By KJ Normally when I mention comfrey, I see people’s noses automatically crinkle up because if you have ever made your own nitrogenous plant feed from it, you’ll know that it sure has a distinctive and almost putrid smell when rotted down. Comfrey is more than a friendly pollinator and some smelly feed – it’s …
A gardening ‘influencer’ at an event
By KJ Follow me on social media 💕 It might seem glamorous travelling round the country, trying to make a name for yourself. I want to share my gardening passion with the masses and the best way to do that is to go to event. It’s not just about talking to stands and making relationships …
Variety at the allotment
By KJ Follow me on social media 💕 Since lockdown, there has been a surge of at-home growers and people who influence our lives outdoors. I feel we came to appreciate the value of our outdoors during this time, and this has now progressed to generations of people who want and need better lives. …
Leggy seedlings no more!
By KJ Despite the colder weather, warmer and sunnier days are on their way and we all know what that means… seed sowing! I am trying to sort through my seeds for this month whilst I write this and it’s just a little overwhelming. I’m not normally so eager to get things going …
Growing your own Garlic for life
By KJ I have been growing my own garlic for about 6 years now and I haven’t looked back. We no longer buy shop garlic or seed garlic and it it’s a must have in any kitchen garden. You can plant garlic any time from September to late March, but first you need to …