It’s tea time – Teas that can benefit your garden
For centuries tea has been drunk for enjoyment, for comfort, for convalescence and for health. But did you know that […]
Gardening Notes
Here you’ll find all things relating to my garden. I share my garden’s journey with you. Showing you what is flowering and what I’m growing in the veggie garden. The garden projects I’ve undertaken and give some insight into the birds, insects and other creepy-crawlies visiting my garden.
A No-Lawn Garden Makeover
The concept of a no-lawn garden is an idea that has been gaining more support over recent years. Keeping a
What to do about slugs and snails in your garden
I have yet to meet a gardener who doesn’t bemoan the slugs and snails eating their plants. If you feel
The birds in my garden – Mousebirds
It is encouraging to see the different bird species that have made their homes in my garden over the years.
How to grow Butternuts
Whether you know them as butternut squash or butternut pumpkin, butternuts are an easy crop to grow. Even the most
Tackling Pesky Pumpkin Flies
Pumpkin flies are a cause for much heartache and despair amongst farmers and veggie gardeners alike. Often mistaken for a
10 Healing Herbs – healthy for you, healthy for your garden
For centuries herbs have been used in remedies, tinctures, oils and more to promote healing and health but did you
Let’s see what’s growing in the veggie garden this Spring
Back in August the social media gardening groups were abuzz with comments about who was planting what for spring. Many
Attention Ladybirds! The Aphids are this way
My heart just sinks when I see aphids on my plants. I am sure this is the case with most
Garden Project #4 – Part 2 of the Garden Makeover
The journey of the garden makeover continues. The drought had played a pivotal role in our decision to redesign our