Author of the new Children’s Book Series: Clayton’s Garden Journey: Stories of Autism and Gardening. Topics on Growing, Harvesting, Sowing, Composting & Feeding The Birds and 108 Page Weather and Seasons Weekly Gardening Record Book available on Amazon and Kindle. Aged from baby to under 5’s to enjoy, this book can be enjoyed by any ageContinueContinue reading “Vol 4 : Clayton’s Pile Of Leaves: A Story of Autism and Composting”
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Mulch in Gardening: What It Is, Why It’s Used and How to Choose the Right Type
Mulch in Gardening: What It Is, Why It’s Used, and How to Choose the Right Type Gardening is as much about nurturing soil as it is about growing plants. One of the most effective tools in a gardener’s arsenal is mulch. Though often overlooked by beginners, mulch plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy, productiveContinueContinue reading “Mulch in Gardening: What It Is, Why It’s Used and How to Choose the Right Type”
What To Do If You See a Flower Stalk Growing in Your Rhubarb
What To Do If You See a Flower Stalk Growing in Your Rhubarb Rhubarb is a garden favourite, loved for its tart stalks that make delicious pies, jams, and crumbles. But every now and then, something surprising happens, a tall stalk shoots up from the centre of the plant, topped with what looks like aContinueContinue reading “What To Do If You See a Flower Stalk Growing in Your Rhubarb”
Vol 3 : Clayton’s Tiny Little Seeds: A Story of Autism and Sowing
Author of the new Children’s Book Series: Clayton’s Garden Journey: Stories of Autism and Gardening. Topics on Growing, Harvesting, Sowing, Composting & Feeding The Birds and 108 Page Weather and Seasons Weekly Gardening Record Book available on Amazon and Kindle. Aged from baby to under 5’s to enjoy, this book can be enjoyed by any ageContinueContinue reading “Vol 3 : Clayton’s Tiny Little Seeds: A Story of Autism and Sowing”
Stitching the Seasons: Tracking Climate with a Temperature Blanket (3 Years Comparison -April)
Temperature Blankets: A 3 Year Comparison April Stitching the Seasons: Tracking Climate with a Temperature Blanket A temperature blanket is a knitting or crocheting project where each row or section represents the daily temperature over a set period, typically a year. The colours correspond to temperature ranges, creating a visual record of climate trends. Makers choose aContinueContinue reading “Stitching the Seasons: Tracking Climate with a Temperature Blanket (3 Years Comparison -April)”
Why It’s Essential to Harden Off Your Plants Before Planting Out
Why It’s Essential to Harden Off Your Plants Before Planting Out Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just dipping your fingers into the soil for the first time, you’ve likely come across the term “hardening off.” At a glance, it might sound like a niche horticultural technique reserved for commercial growers or gardening perfectionists. But the truthContinueContinue reading “Why It’s Essential to Harden Off Your Plants Before Planting Out”
Vol 2 : Clayton’s Homemade Apple Pie: A Story of Autism and Harvesting
Author of the new Children’s Book Series: Clayton’s Garden Journey: Stories of Autism and Gardening. Topics on Growing, Harvesting, Sowing, Composting and Feeding The Bids and 108 Page Weather and Seasons Weekly Gardening Record Book available on Amazon and Kindle. Aged from baby to under 5’s to enjoy, this book can be enjoyed by any ageContinueContinue reading “Vol 2 : Clayton’s Homemade Apple Pie: A Story of Autism and Harvesting”
DIY: Dead Hedge- Wildlife Haven, Wind Barrier, and Permaculture Powerhouse
DIY: Dead Hedge – Wildlife Haven, Wind Barrier, and Permaculture Powerhouse In the world of regenerative living, where every element of the landscape should serve multiple functions, dead hedges are an unsung hero. At first glance, they might look like piles of sticks arranged between stakes, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find they’re brimmingContinueContinue reading “DIY: Dead Hedge- Wildlife Haven, Wind Barrier, and Permaculture Powerhouse”
Blind Daffodils: Why They Happen and What You Can Do About Them
Blind Daffodils: Why They Happen and What You Can Do About Them Each spring we eagerly await the cheerful yellow blooms of daffodils as a sign that winter has truly passed. But sometimes, you’ll notice that while your daffodil plants produce plenty of lush green foliage, there’s one big thing missing the flowers!! These underperformingContinueContinue reading “Blind Daffodils: Why They Happen and What You Can Do About Them”
