using a gutter

[supermum]

i have read that it is possiblt to use a gutter to sow seeds in which would be useful in my confined space but my question is... do i need to drill holes in the guttering to aid drainage or not?

[SarzWix]

Hi

I've moved your thread out of Growing Techniques into an appropriate board.

Many Thanks

http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...here_4846.html

[Rocketron]

No, don't drill holes. The roots will grow through the holes and you won't be able to slide the plants out of the guttering into the ground.

[Digger-07]

No, don't drill holes. The roots will grow through the holes and you won't be able to slide the plants out of the guttering into the ground.

I agree, but found out too late, it took ages to get the peas into the ground.

[Jardiniere]

grew carrots this way a couple of years ago but was not overpleased with results..shant do it again.

[sweetiepea]

I start my peas off in gutters in the greenhouse every year. A great success for me. Don't drill holes. I cap the ends with the base of cheap slug traps from the Euro (pound) shop to RETAIN water. Don't make them too long if you're going to be emptying them on your own - they can get quite heavy. I slid mine out yesterday. Can be a little difficult, but if you gently loosen the gutter away from the compost BEFORE you start to empty it, it should slide out easily. If planning to empty into a raised bed, check that the gutter isn't too long!