Recent posts on Real Men Sow have featured a theme of end-of-season reflection. I’ve looked at the good and bad of 2018, whether my massive squash plants were actually a hindrance and even pondering the reason for growing my own vegetables. There’s something else that has also got me reflecting too. I’ve not had to …
Adding Organic Matter to Your Allotment and the Importance of Soil Fertility Read More »
I do enjoy the onset of winter. I love the seasonal change, the cosy evenings in front of the wood burner, and the chance to put my feet up and forget the allotment for a while. You might not want to rest for too long though, as there is still plenty to do (when is …
6 Ways To Make the Most of Your Allotment During Winter Read More »
Yesterday, I just about beat the downpour to rake some goodness over my raised beds. This year is a first for me – I have always used farmyard manure to replenish my soil. I don’t know if this is tradition, but it’s just a routine I’ve always followed. End of the season, dig over, fill …
A Soil Improver Change for 2014: Seaweed and Kitchen Compost Read More »
