via Garden Organic Co-op supermarkets are working with Westland Horticulture to sell New Horizon peat-free compost at its food stores and forecourts. Hannah Rogers, from Garden Organic says: “This is fantastic news, and shows that retailers and garden centres are getting the message that peat simply isn’t necessary for the garden. We congratulate the Co-op …
A reminder from Darren Lerigo, our speaker a few weeks ago, that the boxwood caterpillar will be coming to life about now… and catching them on their first life cycle now will mean less work later in the year! Darren has provided this link to the relevant section of the “Green Gardener” website – and …
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This time of year there seems to be more food waste than ever before – so instead of throwing it away, we urge you to #compost your green food waste. With a mix of veg peelings and cardboard, e.g. toilet roll tubes and egg boxes, you’ll end up with beautifully rich compost for the next …
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It still seems strange to be planting tomatoes in December, but that what I’ve just finished doing on our field here on Gozo. After five years of trying to grow trees and plants with varying degrees of success, the growing seasons here still feel at times a little topsy turvy. My go-to reference guide to …
What is dark brown, crumbly, good for your garden – and completely free? No, it’s not chocolate cake. It’s leafmould! http://Everything you need to know. Follow this link…
We’ve devised a possible mentoring system for new gardeners! If there’s anyone who’s feeling the need for a bit of practical advice and encouragement, we could try to match you up with someone near to you who could give a helping hand. Our mentors, so far, include Ron Bates (Leigh-on-Sea) 01702 477681; Carole and Vic …
A Forest of Cosmos!
