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Using Woodchip for Soil Health, Mulching & Composting
Curious about using woodchip in your garden? In this episode, I chat with Ben Raskin from the Soil Association about how woodchip can improv
Jane Westoby
3 min read

The Circular Garden: Grow More with Less – rewilding garden ideas
Learn how to grow more with less using natural systems, no-dig methods, and circular thinking—featuring the Edible Gardeners.
Jane Westoby
3 min read


Why Seeds Sulk: How the Equinox Affects Plant Growth & Germination
Seeds sown too early can stall, waiting for the right light cues. Time your sowings with the equinox for stronger, faster growth!
Jane Westoby
3 min read


How to Grow more on Less Space to Maximise Flower Yield
Want to get more flowers without adding extra space? Learn how to maximize your flower yield with three simple but powerful techniques.
Jane Westoby
4 min read


Grow Again Next Year - The Essential Guide to Seed Saving
Seeds which you have collected will be adapted to your local growing conditions and will improve every year. There are just a few things to
Jane Westoby
18 min read


How long do seeds last?
For most seeds, viability declines over time, meaning the percentage of seeds that germinate will decrease as they age.
Jane Westoby
3 min read


Winter’s Green Beginnings - Seeds to Sow This December
In the UK December is a great time to sow a variety of vegetable and flower seeds to get ahead of the season. Â Some can be sown directly int
Jane Westoby
4 min read


Unlocking the Secrets of Seed Stratification
Have you ever wondered about the mysterious process that some seeds require before they can germinate successfully?
Jane Westoby
3 min read


Understanding & Preventing Tomato Blight
One of the most feared diseases among gardeners and commercial growers alike. It can decimate a crop in a short time.
Jane Westoby
5 min read


Unlocking the Power of the Equinox: Why Timing Matters for Gardeners and Seed Sowing
It is such a crucial date in the gardening calendar for zones which are not very close to the equator - the UK is a classic example and gard
Jane Westoby
2 min read


Seed Sowing for Beginners
To many there is a mysterious world out there where little fairies plant seeds on the right day of the year, by moonlight, chanting songs, w
Jane Westoby
8 min read


Seedling Success - Top tips from a flower farmer
Let's start by saying that nothing is for sure, but given the right conditions seeds will grow.
Jane Westoby
7 min read


Home Made Fertilizer - Afternoon Snacks with Nettle Tea
My primary natural fertilizer is farmyard manure, I usually apply this in spring time but after a couple of months some of the nutrients...
Jane Westoby
2 min read


Good Soil Nutrition
In the world of gardening, the key to gorgeous blooms and healthy plants lies beneath the surface – in the soil. Just like we need proper...
Jane Westoby
3 min read


Quick Compost in just 6 weeks
Waiting a year for compost can feel like forever, but with the right approach, you can speed up decomposition and make compost in just...
Jane Westoby
2 min read


Secrets to making great compost, a Simple Guide for Gardeners
Gardeners across the country dream of one thing—rich, crumbly, nutrient-packed compost. While you can buy it, making your own saves...
Jane Westoby
3 min read


When Bambi Comes to Dinner - Dealing with Wildlife in the Garden
There's nothing quite like the tranquility of a garden, where lush greenery and vibrant blooms create a peaceful sanctuary. But what...
Jane Westoby
2 min read
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