Stories, Tips & Traditions

Practical tips, real experiences, and traditions rooted in farming life.

How No Dig Transformed My Vegetable Garden: Charles Dowding No Dig

Success with Charles Dowding’s no dig method comes down to consistency and observation. The approach isn’t complicated, but it requires commitment, lets read on.

Digging Plants: When and How to Lift Your Garden Plants Without Damage

Digging your plants out of existing compost or repotting is an essential in allotment growing and gardening however it’s important you know how to!

When To Plant Tulip Bulbs: The Six Week Window That Matters

This is a tough one because is there a perfect time to plant tulip bulbs? Lets find out.

From Clove to Bulb: A Complete Guide on How to Grow Garlic

Do you know how to grow garlic? We basically buy the seeds every month for cooking! In this article we are going to talk about going from clove to bulb.

How Community Gardens Transform Empty Spaces Into Food

There is something very satisfying about building a community and developing a community garden. Lets discuss what’s possible.

How To Eat In Season In The UK: A Practical Guide Based on 12 Months of Local Shopping

Lets talk about changing our eating habits to start eating with the seasons. In this blog I will talk about my experiences eating seasonally.