Monthly Archives: April 2013

After James Wong’s inspirational talk yesterday I went to the Forest Garden Centre and bought a selection of James’ seeds. They are all tucked up in the propagator – can’t wait to see how they do in Derbyshire! I have … Continue reading →

The other person asked to speak to Bakewell in Bloom this weekend was James Wong. He was great an inspirational speaker with lots of facts and figures to give street cred to his talk! It isn’t easy to talk to … Continue reading →

We were thrilled to be invited to talk to Bakewell in Bloom this weekend.The theme for Britain in Bloom this year is “edible landscapes” Vanessa wove this theme into her talk. It is amazing how many edible plants are also … Continue reading →

Jenny broke her ankle in London but was back at the allotment within the week! There is something very therapeutic about gardening! It was also great to harvest some salad for lunch.

We have seen a plot of land with a 2 storey garage. We intend to use the garage as a potting shed and to have a polytunnel and greenhouse on the land. We want to use this plot to feed … Continue reading →

We always feel like sring has sprung when it is time to put the yurt up – even if the weather is awful!!

Vanessa and Jenny went on a great course run by Alistair Clark at the Eco-Centre. There was some great theory input in the morning, a lovely local lunch, followed by a walk up Bole Hill and more talking. It really … Continue reading →