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Brassica collars

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Hi

I was wondering if anyone has made their own brassica collars before, I was thinking of using cardboard?

thanks for any helps, not grown cabbage before

Jasminecuddle:confused:

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  • RAS
    RAS Posts: 32,859 Forumite
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    Hi

    I cut squares of old carpet, carpet tile or vinyl about 5 inches across and make a slit in them. Works fine.
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  • jennybridger
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    i had some old craft foam that i used last year - it needs to be able to be flexible as the plants grows.
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  • unrich
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    Old roofing felt.
  • Jasminecuddle
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    many thanks for all your help, not sure if I have any of those but will have a look, appreciate your help:beer: :beer:
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