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How to Create a Year-Round Garden Retreat
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Aug 2, 2025


Allotment Jobs for August: Harvest, Sow, and Prepare for Autumn
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Aug 1, 2025


Jobs for your allotment in July
Courgette plant with courgettes flowering and forming July is one of the most rewarding months on the allotment. The summer sun is in...
dorsetcountrylife
Jul 1, 2025


Growing Heritage tomatoes
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Jun 23, 2025


Tackling An Overgrown Garden
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....
dorsetcountrylife
Jun 18, 2025


The Bird Box Buzz: Tree Bumblebees Move In
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Jun 15, 2025


What to Plant in Your Allotment in June
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Jun 1, 2025


The Advantaged of Growing Your Own Fresh Herbs
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...
dorsetcountrylife
May 17, 2025


Grow Your Own Wellness: A Guide to Garden Plants for Health
In recent years, gardening has grown from a hobby to a therapeutic practice, with countless studies highlighting its ability to reduce...
dorsetcountrylife
May 10, 2025


Container Growing: The Ultimate Guide to Gardening in Small Spaces
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...
dorsetcountrylife
May 6, 2025


Jobs to Do Around the Allotment Or Vegetable Patch in May
As the weather warms and the days stretch longer, May is an exciting months for allotment gardeners. The soil is warming up, plants are...
dorsetcountrylife
May 3, 2025


Why Gardening is Good for You?
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Apr 9, 2025


What to Plant in an Allotment in April
April is a crucial month for allotment gardeners as spring truly begins to take hold. The days get longer, the weather warms, and the...
dorsetcountrylife
Apr 2, 2025


Growing Dahlias
I love growing Dahlias, they are a stunning addition to any garden, offering a vibrant display from midsummer until the first frost....
dorsetcountrylife
Mar 13, 2025


How To Tackle Your Garden Spring Clean Like A Pro
*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...
dorsetcountrylife
Feb 19, 2025


Why It’s Important to Encourage Birds into Your Garden.
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...
dorsetcountrylife
Feb 15, 2025


The advantages of early planting.
People often ask me is February to early to start planting seeds? I always say no defiantly not as planting early in the season offers...
dorsetcountrylife
Feb 7, 2025


Can You Start Preparing The Ground For Your Spring Garden Now?
*This is a collaborative post. As the winter turns to its mid to latter stages, many homeowners in the UK are looking forward to the...
dorsetcountrylife
Jan 21, 2025


What to Plant in Your Allotment in 2025
*This is a collaborative post. Tending to an allotment isn’t just about growing your own food; it’s a boost for both mind and body . The...
dorsetcountrylife
Dec 16, 2024


Home and Garden Christmas Gift Guide 2024
*This is a collaborative post. As the holiday season draws near, it’s time to start thinking about those perfect Christmas gifts that add...
dorsetcountrylife
Nov 13, 2024

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Mother, grandmother and lover of the county where I live. Blogging about Dorset here at Dorset Country Life. Find out more...






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