By KJ Calendula moisturising bars The best thing about growing Calendula for me is watching all the insects that come to enjoy those bright happy flowers that sway and sing with the wind. Calendula is a must have for any cottage garden/allotment/informal space and is an excellent open flower which is perfect for those …
Comfrey miracle balm
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 …
Plant Selection Regret
By KJ Follow me on social media 💕 Walking through the allotment in October, I am greeted by many happy Dahlia faces, most if which I love. Except one. The eyesore of a Dahlia is also the most prolific and healthy plants in my allotment. I’ve nicknamed it ‘Hydra’ as you cut off …
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 …
Chelsea Flower Show
By KJ I had the absolute honour of being invited to RHS Chelsea Flower Show last month, and I have been processing the whirlwind it was for all this time! I have never been able to afford to go to Chelsea, so to go for the first time on press day was the baptism …