Archive for January 2021
Activity of the Week – Leaf tracing & rubbing
Activity of the Week Leaf tracing & rubbing In 2020, many of us embraced going for long walks, and the start of 2021 is no different. So, why not enjoy some family time outdoors and bring it indoors? Leaf tracing is a great way to get out and get some much-needed fresh air, with a…
Read More...Sow Your Own – Tomatoes
Sow Your Own Tomatoes An all-time favourite to grow, it’s time to sow your tomatoes. Now, there are two types of tomato plants, bush varieties which don’t require staking or support and can be grow in hanging baskets, or cordon varieties which grow tall. Cordon varieties do require support, either a bamboo stick in the…
Read More...Job of the Week – Order your Seeds
Job of the Week Order your Seeds The first activity of the week was to draw up the plans for your vegetable garden or allotment and get an idea for where you wanted to grow. So, now it’s time to put that into action. If you’ve decided what you want to grow, it’s the perfect…
Read More...Wintersweet: Plant of the Week
Plant of the Week Wintersweet Wintersweet also known as Chimonathus praecox is a species of plant from China. This flowering shrub produces a spicy scented flower from December through to March. It has yellow bell-shaped flowers that have blood-red staining. They flower in clusters along the branch and have the potential to reach up to…
Read More...Activity of the Week – Grow a Microgreen Garden
Activity of the Week Grow a Microgreen Garden Growing Microgreens on your windowsill is a great way to get some homegrown ingredients into your dishes. In around 7 days you can have a full crop of microgreens to harvest. Things like radish, spinach and basil can be fresh on your plate within the week. Radish…
Read More...Sow Your Own – Aubergines
Sow Your Own Aubergines Aubergines are perfect to start sowing in the winter months in a heated greenhouse or polytunnel. Although aubergines are becoming a popular pick to grow at home, they are a trickier vegetable to grow. But once you’ve mastered it you should get a full crop. The hardest part is the first…
Read More...Job of the Week – Top up your Bird feeders
Job of the Week Top up your Bird feeders Last week we showed you a really simple way to make your own bird feeders. Now, if you’ve done this or already have your own bird feeders, remember to keep them topped up. You’ve probably noticed a lot of activity on them over the past few…
Read More...Plant of the Week – Dogwood
Plant of the Week Dogwood These elegant shrubs with their brightly coloured stems are great for adding some dazzle to your garden all year round. Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ or golden-twig dogwood, has continuously vibrant yellow stems, which are paired with white flowers and fruits between spring and autumn. You’ll be able to see the foliage…
Read More...Bird Feeder – Activity of the Week – How to make your own
Activity of the Week Make your own Bird feeder Now is the time to be thinking about helping out our feathered friends and putting some food out for the birds. If you don’t have a bird feeder, look no further because we can help you make your own. Photo: currentcatalog.com What you need…
Read More...Sow Your Own – Chillies
Sow Your Own Chillies If you like a bit of spice in your life, now is a great time to start growing chillies. These hot additions to your plate are great to grow inside, in a greenhouse or on your windowsill. Get a medium sized pot and fill it with compost, leaving around an inch…
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