Fruit Hill Farm Blog
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Soil Health - Regenerative Agriculture
Regenerative farming is gaining momentum as more farmers see the benefits to soil health, biodiversity, and long-term productivity. -
Scything
Scything, a traditional method of cutting grass and other vegetation, has experienced a resurgence in recent years as people rediscover its numerous benefits and the sense of peace it brings. -
Carrot Root Fly
The carrot root fly (Psila rosae) is responsible for much grief amongst home gardeners and commercial growers alike. -
Multi-Species Swards/Variety-Rich Pastures
Benefits of variety rich pastures and how to choose the right seed mixture. -
Organic Weed Control
Understanding the types of weeds and the best control methods is crucial for effective weed management. -
The Hungry Gap
The Hungry Gap is the in-between-seasons period after winter vegetables but before the availability of early spring crops - typically between March and early June. -
Growing a Medicinal Herb Garden
We have many edible and medicinal herb seeds. Here are some tips and ideas for choosing and planting your own herb garden, plus some teas and recipes to try. -
January Garden Jobs
There may not be much happening in the garden in January but there's still plenty of jobs that can be done to prepare for the upcoming season. -
Our Favourite Tools
We asked the team to share their favourite gardening tool and explain why they love it. -
Soil Structure & Soil Health
Soil structure refers to the way individual soil particles (such as sand, silt, and clay) bind together to form aggregates or clumps.