I’m a raised bed convertee, having used this growing system exclusively on my previous veg patch, and I’m beginning to build beds in our new garden in Somerset. There are a number of good reasons to use raised beds, including easier access and higher soil temperatures, but a significant drawback is cost. Materials can be …
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‘You’re losing interest, aren’t you?’ I was in my shed, tinkering with a bike when my mum said that to me yesterday morning. Bikes are my other passion after veg growing, and I was giving the road bike a much needed Spring overhaul. ‘I’m not losing interest, mum. Things are just different now.’ I thought …
Refining My Allotment Habits and Growing Differently Read More »
Three years ago today, I was edging closer and closer to finishing my three garden raised beds. If you’re thinking of trying raised beds, I’d thoroughly recommend them for a number of reasons, including attractiveness and the chance to control your soil. Since using my beds for the first time in 2014 I’m well and …
