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After a week away, the allotment is bursting with surprises — sweet, sun-ripened tomatoes and tender salad leaves ready to pick. Autumn’s bounty has arrived!

October on the allotment has a certain calm about it, don’t you think? The frenzy of summer watering, weeding and harvesting has eased off, and the ground feels a little quieter. There’s a nip in the air, the leaves are starting to colour up, and the plot starts to look less like a jungle and more like a place to tuck in for the colder months. But there are still plenty of bits and bobs to keep us busy – in that slower, more reflective autumn way. Harvesting the last of the s

September has such a lovely feel to it down on the allotment. The light is softer, the mornings are dewy, and there’s that unmistakable hint of autumn in the air. I always think of it as a month of balance — still plenty to pick and enjoy, but also time to start thinking about tidying, clearing, and preparing for the colder months ahead. Here’s what I’ve been up to (and what I’ve got on my list!) this September. Harvest Time (and Gluts!) This is the month where I’m coming hom

This is a collabrative post. There’s some people out there who’ve turned their outdoor space into a year-round sanctuary that’s just as...

Here are the key jobs to do on the allotment in August: 🥕 1. Harvest Everything That’s Ready August is peak harvest time. Check daily...

Courgette plant with courgettes flowering and forming July is one of the most rewarding months on the allotment. The summer sun is in...

Bear Claw Tomato's, named after the chief of the Black Feet Tribe This very interesting post about Heritage Tomato's was sent to us to...

This is a collaborative post. We all want a garden that is easy on the eye, and ideally manages to be productive at the same time....

Tree Bumblebees In My Bird Box It’s that time of year again when the garden bursts into life—flowers bloom, birds sing, and bees busily...

As we reach June, summer is in full swing and allotments are buzzing with activity. It’s a key month in the gardening calendar: seedlings...

Herbs are a fundamental part of cooking, enhancing flavours and aromas with just a pinch or a sprinkle. As someone who loves to cook and...

In recent years, gardening has grown from a hobby to a therapeutic practice, with countless studies highlighting its ability to reduce...

Gardening is often associated with sprawling back gardens and endless rows of plants, but what if you don’t have the space or the right...

As the weather warms and the days stretch longer, May is an exciting months for allotment gardeners. The soil is warming up, plants are...

Gardening is often viewed as a peaceful pastime, a way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But beyond the simple joy of...

April is a crucial month for allotment gardeners as spring truly begins to take hold. The days get longer, the weather warms, and the...

I love growing Dahlias, they are a stunning addition to any garden, offering a vibrant display from midsummer until the first frost....

*This is a collaborative post. Spring’s here. The sun’s peeking out, the birds are getting louder, and your garden? Well, it looks like...

Birdwatching is one of the simplest yet most rewarding ways to connect with nature, and it can be done from the comfort of your own...