A double dose of bluebells
Last week we managed to do quite a bit of work on the allotment, as well as fitting in plenty of walks with Ruby. First, let's catch up with work…
Above ground planting
Last week was very mixed weather-wise so we just visited the allotment when we could. We still have plenty of tidying up to do, including weeding. It never stops does…
Experimenting with parsnip seeds
April's weather hasn't been all that good for gardening. Last week was on the wet side and the result is that the allotment needs a few days of dry weather…
One potato, two potato
One of the main tasks at the allotment last week was to plant potatoes.Firstly, Martyn tilled some of the beds whilst I weeded and cleared more beds.Three long beds were…
At last some planting
Last week the rain abated and at times the sun shone, so we took the plunge and started planting. Fortunately, beds had been dug over earlier in the year so…
March – unsuitable for gardening
At the end of February, we were doing well at the allotment. We felt all ready for a good start to the season when spring arrived in March. However, it…