There is nothing quite like the allotment on a chilly November morning. The air is sharp, the soil is damp, and there is a real sense of urgency to get the plot tucked in before winter truly takes hold. This week’s visit was all about preparing for the future, securing the final summer rewards, and… Continue reading Weeding, Planting and Harvests: Why I Finally Ditched the Woodchip
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Leeks On Fleek
Seeing photos of strapping leeks on other allotment blogs and Instagram left me with a serious case of leek envy. For years I've found growing leeks for the table impossible, unless eating mushy pulp with maggots is a thing? I like to think I'm tolerant of the hidden surprises within organic vegetables but that's taking… Continue reading Leeks On Fleek
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How To Plant Leeks
I start sowing leeks from March onwards using large plant pots or a deep container, the seedlings are ready for planting when they're about the width of a pencil. Leeks are planted differently to other vegetables, known as 'dibbing in' this method will help to produce well blanched stems. Push a dibber into the soil… Continue reading How To Plant Leeks
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A Very Messy Leek Lesson
A third lockdown for England was announced by the Prime Minister on Monday which comes as no surprise given the infection/death rate statistics and concern over the new virus strain. Allotments are classed as a form of exercise which means plot holders are permitted to use them, the very nature of allotments means close proximity… Continue reading A Very Messy Leek Lesson
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What’s Eating My Leeks?
Something is eating my leeks, sadly it's not me. I noticed my leeks started to look poorly recently (they have a touch of leek rust but that's pretty standard for my allotment site), they're shrivelling before my eyes with damaged stems and dying leaves. I had a good look at them and poking around revealed… Continue reading What’s Eating My Leeks?
