In city gardens it is often the most unusual corners that turn out to be the best growing areas in the garden. This one has excellent exposure and good vertical …Read More about Stairwell progress
Gardening Diary Entries
Planting list – week ending 29 May 2016
Beans Lettuce Radish Beetroot
Starting beans
Starting beans from seed is one of the easiest horticultural things to do. They are ideal for showing children as the process happens over 5-10 days. Bean seeds (beans) are …Read More about Starting beans
Beans progress
Bean plants produce wonderful flowers. For gardeners the flowers are a sign that the plant is growing successfully and will soon produce beans. Every variety of bean has its own …Read More about Beans progress
Slugs in May
This month has been exceptional for slugs and snails. With the milder winter and now the very wet spring, the slug population has gone through the roof. Every gardener’s nightmare …Read More about Slugs in May
Plastic bag gardening
Black plastic poly-pots are a very cheap alternative to square or round plastic plant pots (approximately 10 euro for 25). Originally produced for plant nurseries and hydroponic growers these simple …Read More about Plastic bag gardening