Heatwave, Tomatoes, Sowing & Harvesting
Getting as much done as possible in the heatwave. Sowing, harvesting and cultivating before it gets too hot.
Allotment Garden Diary
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Yearly Archives: 2021
Things Going Well on the Plots
Generally things are looking pretty good on the plots despite being a bit behind this year. I blame the weather.
Do The New Slug Pellets Work?
Do the new ferrous phosphate organic slug pellets work as well as the old metaldehyde slug pellets? Answering the question.
Calabrese, Corn, Pest Problems
The weather's a bit like the curate's egg - good in parts! Getting on with things when the weather permits, some of the highlights.
Chemicals – Good and Bad
Some thoughts on the benefits and pitfalls of using chemicals in the garden plot. Plus a bit of advice on using them
Summer Solstice
Summer Solstice. A little explanation and a few thoughts and observations on the longest day of the year.
Planting Pumpkins & Squash
We're planting out the pumpkins and squashes that I've grown in pots in the sheltered environment of the greenhouse.
Polytunnel, Dripline, Fertiliser
The dripline watering system is running well now I've got it worked out,. Polytunnel is being very productive. Mixing my own fertiliser.
Self-Watering Wicking Pot Experiment
Experimenting with making an ultra low-cost wicking pot system for tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers etc.
Whitefly, & Weedkiller Woes
Answering a question about whitefly and a problem from using weed and feed on the lawn grass.
Strawberries Galore!
Now the weather has turned and we're getting on with things outside. Harvesting has started! Kilos of lovely strawberries.
Mantis Tiller Serviced
I've had my Mantis Tiller serviced, which was expensive but worth it. They're a great machine, lightweight and versatile but a few problems.
Sweet Peppers, Bad Weather Arrives
I've lost my touch with peppers so I've bought some rather fine plants from the garden centre. Oh the shame!
Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, Potatoes
Sweetcorn getting planted, tomatoes in the greenhouse and polytunnel borders and very soon new potatoes for the table.
Sweetcorn, Tomatoes & Beans
Despite the poor weather and my bad back, getting some tasks sorted.
Dripline Watering, planting, back trouble
Installing dripline watering systems into the polytunnel. Planting out tomatoes undercover despite the cool weather. Back problems.
How long can seeds in the ground remain viable
An experiment started in 1879 is showing how long weed seeds can remain viable for in the ground. The results are surprising.
Natural Slug & Snail Controls Tested
Slugs and snails, words to bring fear to any gardener's heart! It's been a good year in the endless slug war so far but warm wet weather is ideal for the slimy devils. What to do?
Flower Invasion, Brassicas, Rabbits, Pepper Disaster
Flowers occupying the bench, brassica planting, micronutrients, rampaging rabbits and silly mistake with the peppers.
Too dry – very busy on the plot
Too dry, we need rain! Lots going on outside, planting enough lettuce to feed a rabbit warren.
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