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 …
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 …
Japeto Hori Hori Knife Deluxe and Leather Holster – Product Review
By KJ Japeto Hori Hori Product Review£32.95Delivery £6.95Free next working day delivery on orders over £60.00 + VAT**exceptions reply. See website for details. I was kindly asked by Japeto if I would review their product, the ‘Hori Hori’ knife which is part of their collection of gardening tools. You can read more about Japeto and …