Over the weekend of January 30 and 31, the Belgium nature conservation organisation Natagora organised a volunteer bird survey, “guess who comes to eat in the garden.” Volunteers are invited …Read More about Natagora bird count
Diary of a Brussels Kitchen Garden
A welcome bit of frost
A lot of older gardeners hold with turning over the soil before a frost. Letting the frost get into the soil. They say it kills of weeds and pests. In …Read More about A welcome bit of frost
Hanging trays
Balcony rails are useful for hanging trays close to the house. These are ideal for salads and picking crops used regularly. Trays must be well secured and watched for drying …Read More about Hanging trays
Composting tips 02
Making Compost The best compost is made from mixing layers of different organic materials from the kitchen and garden. The layers should not become compacted as air movement through the …Read More about Composting tips 02
Composting tips 01
Home composting means using all vegetable waste, peelings and cuttings. Cooked foods and meat waste should be avoided. All garden waste can be used. In autumn, leaves can be gathered …Read More about Composting tips 01
Growing peppers
Growing hot chilli peppers in the city is remarkably straightforward. The plants do not take up much space and provide an excellent all year supply of spice to a wide …Read More about Growing peppers