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Who runs the site

This site is run by a committee, for the Markhole Allotment Association, on behalf of the London Borough of Richmond. The association pays for ongoing costs — acquisitions, capital developments, maintenance, improvements, running the site and some non-fundraising events.

The Council pays for water and the cost of maintaining the perimeter fence. We encourage every plotholder to become a member of the association for a £10 annual subscription. These subs are one of the main sources of income for the association.

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    Different vegetables have different needs, so target water where it matters most. Common veg fall into three groups. Water throughout growth Fast, continuously growing veg needing roughly 20 litres/m² per week in dry spells: Water at key growth stages Water sparingly Mainly root veg, perennials and over-wintering crops that need little attention once established: