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

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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...

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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...

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...

*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...

*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...

*This is a collaborative post. As the holiday season draws near, it’s time to start thinking about those perfect Christmas gifts that add...

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Whether you are just starting or looking to revamp taking a look at our tips for planning your allotment for next year.

This is the time I start to think about picking wild garlic (Ramson) and it is possibly one of my absolute favourite things to forage. It...

Foraging is fun, family friendly and free! I want to offer you an introduction to foraging by keeping things simple. Choosing plants...

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As summer gracefully fades away and the days grow shorter, it's time for gardeners to embrace the enchantment of autumn. At the...

*Ad-Gifted. All opinions are our own. I am always looking for ways to improve my soil at the allotment. It’s not the best and is very...

On the days during January, when it’s just too wet to be at the allotments, my favourite rainy day job is planning the growing year...

January can be cold and bleak and a bit flat after Christmas. So one of my first jobs of the year is to turn my attention back to my...

We think it is pretty obvious that we love to grow things - Sue has her beautiful Cottage Garden which you have all watched blooming over...

I never thought I'd be the kind of person who had an allotment or honestly grew anything. I completed rejected it when I was younger, but...

It is that time of year again and if you are someone who starts your plants from seed you'll probably be starting or have already started...

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I think the thing I was most excited about this year on the allotment was having a greenhouse at last. Especially for growing tomatoes. I...

We are often talking about growing our own veg here on the blog. One of us has a small garden and the other lives in a flat without a...

Even in a small space there is something incredibly relaxing about the sound of running water. Having never had a garden pond I was not...

I had an area in my garden where the grass didn't grow fantastically well as there are trees surrounding it. I wanted to create a space...

People often say to me “ I guess there’s not much to do regarding the allotment in January and February. I say well actually I've been...

It’s the end of the growing season now, although I do have some cabbages, broccoli, leeks and chard to continue through the winter. For...

I was very pleased with my onion crop this year from my allotment. I bought my onion sets from Thompson and Morgan and chose Suttgarter...

As soon as I smell the autumn air that switch flicks and I get a desire, almost a need to start gathering and storing food.

We were born to be hunter gatherers and to live by the season and although most people think foraging is a little odd.

Each day I'm learning what works and what doesn't. It's a beautiful environment and one of my greatest joys is Alyssa is falling in love

Tomatoes are really thirsty plants and I grow mine outside, so need to find a way to keep them well watered and supported.

Garden obelisks can get really expensive, so this step by step guide helps you to make your own for absolutely nothing!

Gardening has so many advantages but what does it actually do for me or anyone who takes it up?

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