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Old 01-02-2007, 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by JennieAtkinson View Post
My parsley (curled and flatleaf), oregano (probably marjoram) and rosemary have wintered well in the plytunnel and the sage and thyme just look as though they are going to sprout. Disappointment has been mint this year, but I think I need some new plants. Everything else I find I have to sow fresh each year.

How far south are you KK?
I think mint is the exception to the rule Jennie! Most herbs like dry arid conditions but mint likes it a bit boggy!
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