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Marching on!
In March, I rebuilt compost bins, ordered seeds, and completed various small tasks. I acquired Ikea propagators and repaired a water butt. I also organized new plot numbers, cut the grass, mulched, and pruned blackberries. April looks promising for sowing.
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Rebuilding the compost bins
The original compost bins, made from pallets and lined with weed matting, needed rebuilding after six years of use. The rotten bottoms and frayed matting spurred the decision. The process involved clearing, building, and moving compost, resulting in four sturdy bins without plastic lining, with added stability and deck board…
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February Rain and planning for 2024
February has been a total wash out this year. If you’re gardener like me, yhe wind, the rain and the cold can be really off putting, and it makes you not want to go outside. Also, dare I say it, I’ve experienced some gardening-fomo – whereby I keep scrolling and…
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How to choose the right shed: 5 tips from the experts – Waltons Sheds
The good folks at Waltons got in touch recently and asked for my thoughts on how to choose the right shed for your garden, green space and plot. I was more than happy to oblige, and you can read the full article below. The article also features some wise words…
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Follow me on Tumblr!
Threads feels like the new kid on the block when it comes to social media. What is Tumblr? I have a Tumblr blog which is woefully neglected – but hopefully, that’s all set to change! Tumblr (pronounced “tumbler”) is a microblogging and social networking website founded by David Karp in 2007 and currently owned by American company Automattic. The…
The Carrot Tops Allotment Blog! 