Winter is starting much like summer finished, wet. Forecasts suggest a wet winter which is not ideal with garden beds already sodden and wet. Raised beds do better draining excess …Read More about November: Winter planting
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October: Small successes
It has been a difficult year in the garden. October is the start of the winter crop season so gardeners can hope a mild winter might follow an awful summer, …Read More about October: Small successes
Spring Bluebells in May
Never plant in the garden until the Bluebells are out, is an old gardener’s expression. However, as April was the coldest in 35 years, the ground this year is still …Read More about Spring Bluebells in May
March: Waiting for spring
It may be some time before spring arrives and outdoor planting can begin. The present weather with record highs for February and minus zero temperatures does not bode well for …Read More about March: Waiting for spring
January gardening
With temperatures forecast under 5 degrees for the next week or so there is not much opportunity for starting new plants in the garden. The broad beans, garlic and onions …Read More about January gardening
Winter chill coming
The weather has been mild for the time of year with even a warm start to November. Temperatures over 10 degrees are good for planting out new plants. The temperature …Read More about Winter chill coming