Vol 2 in the Series: HARVESTINGClayton’s Homemade Apple Pie: A Story of Autism and Harvesting Clayton’s Homemade Apple Pie: A Story of Autism and Harvesting A short story about a young boy harvesting his apples that he’s grown in his garden to make apple pie to share with his neighbours in the local community. HisContinueContinue reading “Vol 2 : Clayton’s Homemade Apple Pie: A Story of Autism and Harvesting”
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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”
Vol 1 : Clayton’s New Garden Journey: A Story of Autism and Growing
Vol 1 in the Series: GROWINGClayton’s New Garden Journey: A Story of Autism and Growing Clayton’s New Garden Journey: A Story of Autism and Growing A short story about a young boy being worried being in a new home and garden. His mum understanding his needs helps him start building a garden together. This helpsContinueContinue reading “Vol 1 : Clayton’s New Garden Journey: A Story of Autism and Growing”
The Jar Test: A Simple DIY Soil Texture Analysis
The Jar Test: A Simple DIY Soil Texture Analysis Understanding soil composition is fundamental to successful gardening, farming, and land stewardship. In permaculture, soil health is a primary focus, as it directly impacts plant growth, water retention, and ecosystem balance. One of the simplest, yet most effective ways to analyse soil texture at home isContinueContinue reading “The Jar Test: A Simple DIY Soil Texture Analysis”
Dandelions in Your Garden: Why You Should Leave Them Be
Dandelions in Your Garden: Why You Should Leave Them Be If you’ve ever spent time meticulously pulling dandelions from your lawn, you’re not alone. For generations, these bright yellow flowers have been labelled as weeds and targeted by homeowners striving for a pristine, green lawn. But what if we told you that dandelions are notContinueContinue reading “Dandelions in Your Garden: Why You Should Leave Them Be”
Organic Gardening: A No Chemical Approach With A Few Simple Changes
Organic Gardening: A No Chemical Approach With A Few Simple Changes. Choose Not To Use Chemicals In Your Garden In an era where environmental sustainability is paramount, organic gardening has become more than just a hobby, it is a movement towards self sufficiency and ecological balance. By incorporating permaculture principles and companion planting, you canContinueContinue reading “Organic Gardening: A No Chemical Approach With A Few Simple Changes”
How To Not Touch Plant Roots When Transplanting Seedlings
The Importance of Not Touching Plant Roots When Transplanting Seedlings Adaptable Gardening – Transplanting Tips Transplanting seedlings is a crucial step in a plant’s growth journey. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a beginner nurturing your first crop, how you handle seedlings during transplantation can significantly impact their health and future development. One of theContinueContinue reading “How To Not Touch Plant Roots When Transplanting Seedlings”
Building Resilient Soil: Composting and Mulching
Get Weekly Blogs Straight To Your Inbox Building Resilient Soil: Composting and Mulching Soil is the foundation of any successful garden, and building resilient, nutrient rich soil is essential for sustainable gardening. March is an ideal time to focus on improving your soil in Scotland, as the growing season is just beginning. Incorporating permaculture techniquesContinueContinue reading “Building Resilient Soil: Composting and Mulching”
