Cocktail of the Month – Mint Julep
We love cocktails (and drinking in general to be honest!), so we decided for our newsletter each month we’d choose a fabulous allotment-themed cocktail…
This month we’re seeing lovely fresh mint leaves coming though on the plot – perfect for a classic Mint Julep!
Read MoreHigh-flying Vegetables
It wasn’t until our Thompson & Morgan order arrived that we realised we had a bit of a theme going on…
Our onions are Vulcan and Red Arrow, and our potatoes are Rocket!
Read MoreBucketfuls of Dandelions
Spring’s definitely here, and so are the dandelions 
How do you handle your dandelions?
Read MoreNew Monthly Newsletter
We’re delighted to announce that from next month (May), we’ll be sending a monthly email featuring our progress (or maybe lack of progress!), recipes, ideas and hints and tips.
To celebrate we’re having a little competition too – simply sign up before 30 April to receive our newsletter and you’ll be entered into a draw to win some gardeners’ treats 
National Gardening Week
We discovered National Gardening Week (15-21 April) through the RHS website… although gardening is a year-round job we like the idea that everyone is encouraged to enjoy what nature brings us, whether it’s though planting pretty flowers or growing your own food.
Read MoreDad on a Hot Shed Roof
During the windy storms earlier this year, the poor shed took a battering and most of the roof felt was whipped away…
Thanks to Lisa’s Dad we now have a newly-felted shed roof… a little patchwork in design, but a nice dry shed all the same
