Tag Archives: mint

Round the garden in 80 days #21

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Helen

As we move into the second quarter of my 80 days around the garden series, we have another episode on clearing unwanted undergrowth. This patch at the back by the Reinette Orléans looks worse than it actually turned out to … Continue reading →

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Careful with those buds!

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Helen

My obsession with the hazel trees continues…. I’ve been working from home today and, when the virus check slowed the computer down to the extent I could’ve scroll down any of the documents I was using, I decided it was … Continue reading →

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Preparing the ground for a hazel

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Helen

The start of a two and a half week break came yesterday evening. I’ve been longing for this moment, not so much because I need a break but because I’m itching to get on with so many jobs. I won’t … Continue reading →

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Blueberries or mint?

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Helen

For weeks, I’ve been meaning to dig up the mint which has been swamping the blueberry bush. Now, I think the moment has past. After finally sowing the sweet cicely seeds (kept a few aside to sow separately in case … Continue reading →

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Another mystery leaves the stage

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Helen

After the recent rain, at last I felt I could get on with jobs that softer soil make easier. Namely, continue potential improvements to the forest garden. About 18 months ago, I mulched round the apple tree with the result … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday (Herb and vegetable bed outside Leeds Civic Hall)

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Helen

  

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A better view

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Helen

In spite of the continued April showers – yes, it is May – and the cool temperatures, after an impromptu afternoon snooze I galvanised myself into action. Here is the overall result, seen from the patio: And again from the … Continue reading →

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Straddling two seasons

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Helen

In spite of buying super duper new net cloches the other day, I decided to start a new batch of cauliflowers off in the house as I don’t think they appreciate being raised in the ground. The nets look like … Continue reading →

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