I’ve been wondering about re-naming this monthly series of looking after your garden. I don’t want it to sound like a list of chores or something you put off doing. But I reckon if you like gardening, you’ll be in it for the joy, the satisfaction & how good it makes you feel, & you […]
Vegetables To Grow And Sow In February
What vegetables to grow & sow in February largely depends on the weather. The longer days are noticeable, but its a few weeks before there’s a good amount of daylight & milder weather that signals most plants into growth. There have been many disappointing attempts to sow seeds, I eventually realised that sowing too early […]
The Advantages of A January Garden.
As the end of January approaches, I have to admit, I’m going to miss her. There’s a clamour & a whole host of hashtags dedicated to the arrival of Spring, a sense of just hanging around, waiting for it all to begin. But I’m in the camp that sees a lot of advantages in a […]
How To Grow Chillies
And we’re off! … its time for the first vegetable seeds to be sown. January is too cold & dark for most seeds, but ideal for chillies. Chilli plants like warm, sunny weather, slightly cooler nights & hate being wet. They’e originally from South America, so that gives you a good idea of the conditions […]
Garden Plans For 2019
Here we are, teetering on the edge of a new year, with dreams of a garden of lush vegetables, fragrant herbs & sweet smelling roses. But this will only happen with a plan transferred from your imagination to paper. It’s the best way to get the most from your garden, not to have regrets & […]
What To Do In The Garden In January
Given kind weather, gardening at this time of year is a particular joy. I spent a couple of happy sessions having a clear-up in the garden during the Christmas holiday. Close inspection of the first border revealed small tufts of grass & baby dandelions already growing & looking settled in for the year. However, they’re […]
What To Do In The Garden In November
Winter is a balance between getting things cleared away & ready for the next year whilst not being over-zealous about clearing away too much. I’m fond of a natural slightly wayward look, as long as the lawn & the paths are cleared of leaves. I rather enjoy the repetition of raking up leaves, theres a […]
Glorious Autumn Colour For Your Garden.
I hope you’re enjoying the autumn colour, that last fiery farewell in the garden before winter gets a grip. I’ve made a determined effort after the high winds & dashing rain of this last week, to notice the fabulous colours before they disappear completely. I read somewhere once, that buying a seasonal plant […]
What To Do In The Garden In October
Bright days, cold nights & beautiful autumn colours are breaking out all over. Tall grasses that have played a supporting role, become more noticeable in Autumn, as herbaceous plants begin to die back & the garden slides towards winter. It’s good to leave theses grasses in place & watch the changes as they develop […]
Kokedama Workshop at Jamie Oliver H.Q.
Its easy to see why houseplants are back in the spotlight, at little cost, they instantly transform a room into a more vibrant space & boost your mood, we all feel better for having some greenery around us. They also have the ability, though I think of it more as a superpower, of quietly getting […]
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