A quick look around the plot and something is eating my parsnips and strawberries.
Steve’s Allotment Episode 21 – April walk around and pigeons
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The Vegetable Growing Year: Jobs to do in December
December marks the beginning of winter and the darkest of days. However the coldest weather normally comes late January/early February, so you’ve still got time to catch up on those winter jobs. Continue reading
The Vegetable Growing Year: Jobs to do in November
The nights are drawing in and the days are getting colder. Thankfully there isn’t much to do on the plot at this time of year, so if you’ve got any projects or changes you want to make, now is the time to do it. Continue reading
Dealing with Carrot Root Fly
Anyone who has grown carrots will know the damage carrot root fly can cause. The fly’s maggots can kill off seedlings and also burrow into the root of mature plants leaving brown unsightly tunnels behind. Carrot root fly also affects parsnips and even celery. Continue reading
The Vegetable Growing Year: Jobs to do in March
March is the month when the weather usually starts to get better and things are springing into action. March is the meteorological beginning of spring but the weather can still be bad, and can catch people out. Continue reading
The Vegetable Growing Year: Jobs to do in February
Spring is just around the corner but yet February can still be one of the coldest months of the year. If the weather permits you can start some early sowing or even plant outside. However, if the conditions aren’t right, delay your sowing until the weather warms up a little.
The Vegetable Growing Year: Jobs to do in January
January is a time to catch up on those winter jobs that you’ve not done yet. I normally spend winter completing projects and generally preparing the ground for the season ahead (thats if the ground isn’t frozen). Even if you aren’t planning any projects, here’s some things you can do in January. Continue reading