Allium Bed

angelique · September 29, 2006

Hi All,

I am planning on building an allium bed for onions, garlic and leeks. Last year, I had to pull them out early to plant my tomatoes and other veggies. My new bed will dedicated only to alliums. I have room for a 4'x8' bed. I really need advice choosing to go with 6" or 8" high lumber. I have heard mixed opinions by local retailers.

I also would like to know what I can do with the allium bed once they are pulled. Most people plant onions (here) in Sept and garlic Sept to Dec. They are then pulled around May. So what can I successfully plant (annual herbs or veggies) in the bed from May to Sept? (PS. Please don't say 'maters).

Thanks lots.

Angelique

September 29, 2006	#1
angelique Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Rocklin, California Posts: 501	Allium Bed Hi All, I am planning on building an allium bed for onions, garlic and leeks. Last year, I had to pull them out early to plant my tomatoes and other veggies. My new bed will dedicated only to alliums. I have room for a 4'x8' bed. I really need advice choosing to go with 6" or 8" high lumber. I have heard mixed opinions by local retailers. I also would like to know what I can do with the allium bed once they are pulled. Most people plant onions (here) in Sept and garlic Sept to Dec. They are then pulled around May. So what can I successfully plant (annual herbs or veggies) in the bed from May to Sept? (PS. Please don't say 'maters). Thanks lots. Angelique