Chilly Days
April 26, 2017
Frost tender plants and trees are a bit of a challenge when typical Scottish weather, even in April can be cold, wet with hail and snow.
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Here We Grow Yet Again
February 22, 2017
lacto-fermenting and popping amaranth seeds, there is always something new to learn. … More Here We Grow Yet Again
Sow What!
February 18, 2017
Don’t be daunted by thoughts of what you can’t grow, experiment and see what you can grow. … More Sow What!
Pond Life
February 15, 2017
Louisiana Black Gamecock iris, along with the white water lily, have outgrown their baskets and will need to be split and re-potted. The pond is going to be a major challenge this year. … More Pond Life
Chilling Out
February 5, 2017
I thought I was prepared for planting in 2017, but there is a moment when you realise that time is overtaking your plans and drastic action is called for. … More Chilling Out
Clip It
September 29, 2016
As the season goes on, you need to make sure that fruiting plants can bear the weight of the bountiful harvest you hope to have. … More Clip It
It’s A Dirty Trick
September 5, 2016
Plants can be a bit furtive and sneak into places when no-one is aware of them. Reusing compost comes up with many surprises. … More It’s A Dirty Trick
Binder Twine And Duct Tape
August 28, 2016
A little bit of imagination goes a long way. It’s always worthwhile thinking if there is an alternative to buying what you need. … More Binder Twine And Duct Tape
Little Glean Apples
August 22, 2016
Not only do we waste a lot of food, the supermarkets discard a lot, but tonnes are left in the farmer’s fields after being rejected by the supermarkets. … More Little Glean Apples
Plants For Free
August 19, 2016
Seeds, cuttings and a lot of fingers crossed to get an ample supply of next year’s plants for free. … More Plants For Free
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