Lettuce Growing Well In Our Poly Tunnel
Here’s an updated photo of the lettuce we’re growing in our poly tunnel, taken late this afternoon. They’re looking great, even though they are growing quite slowly for lettuce grown by this method (nutrient film technology).
I’ve read that some commercial growers can have lettuce grow to saleable size within 4 to 5 weeks. Pretty impressive… but we’re growing without chemicals, using organic fertilizer. This is our first attempt, so it’s a huge learning curve for us.
Ours aren’t even close to being ready and they were germinated 8 weeks ago. We’re not using artificial lights, only sunlight and it’s mid winter here. But we’re having a go. Which is what gardening is about 
Purists wouldn’t consider this to be organic gardening, but I think with the water restrictions that we’re dealing with at the moment (and possibly forever), this form of “organic gardening” may be the way of the future. This method can use up to 90% less water than traditional gardening methods – something to think hard about!
Happy Organic Gardening, Healthy Living…
Julie
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Julie
I found your blog through Michael Rasmussen’s blog and I was very interested when I saw you were from South Australia. I am in Western Australia.
I would like to talk to you about orgainic growing and related matters. Could you email me at :veggiepatch@westnet.com.au
Hope to hear from you.
John
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