The month of May and the may (hawthorn) in the hedgerow have been very busy. We’ve done so much tidying, digging and finally clearing parts of the plot which have been harbouring slugs and snails for months. Seeds are germinating at home and in the polytunnel. Some seem rather slow but that may just beContinue reading “The Time is Now”
Author Archives: Belinda Robinson
Walk on the Wild Side
British Summer Time is here – the weather doesn’t realise and it’s been mostly dull and windy plus we’ve had a lot of rain; 35mm in the last week. That sounds a bit moany considering we had a pleasant few hours on the plot on Sunday afternoon and lots more flowers have bloomed in theContinue reading “Walk on the Wild Side”
Just a Little Bit Longer
It may be meteorological spring but brrrr it’s been a cold weekend with temperatures of about 5° and no sunshine both days. Needs must though so we got a few hours of plotting done both days. There are signs of Spring, with these pretty primula and grape hyacinths giving a little colour in the dullness.Continue reading “Just a Little Bit Longer”
Painkiller
It’s been a busy working month so weekends at the allotment have been most welcome. We even had some unexpectedly warm, sunny days. I’m looking forward to early morning pre-work plot visits, but not quite at that stage yet! Last Saturday was very windy with Storm Otto passing by to the north of us. ItContinue reading “Painkiller”
Chim Chim Cher-ee
We had two visits to the allotment this cold weekend and yesterday (Sunday) everything was looking beautiful encrusted in frost. The likelihood of pretty frost was mainly what dragged me outside. It’s so easy to just remain indoors but of course, once out and surrounded by birdsong on the allotment I was glad I shiftedContinue reading “Chim Chim Cher-ee”
You’re Wondering Now
Another year gone, passing quickly aren’t they! Looking back I can see that it was a pretty good one. Here’s my summary of 2022, including my book list, for me and for you if you like 😊 January A cold, wet start to the year but we did start some plot clearance and enjoyed aContinue reading “You’re Wondering Now”
Ring Out Solstice Bells
Work is over for the year (for me) so I went into town yesterday morning and enjoyed wishing everyone I bumped into a Happy Christmas. After posting a couple of cards to friends houses we walked up to the allotment. The weather wasn’t too cold and the Sun appeared a few times but the site isContinue reading “Ring Out Solstice Bells”
In the Cold, Cold Night
Coo, that’s chilly! I’ve never seen such spiky frost. Apparently it’s called Rime Ice and the freezing fog will have helped cause it, along with the arctic blast. It’s rather stunning, I hope you agree as here are a few more examples. All the wire on site was significantly thicker than usual. And netting looked hairy. TheContinue reading “In the Cold, Cold Night”
December will be Magic Again
It’s December and the countdown to Christmas has begun! The weather has turned from a drenching November to a cold start to the month; not frosty, just grey. That isn’t egg nog – it’s carrot and chestnut soup, flavoured with garlic, turmeric and cayenne pepper. I just had to have a taster before storing itContinue reading “December will be Magic Again”
Happy Together
I learnt a new word today after spotting this teasel amongst the dried flower heads. Vivipary– when seeds germinate whilst still on the parent plant. Viviparous germination isn’t uncommon, particularly when it’s been rainy and warm. I have noticed it before on Nigella and calendula but it’s a bit more obvious on a teasel. WeContinue reading “Happy Together”
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