A life in the garden

As the golden days of summer fade, a new beauty emerges on the allotment. October brings a crisp chill to the air and a magnificent array of colours, a time for reflection and preparation. The past mo

Seeing rest as a job has been a game changer on the allotment at this time of year for Olga Grieves

I love the autumnal colours of October, but it’s a busy month as my, my brother’s and one of my nieces’ birthdays are in this month. It can, therefore, be an expensive month, which is why I love to gi

The unpredictability of wet and dry weather is impacting our gardens and how well they thrive. But there are simple strategies to make both your plot and your planting more resilient

The garden has given me much joy this year, though it’s not been without its challenges! Especially the weather, with so little rain for long periods. But those two months of drought made little impac

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