22 February, 2008 by gareth (c2b)
I’ve got two more raised beds to make and intend to re-jig the position of an existing one. Then most need filling with compost from the back of the site. Progress has been slow on this as I got sick last weekend and haven’t been near the plot since. Hopefully I can get back to it next week.
I’ve also been really behind on getting seeds, particularly given the weather we’ve been having. To make up I’ve just ordered a whole bunch of stuff from the real seed company. Their little booklets are great and the website has even more useful information. I look forward to seeing how they turn out.
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15 February, 2008 by gareth (c2b)
I’ll write some information about this website on the whiteboard in the shared shed this coming weekend.
The idea is that any plot holder should be able to post news and updates here if they wish. We can also use it for announcements, minutes, advice, and summer barbecues, etc.
I hope you think this is a good idea and let me know if you have any suggestions.
If anyone has some photos to share that’d be great. The one at the top here is all I had to hand at first and doesn’t show the site in its best light!
Gareth
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15 February, 2008 by gareth (c2b)
I’ve started digging the plot over again these last two weeks, having been absent for much of the winter. It’s less of a mess than anticipated so there’s room for optimism.
Last year was my first as an allotment holder and I learned quite a bit from others on the site and friends. The main change I’ll be making for 2008 is the introduction of raised beds. They look far easier to manage and, from what I’ve read, are good for cultivating soil.
By the time it’s all built there’ll be three at either end of my plot. This should leave room for the berries, beans, rhubarb and herbs that I’ve got planned.
Also I hope that my neighbour and I can get to grips with the grape vine this year.
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