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Seed Swapsies 2022

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Alreet m' paper packets, The deranged skin headed Bronson (played by Tom Hardy) has taken a prison guard hostage in his cell. A telephone is passed through the door's hatch. The governor on the other end asks "What do you want?". Bronson replies 'What have you got?' Bronson As promised... here is some of what I have : Amaranthus Caudatus Red (Love Lies Bleeding) (grown as ornamental but is edible) Cucumber 'Crystal Lemon' Dill 'Mammoth' Dwarf French Beans  Chilli Pepper 'Cayenne' Pumpkin 'Blue Prince' Runner Bean Scarlet Emperor Tomatoes (a whole range, including cherries, beefsteaks etc)   There may be many more added to this list, but I am checking the viability of some using this handy chart, courtesy of Chicago Botanic Garden - The RHS Veg Planner is useful for formulating a seed to harvest plan. This year I want to get better at growing salad crops successionally, to ensure a constant supply. An old colleague, Ridders,...