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    Hi there,

    My name is Rowan and I recently moved to Bristol. I'm thinking of applying for an allotment there, I see there are a few plots vacant with little or no waiting list at some sites. I guess it will be a pretty unloved plot, overgrown and maybe poor soil.

    I come under the category of complete novice, only every having grown a few spuds in a barrels, cauli, broc, spring onion and sweetcorn in planters in a back yard. If I decide to go for a plot, then no doubt you'll all soon become pretty fed up of me asking basic questions, but if anyone has any advice on taking over a plot in poor condition at the start of next year, I'd be happy to hear it!!

    Good luck for the new year everyone, it's rapidly approaching!

    R

  • #2
    Hello and welcome to the vine Rowan
    Location....East Midlands.

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    • #3
      Hello and welcome. Good luck with your plans and spend the down time reading and asking!
      Le Sarramea https://jgsgardening.blogspot.com/

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      • #4
        Hello Rowan, and welcome to the Vine.

        Good luck with the allotment application. You may find your plot will be overgrown, but there is no reason for the soil to be poor. A bit of hard work clearing and you will be well on your way.

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        • #5
          Hello & welcome
          He who smiles in the face of adversity,has already decided who to blame

          Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity

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          • #6
            Hi Rowan - Welcome and Enjoy
            Endeavour to have lived, so that when you die, even the undertaker will be sorry - Puddinghead Wilson's Diary

            Nutter by Nature

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            • #7
              Welcome to the vine Rowan. You have come to just the right place for advice and ideas on growing your own!
              Whooops - now what are the dogs getting up to?

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              • #8
                Welcome, I would say get your name down asap, the sooner you get a plot the better. I wouldn't be to bothered by how overgrown it might be it could actually mean the soil is good, weeds like good soil as much as veg. It also means you have a blank canvas to do what you want. Also getting the plot early allows you to get it ready for next season.

                Don't worry about being inexperienced, I hadn't grown anything when I got my plot, it means you have more to learn but that is also half the fun and there will always someone who will can help.

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                • #9
                  Thanks all. Just about to fire off a few enquiries. Wife is onboard too. Very excited

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                  • #10
                    Hello, and welcome to the Madhouse!
                    All the best - Glutton 4 Punishment
                    Freelance shrub butcher and weed removal operative.

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                    • #11
                      Hello and welcome to the vine Rowan. I hope you manage to get your plot soon, you will then have plenty of time before the spring to make your mark on your new plot. Good Luck!

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                      • #12
                        Hello. I too am in Bristol and you sound like an expert gardener to me

                        Don't worry about asking people for advice on the allotments. I had no idea which were weeds and which were potatoes. Folks were happy to show me

                        J

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                        • #13
                          Where are you in Bristol? (some Plot vacancies near us)

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                          • #14
                            Hello and a very warm, if belated, welcome to the Vine
                            Granny on the Game in Sheffield

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