The first of August is here, and I’m in a strange state of limbo at the moment. The kids finished school and college way back on June 18th. We’ve spent time at the allotment. We’ve been to Zakynthos, had an 18th birthday and party (with homegrown flowers). We’ve had a brilliant summer, and yet, it’s…
What to Sow in June: Quick Wins and Second Chances
June can catch you off guard. One minute, you’re still wearing jumpers, and the next, the garden’s in full swing. It feels like everyone else is harvesting their body weight in strawberries. If you haven’t sown much yet or things haven’t gone to plan, don’t panic. There’s still plenty of time to get growing. This…
The Healing Habit of Gardening in Difficult Times
There is something steadying about a garden, don’t you think? No matter what is going on in life, things in the garden keep growing. The weeds certainly do not stop! The seasons carry on. It can feel a bit relentless, but it’s also reassuring that it’s always there for me in the background. When life…