As I continue with the development of my new veg garden in Somerset (it’s a lot bigger job than I first thought!), I’m starting to consider where I want to position my permanent features such as fruit bushes and canes. The optimum time for planting fruit bushes is the dormant period between November and February, …
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Back in October, I blogged about how I was edging towards growing more fruit than veg. We’re eating lots of berries in particular, but with summer long gone, choices are limited. After buying some frozen local berries in the shop recently, I’ve been inspired to try and grow enough fruit for a freezer full through …
A few years ago, I dreamt of running my own jam-making business. I didn’t plan to take over the jam world, just a dabble in the local farmers’ markets and some extra pocket money. I bought (a lot of) jars and designed logos and labels. Jono’s Man Jam was born. Being a typically faddish man, …
