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First glut of 2015.

Yes, even though it is only April, our first glut has arrived. After the winter, our purple sprouting broccoli has decided it is time to do its name proud, and is sprouting like mad. Over the last two weeks, we … Continue reading

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Showdown.

It’s been an entire year on our plot (I know, I can’t believe it either) and almost a year with this blog. Ian and I have worked very hard, and are now enjoying the fruits (and vegetables) of our labour. … Continue reading

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Moving House.

This title doesn’t refer to us – Ian and I are still in the same flat as ever. However, half of our tomato seedlings are big and strong, so we decided to move them to the greenhouse on the allotment. … Continue reading

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Seasonal Impulse Purchases

With the beautiful weather, this weekend saw a flurry of activity on our plot. Yesterday, we forked and raked one of the large beds that we dug over in October and sowed two rows of beetroot and parsnips. We also … Continue reading

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