Category Archives: Veg patch

Getting in a pickle

sandwich

There’s no doubt about it, summer 2012 was a complete wash out weather-wise, the wettest summer in 100 years, so some say. Back in April, filled with hope, I planted some lovely veg. The crop was disappointing, so I can’t … Continue reading

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Turning things over

veg patch feb 12

I had dinner with a friend a couple of nights ago, she’s in the premier league when it comes to growing veg.  She doesn’t just have an allotment, she’s also done courses in growing organically and she has little snippets … Continue reading

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How many borlotti beans make five?

borlotti-beans

I was never any good at maths at school but I do love a good minestrone and now the nights are drawing in, I hate to have to admit it but it’s even getting a bit colder. However, all is … Continue reading

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