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How to Grow Turmeric at Home

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Can I grow turmeric in a domestic polytunnel? Turmeric, just like ginger, is a spice that is grown from a rhizome. In a garden polytunnel , turmeric is grown very much in the same way as ginger. Above all, what you need to know about growing turmeric is that it needs warmth.   When growing turmeric or ginger in your domestic polytunnel, preparation is the key. Ginger and turmeric both have one thing in common. They don't like to grow in the ground in colder climates. Even as far south as Spain, you will find that both species like to grow in pots elevated from the ground.   Growing Turmeric in a Garden Polytunnel   Your turmeric needs to be planted in pots that are elevated at least 50cm of the ground. You can build a growing bench using bricks. Simply place your bricks in a square or whatever size fits in your domestic polytunnel.   On top of the bricks, place a wooden top. In my domestic polytunnel , I have used an old door. I know that this sounds ...

How To Grow Okra in a Polytunnel

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Okra loves a warm atmosphere and lots of sunshine. When you are deciding to experiment with more exotic crops in your garden polytunnel , okra is a good exotic vegetable starter. Not only because it is easy to grow. Okra is great to eat and can be added to a variety of dishes including casseroles and pies.   What Are the Health Benefits of Okra?   Even though okra is not a large vegetable, it certainly packs a punch when it comes to health benefits. As a matter of fact, it is one of the few vegetables that you can grow in your garden polytunnel that produces a higher-than-average level of magnesium.   Okra is also rich in both vitamin C and A. It also contains folate and is a rich source of dietary fibre. When Should I Plant Okra?   If the temperature within your domestic polytunnel is constant and does not fall below 10 Celsius, you can plant okra almost any time.   Plant okra directly into the ground or in pots. As long as the seeds are...