April Allotment Tasks April marks a turning point in the gardening calendar, with longer daylight hours and rising temperatures sparking new growth. Here’s a quick guide to essential allotment jobs this month Soil Preparation As temperatures rise, the soil often warms enough for light digging. Avoid working it when it’s wet, as this damages structure. […]
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Simple Steps to Begin Your Allotment Journey
Getting started with your allotment should feel exciting, not overwhelming! Here’s a simple guide to help you on your way. Planning Your PlotFirst things first, sketch out how you want your plot to look. Think about where you’ll put your beds, paths, a nice spot to sit, somewhere for water storage, and a compost area. […]
Conserving water during the dry spell
Good morning Plot holders! We are all aware that there has been very little rain over the past few weeks and while great for many of us who like a bit of sun, not that great for our plots and new planting. With this in mind, we are sharing an information piece from United Utilities […]