Towards winter 16th November, harvests, no dig microbiology results, frost hardy vegetables
16th November 2019 Autumn, Featured
A principle which always works well (for me since 1982) is to mulch the soil and feed soil life, after clearing last harvests in the autumn. Any decomposed organic matter is good to use, enough that the original surface is not then visible. It’s quick, simple, and has amazing results – see the microscope analysis […]
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Article: Do you dig it?
23rd June 2007 Articles
Do you dig it? – Amateur Gardening – 23 June 2007 For many traditional gardeners digging is a crucial activity. But gardening without digging could be just the thing for anyone wanting to
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Article: Leave that spade alone
7th May 2007 Articles
Leave that spade alone – The Guardian – May 7th 2007 It’s a dream come true: you don’t need to dig over your garden patch to guarantee bumper crops. Veg guru Charles Dowding explains a
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Article: It may be time to hang up your spade
7th April 2007 Articles
It may be time to hang up your spade – Western Morning News – April 7th 2007 Anne Swithinbank meets a gardener who says there is no need to dig your beds.
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Article: Salad days that last forever
18th March 2007 Articles
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