Save our soil: Winter is a good time to think about nurturing our soil

FUNCTIONS of SOIL Physical support for plants [anchorage]; rooting environment; holds air, water & nutrients essential to plant growth; houses … More

Merry Christmas!

Thank you for all your wonderful support this year. I hope you and yours have a wonderful Xmas. Here are … More

Rosehips are a wonderfully colourful and cheery sight in the local hedgerows, but they also make excellent jams, jellies and … More

1. Plant spring cabbage, broad beans, garlic & onions. And why not try sowing some winter greens if you … More

A quick and easy recipe for using up any last autumn gluts from the garden. Ready to eat in 3 … More

Ruth has been busy with volunteers at the Phoenix Community Garden welcoming some of the best gardeners’ friends: wriggly worms! … More

Although we have had more than our average sun quota this year, sadly its not lasted long enough to take … More

1. Harvest spuds, fruit, vegetables 2. Plant onions, garlic, spring cabbages, bulbs for spring flowers, strawberries 3. Sow winter salads, … More

Keep on top of weeding and watering. It’s hot and dry out there so water well once a week. Water … More

In addition to the wonderful Sunday sessions at our Weald Plot, we enjoy inviting vulnerable groups and healthy volunteers to … More