Monthly Archives: January 2014

The stump

Posted on January 31, 2014 by

Got a surprise when I went to the allotment today and discovered that the tree stump behind my plot is no more! Continue reading →

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Oh yes, I still have a garden!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by

An unexpectedly good day in the garden, including finding a baby strawberry plant whilst clearing away the ground for vegetables. Continue reading →

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What to do with these?

Posted on January 26, 2014 by

My broad beans seem to be going mad in the damp and overheated livingroom. Now I need to think of a strategy to keep things moving. Continue reading →

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Cold, wet and dirty

Posted on January 25, 2014 by

A bit of re-using and befriending has gone on at the allotment over the past couple of days. Continue reading →

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The never-ending dig

Posted on January 20, 2014 by

This morning, I took part in an experiment to help a PhD student with her research. I don’t of course know what she is looking for, except that it is something to do with physical activity. Thus, I am now … Continue reading →

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Too much CSI?

Posted on January 18, 2014 by

Didn’t expect my allotment to be a repository for landfill but at least it wasn’t a dismembered corpse! Continue reading →

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Oh for a conservatory!

Posted on January 13, 2014 by

Now the asparagus is in, I satisfied my urge to grow by sowing some broad beans today. Continue reading →

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