On Monday, Wellywoman published a really good post about using seaweed as manure. This was rather timely for me, as I have been collecting my own barrowful of slimy weed … Read more
There were 9 fruits and vegetables that saved a substantial more than everything else during 2021. Not only did I get to save money in my own garden but also … Read more
My lack of beetroot love left me feeling a little guilty, so to try and make up with one of my favourite allotment crops, I’ve decided to big up the … Read more
Real Men Sow is one year old on Thursday. To celebrate this landmark, I’d planned many exciting events and ideas, like sister sites and world allotment domination. In the end, … Read more
With hindsight, maybe I should have then planted the cuttings into a bigger pot so that I could move the rosemary inside when the weather is very cold, but instead, … Read more
My broad beans are very nearly ready, and in line with most years, I’ve grown loads of them. So, I’ll be up to my neck in ‘em within a couple … Read more
I’ve been having after zero success with peas and mangetout on the allotment. I struggled with patchy germination, and what did come through shrivelled up and went to pea heaven … Read more
There are many great recipes for rhubarb, and year by year I’m getting round to trying as many as possible. I adore the pinky green sticks and the deliciously sweet … Read more
As payday is on the horizon, I was pondering treating myself to planting a nice blueberry bush. Ailsa is half American, and having spent time there as a child, is … Read more
If you’re growing your own to save some cash (and let’s face it, who doesn’t like a few more pennies in their pocket?), then keeping the cost of your seed … Read more
I love a bit of allotment geek. Last weekend, I borrowed a surveyor’s wheel, and took precise measurements of my plot, ready to start this year’s plan. Then I found … Read more