Soil for greenhouse trough

[Flower pot man]

Good evening all,

I am building large troughs to place in my greenhouse, really just for growing tomatoes, peppers, cucumber etc. What type of soiled should I use? Is top soil alone a ok choice?

cheers
stephen

 

[Tetters]

We usually use Jacks Magic compost for those crops Stephen. Soil in the garden is ok, but there are usually a few bugs and weed seeds in it. The compost has a seaweed feed in it and gives your plants a good start. As they grow a bit bigger we usually top up with diluted seaweed feed weekly.

 

[Flower pot man]

That’s great, I just want to get it right the first time. What depth are your troughs?? Is 18 inches ok? Planning to use decking boards..

cheers.
stephen

 

[Tetters]

18 inches would be champion - but bear in mind Jacks Magic is about £5 for 50 litres.

 

[Flower pot man]

Grand, thank you for your help

 

[Tetters]

You are most welcome. Hope your crops do well