elevated ginseng beds/ off the ground

[darren123]

Has anyone ever raised ginseng in an elevated raised bed box? I was thinking of making one about 2 ft off the ground. My theory is that it would be easier to control pests. If I fo how deep do tje beds need to be for the winters. I live on Tennessee so our winters are fairly mild. What consistency of potting soil, sand and mulch is best?

[Brad]

I've contemplated that same thing Darren.  My thought is to double up my growing space in the same footprint much like is commonly done in greenhouses.  I think this would be a huge help with nematode issues.

My only concern is keeping them moist enough, without drowning out the beds below.

As I mentioned via email, I have a preferred mix ratio in the book http://www.emeraldcastlefarms.com/Products/book.htm

I've raised ginseng for a couple years ok in straight peat.  I've never tried potting soil.

[Brad]

http://www.emeraldcastlefarms.com/forum/index.php/topic,100.0.html


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