broadfork, and the bed flame-weeded. 100L fresh compost was added to each bed and raked even, and 110g/m2 Topmix fertiliser added. The bed was then rolled even. 
Planting holes for the tomato plants were dug with a hand trowel, and biodegradable string strung from the cropping bar on the polytunnel to sit underneath the plant when placed, to keep tension on it. Taller plants were clipped onto this string. Plants were then watered well with a hose and watering drip pipe.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.
Planted 6/4/21]]> 2021-08-03 11:14:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667720479 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667721042 Two rows transplanted either side of a row of tomatoes.]]> 2021-08-03 11:15:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667721042 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667721691 Sown into six-cell trays, 1-2" into compost, seed sown on its side to prevent rotting. Layer pf vermiculite sprinkles onto trays after sowing.]]> 2021-08-03 11:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667721691 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667722163 Sown into six-cell trays, 1-2" deep into compost, seed sown on its side to prevent rotting. Layer pf vermiculite sprinkles onto trays after sowing.]]> 2021-08-03 11:17:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667722163 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667724386 Two outdoor beds planted. Prior to planting, soil tested for EC and pH, beds broadforked, dressed with Topmix, and worked with power tiller. Seed potatoes had been chited prior to planting. Chited seed potatoes sowed in 3 rows 14" apart, 14" apart within rows, 6" deep. 1-2" compost added to top each bed after planting.
This cultivar was selected for its high resistance against blight, potato viruses, and scab.

]]> 2021-08-03 11:20:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667724386 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667755654 When harvesting these, stalks were pulled and twisted instead of cut.]]> 2021-08-03 12:12:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667755654 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667758017 One row planted in polytunnel bed, 24" within row. Biodegradable string placed from bed to cropping bar, to clip cucumber plant onto as it grows, clipped on with biodegradable clips. 
Prior to planting these, the ground was prepped. The previous crop was harvested, any surface debris on the bed removed. 
Planting holes for the cucumber plants were dug with a hand trowel, and biodegradable string strung from the cropping bar on the polytunnel to sit underneath the plant when placed, to keep tension on it. Taller plants were clipped onto this string. One row was planted, at 24" spacing. Plants were then watered well with a hose and watering drip pipe.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.]]> 2021-08-03 12:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667758017 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667761393 Harvested when roughly about tennis-ball size. Bunched into threes.]]> 2021-08-03 12:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667761393 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667762822 Topdressed with Topmix 4-3-7 fertiliser @ 80g/m2.]]> 2021-08-03 12:23:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667762822 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667763452 Harvested by hand and placed directly into 100g plastic boxes to minimise bruising. Fruits graded out to remove fruits with slug damage.]]> 2021-08-03 12:24:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667763452 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667763563 Seeds sown on surface of seed trays and then covered with vermiculite, to be later pricked out. Placed in a 25 degree C propagator with lights.]]> 2021-08-03 12:24:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667763563 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667763759 In 25 degrees C propagator with lights, ready to be planted out into polytunnel.]]> 2021-08-03 12:24:55 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667763759 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667765157 Sown into seed trays. Vigorous variety resistant to blindness.]]> 2021-08-03 12:26:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667765157 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667765420 Watering spinach in polytunnel with hose and spray nozzle.]]> 2021-08-03 12:27:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667765420 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667765511 Sown in three rows, 3" within rows, into raised bed in polytunnel. For small leaf salad harvesting.]]> 2021-08-03 12:27:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667765511 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667766343 Sown in trays in compost, and covered with vermiculite.]]> 2021-08-03 12:28:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667766343 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667766532 Transplanted into outdoor beds, 5 rows 6" apart, 6" within rows. Beds well watered after planting.]]> 2021-08-03 12:28:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667766532 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667766661 After seed germination. Seedlings in clusters, so will be thinned out before planting out.]]> 2021-08-03 12:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667766661 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667767638 Peas and kohlrabi sown into trays]]> 2021-08-03 12:30:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667767638 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667768869 Naked, untreated seed.]]> 2021-08-03 12:31:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667768869 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667769283 Planted out into outdoor beds]]> 2021-08-03 12:32:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667769283 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667770157 Sown into individua cells trays and left to germinate on heat bench.]]> 2021-08-03 12:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667770157 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667771617 Planted into outdoor beds, five rows 6" apart, 6" within rows. Beds well watered after planting. Seeds saved by Irish Seed Savers. Variety known for doing well in Irish climate.]]> 2021-08-03 12:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667771617 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667772335 'Champion moss curled' parsley, sown into seed tray. Pinch of seeds sown per tray cell, sown and to be planted as clumps.]]> 2021-08-03 12:36:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667772335 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667773149 Sown into seed tray with 80/20 compost vermiculite mix.]]> 2021-08-03 12:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667773149 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667773627 Pelleted seeds. Light skinned variety resistant to bolting. ]]> 2021-08-03 12:38:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667773627 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667774968 Topdressed with Topmix 4-3-7 compound fertiliser. Fertiliser applied around drip line of apple trees.]]> 2021-08-03 12:40:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667774968 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667775916 Pea shoots sown as microgreens. 480g dry seed soaked for approx. 6 hours, then sown into 4 trays of 80/20 compost perlite mix. Tray stacked until seeds germinate.]]> 2021-08-03 12:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667775916 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667776832 Salad turnip harvesting. Harvested when about 5cm in diameter. Green tops left on, bunched into threes.]]> 2021-08-03 12:42:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667776832 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667780145 Italian heirloom variety. Prolific sweet variety. Sown into seed tray with 80/20 compost perlite mix.]]> 2021-08-03 12:47:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667780145 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667780303 Pricked out and planted up from seed trays into 9cm pots with fresh compost, and well watered after.
When pricking out, care was taken to handle plants by leaves and not stem, so as to not damage it.
Pricked out 10/6/21]]> 2021-08-03 12:47:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667780303 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667780780 Coriander packaged into 50g containers.]]> 2021-08-03 12:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667780780 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667782018 Nero Di Toscana organic kale potted up from seed trays into 9cm pots.]]> 2021-08-03 12:49:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667782018 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667782079 Hardening off Peas, Onions and Leeks for transplanting out into outdoor beds. These are left out for several hours during the day then put back into the polytunnel at night, gradually increasing time outside during the day until they are ready to be planted out.
24/3/21]]> 2021-08-03 12:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667782079 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667784422 Used for aphid control. Marigold attracts beneficial insects which prey on aphids.]]> 2021-08-03 12:52:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667784422 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667868531 This is done weekly, to encourage vertical growth, with secateurs and whilst wearing gloves, as the hairs on the cucumber plant can be irritant.
As plant grows taller, it is clipped into biodegradable string with clips, for support.
Beds were also hand weeded when this maintenance was carried out.
Carried out here 15/6/21]]> 2021-08-03 14:17:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667868531 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667870444 Mulching bed of nasturtiums, to be harvested and used as an edible flower. A deep layer of mulch was spread to act as a weed control.
Correct manual handling and safety procedures were adhered to when lifting and using tools.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-03 14:19:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1667870444 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668002035 Pelleted seeds. Vigorous variety with dark green foliage. Sown into 3/4" soil blocks made with soil blocker and Klassman blocking compost. Blocks sprinkled with vermiculite after sowing.]]> 2021-08-03 16:39:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668002035 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668002290 Soaking Pisum sativum, Ocimum basilicum, Swiss Chard, and Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes seeds prior to being sown as microgreens, to break down seed coating and break seed dormancy. Peas and Swiss chard, the larger seeds, required soaking time of 6-8 hours. Basil seed soaking resulted in slimy outer seed coating, and evolutionary adaptation to help soil stick to seeds and help hide the from predators.]]> 2021-08-03 16:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668002290 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668002580 Pricked out and potted up from seed trays into 9cm pots with 80/20 compost perlite mix, and well watered after planting. Pots left in protected growing area.
Pricked out 24/6/21]]> 2021-08-03 16:39:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668002580 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003015 Buckshorn plantain potted up from seed trays into 9cmpots with 80/20cm compost perlite mix, and well watered.]]> 2021-08-03 16:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003015 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003270 Taken out of ground using a for to avoid breaking off stalks. Bulbs cleaned of soil, but not washed, as they are kept for storage. Garlic laid out on shelving in polytunnel, where it is well-ventilated.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-03 16:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003270 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003390 Harvested after flowering, using a fork. Potatoes graded out to remove those damaged by pests, physically damaged, or those deemed too large or small. Packaged into 2kg bags.]]> 2021-08-03 16:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003390 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003689 Harvested using handheld harvest tool for faster picking.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-03 16:41:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003689 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003887 Packaged into 200g plastic boxes. Leaves and other debris removed before packaging.]]> 2021-08-03 16:41:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668003887 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668004239 Mixed salad leaves packaged into brown paper bags. Yellow or damaged leaves removed.]]> 2021-08-03 16:41:55 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668004239 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668004585 'Giant Red' and 'Limburg Yellow' sown by hand into outdoor beds. Rows 6" apart, 6" within rows. Beds well watered after sowing.]]> 2021-08-03 16:42:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668004585 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668004879 Climate netting installed over brassicas to control damage from pests, namely pigeons and cabbage white butterfly. Netting raised up over plants to prevent cabage white laying eggs on crops.]]> 2021-08-03 16:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668004879 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668005140 Prior to planting these, the ground was prepped. The plastic sheeting that had previously covered the bed was removed, any surface debris lifted, and large weeds were pulled by hand. The ground was broken up with a broadfork, 100L fresh compost was added, and 50g/m2 Topmix fertiliser added, and all this mixed with a power harrow on a two-wheel tractor. The bed was then rolled even, and flame-weeded.
The bed was covered in Mypex weed membrane, and holes for each of the squash plant burned into the matting at 24".
Planting holes for the plants were dug with a spade. When placed, plants were watered well with a hose and watering drip pipe.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-03 16:43:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668005140 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668005899 Sown 20/4/21. Planted out into outdoor raised beds, at 6" spacing between and within rows.]]> 2021-08-03 16:43:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668005899 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668006289 Pictured is graded out potatoes. Potatoes that were too large, too small, had pest damage or physical damage from harvesting, or potatoes showing greenback were graded out.]]> 2021-08-03 16:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668006289 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668006422 Harvested by hand, weighed and yield recorded, and bagged into 200g bags.]]> 2021-08-03 16:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668006422 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668006891 Harvested using secateurs before they become too large and seedy. ]]> 2021-08-03 16:44:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668006891 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668048826 Soaked prior to sowing to break seed dormancy, then sown into 3/4" soil blocks made with soil blocker and Klassman blocking compost, then covered with vermiculite and kept in protected growing space.]]> 2021-08-03 17:33:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668048826 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668197309 Consistent, weekly feeding required for tomato plants. These plants are fed weekly with Vinasse organic liquid plant food, a byproduct of the sugar industry, diluted 1:100 in water. Vinasse is a natural N(4.5) -K(6) fertiliser.
On a weekly basis, side shoots of the plant are removed to encourage vertical growth, improve fruit quality, and make for easier harvesting. As plants grow taller, they are clipped onto the string hung alongside them for support.
Trusses are kept short by cutting them to ten fruits with secateurs, ensuring more consistently sized fruit.
Tomato plants consistently water to avoid fruit splitting.
Maintenance in instance photographed here carried out on 14/7/21.
When carrying out this maintenance, bed is also hand weeded.]]> 2021-08-03 21:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1668197309 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669017761 These are pruned during the dormant season. Diseased and very old branches were removed, and new growth was pruned back to two buds using loppers. 
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-04 15:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669017761 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669037193 Winter pruning carried out on apple trees, when tree is dormant. Sharp loppers are used. Any dead, diseased, damaged, or crossing branches are removed. Shoots growing towards centre of tree are also removed. ]]> 2021-08-04 15:35:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669037193 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669051663 Fruited floricanes pruned back after harvest in summer with sharp, clean secateurs.
Safety precautions and correct manual handling techniques were practiced when using tools and lifting.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-04 15:51:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669051663 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669054178 Runners removed from strawberry plants at soil level, throughout and at end of growing season.]]> 2021-08-04 15:53:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669054178 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669061805 Leaves prunes and fruit clusters thinned to one or two per cluster to allow for better fruit development, and to allow sunlight to reach fruit for ripening.]]> 2021-08-04 16:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669061805 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669077509 Blackberry pruning and training.
Older fruiting canes kept separate from new young canes. Fruiting canes are trained along a horizontal wire fence, and tied in with string. 
After fruit harvesting, old fruiting canes can be pruned out from their base, allowing the new canes to be trained along the wire fence.]]> 2021-08-04 16:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669077509 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669090283 Soft fruit garden with red currants and black currants mulched with wood chip before growing season, to act as weed suppression.]]> 2021-08-04 16:32:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669090283 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669107619 Steinernema kraussei pathogenic nematodes watered into strawberry plants in containers as adult both adult vine weevil and larvae observed in an around plants. Soil around plants kept moist after application, as this is required for treatment to be effective.]]> 2021-08-04 16:50:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669107619 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669114135 Pathogenic nematodes Steinernema feltiae watered into all outdoor beds and raised beds, and polytunnel beds, as a biological control for leatherjackets, as these had been observed in the soil at a level beyond tolerable.
After application, it was ensured that the soil was watered to keep moist, to ensure treatment is effective.]]> 2021-08-04 16:58:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669114135 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669134471 Pyrethrum sprayed on Prunus persica var. nucipersica as a contact bio-pesticide to treat red spider mite problem. Care was taken to spray pesticide on as much surface area of tree as possible.]]> 2021-08-04 17:21:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669134471 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669141118 Field Horsetail (Equesitum arvense) pulled by hand and gathered in a plastic bucket. Bucket filled with water and left in polytunnel for a day to make horsetail tea. This tea was then diluted 1:10 and sprayed on potato foliage as a control method for potato blight.]]> 2021-08-04 17:29:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669141118 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669151473 Potted strawberry plants left on raised trays filled with water, to act as a water bath barrier to adult vine weevil, to prevent them from laying eggs in soil.]]> 2021-08-04 17:41:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669151473 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669153425 To act as a control for aphids and whitefly. Sticky traps suspended above strawberry plants, and above beds in polytunnel. Traps monitored for pest activity and changed when necessary.]]> 2021-08-04 17:44:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669153425 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669154518 Ladybird population encouraged in polytunnel as a biological control for aphids. Marigolds interplanted with crops in polytunnel to encourage ladybird presence.]]> 2021-08-04 17:45:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669154518 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669168285 Used in between and within crop rows for weed control. Chops annual weeds at soil level.
All tools are cleaned and returned to store after use.]]> 2021-08-04 18:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669168285 lktc202068030 https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669191706 Any potentially harmful chemicals used are stored in the chemical store, and returned there after use. The store is labelled with hazard warning symbols, and is secure and closes, and has a spill tray.
Pesticides, herbicides, and fertilisers are stored here.]]> 2021-08-04 18:32:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lktc202068030/yxi34p7shtwa0yhd/wish/1669191706