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  1. The Hungry Gap

    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.
  2. Growing a Medicinal Herb Garden

    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.
  3. Bokashi Composting

    Bokashi Composting
    Bokashi composting is an anaerobic fermentation process that converts kitchen waste into a nutrient-rich soil conditioner.
  4. Edible Flowers

    Edible Flowers
    Not just a treat for the eye - quite a lot of flowers are edible and can be used in salads and as cake or beverage decorations.  Below is a list of the different edible flower varieties we stock.
  5. Harvesting & Storing Pumpkin

    Harvesting & Storing Pumpkin
    As the leaves turn brilliant shades of orange and red, and the air becomes crisp, it's a sure sign that pumpkin season is upon us.
  6. Food Preserving - Fermentation

    Food Preserving - Fermentation
    Fermentation is an anaerobic process in which microorganisms like yeast and bacteria break down starches and sugars into organic acids, gases or alcohol. Lacto Fermentation is the type used to ferment most foods.
  7. Food Preserving - Dehydration

    Food Preserving - Dehydration
    Dehydration is a preserving method that removes moisture from food to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms such as mould, yeast and bacteria.
  8. What is Regenerative Gardening?

    What is Regenerative Gardening?
    Regenerative gardening is the practice of planting and maintaining your garden in an environmentally conscious way.
  9. Raised Bed Gardening

    Raised Bed Gardening
    A raised bed is created by adding a layer of soil above ground level and keeping it contained in a frame. Raised bed frames can be made from timber, stone, logs or bricks.
  10. How To Grow Wheatgrass

    How To Grow Wheatgrass
    Wheatgrass is the young plant of winter wheat seeds, the leaves are cut after 10-14 days and juiced. Packed full of vitamins, minerals and enzymes, wheatgrass juice is a great addition to the diet of those looking to create a healthy lifestyle.

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