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Tuesday 21st June 2016 – All my potting up is done!!!

Posted on June 21, 2016 by clairesallotment

I can’t believe that I’ve finally potted up all the plants that need to be potted on into 6 inch pots. I never thought I’d get there. But I’m pleased to say that I have. I’ve still got some planted … Continue reading →

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Thursday 16th June 2016 – I’m sorry Bumble bees for disturbing you!

Posted on June 16, 2016 by clairesallotment

I’m all for saving those mini beasts and insects that are useful in the garden, and do my best to keep them happy. Slugs and Snails on the other hand I would happily get rid of without any question. I … Continue reading →

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Monday 16th May 2016 – Come and see my Melons!!

Posted on May 18, 2016 by clairesallotment

No it’s not another “nudey rudey” video just incase you were wondering. A few years ago now, Chuck Fenster (lovely guy) sent me a load of Cantaloupe Melon seeds, and I’ve been sowing lots every year. They grow very well, although … Continue reading →

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Sunday 10th April 2016 – Fingers crossed for a nice pair of melons.

Posted on April 10, 2016 by clairesallotment

This afternoon I was in the greenhouse sowing more seeds. I’ve nearly finished with all the ones I want to sow in March, yes I know it’s April. Once all the March ones are done, then I can move onto … Continue reading →

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Saturday 30th May 2015 – It’s time for a jiggle!

Posted on May 30, 2015 by clairesallotment

Now is the time to prepare getting your tender plants ready to go outside in the big wide world (do check when your last frost date is though). So I’ve spent much of the afternoon moving various plants from the … Continue reading →

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Sunday 10th May 2015 – Sowing seeds are go!!

Posted on May 11, 2015 by clairesallotment

I very pleasant afternoon was spent by me in the greenhouse potting on and sowing. First of all I sowed some flower seeds. I don’t usually sow many annual flowers as the ones I have in my garden are all … Continue reading →

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Wednesday 14th May 2014 – The first of the Kohl Rabi is in.

Posted on May 14, 2014 by clairesallotment

I managed just under 3 hours at the allotment today before I had to leave to be somewhere else. And there was no being disturbed by thunder and lightning today which was brilliant. When I first arrived on my plot … Continue reading →

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Tuesday 13th May 2014 – More potting up.

Posted on May 13, 2014 by clairesallotment

I managed to hide in the greenhouse this afternoon and get on with some more potting up. Firstly I had to make room, which at the moment is easier said than done. So as the Kohl Rabi are ready to … Continue reading →

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Thursday 10th April 2014 – Lots more seeds!

Posted on April 11, 2014 by clairesallotment

Well I had an exciting time in the greenhouse this afternoon sowing some seeds that can be sown from April onwards. Firstly I sowed some Atlantic Giant Pumpkin seeds that I’d saved from my pumpkin last year. I managed to … Continue reading →

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Wednesday 22nd May 2013 – A fun afternoon in the greenhouse.

Posted on May 22, 2013 by clairesallotment

Well it’s just been gardening all day hasn’t it. I’ve done house work too, and other stuff, so I’m not neglecting those duties. I’ve been potting up loads, so here goes….Firstly, Melons “Ambrosia Cantaloupe” from Chuck and “Ogen“, then Fennel … Continue reading →

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