The warmer seasons have passed and winter is now here. But for those of you who love to be in the garden and keeping active have to now contend with the winter season, and all the marvellous weather to come with it; and on any given day it will present you with some pretty interesting challenges. … Read More “The Joys of Winter Gardening” »
Author: Zack
Many people do not have lawns. I should rephrase that – many people who have gardens do not have lawns. That can be through no choice of their own; if they moved in to a place where there was no lawn present, maybe, then that would be a reason. Some people elect not to have … Read More “Grass: A must have” »
We often think about gardens as our own. A personal project that we spend a lot of time working on, perfecting and then appreciating. The journey, for many, is the best part; the planning, the maintaining, the execution – these kinds of people are never satisfied and that is fantastic. These are the kinds of … Read More “Gardens as a public space” »
It has been a heck of a year for my humble garden. It’s been both an exceptionally wet and warm summer. Perfect sunshine to help the plants with their photosynthesis, and the rains have come in their droves to help with the growing process as well. Spring was great weather wise and I was also … Read More “I am done for the year” »
I love the garden. Granted, it can be a little bit naff when the weather is not quite up to it, but when the weather is nice; a gentle breeze, a bit of warmth and a healthy dose of sunshine, there is very little that can beat it. For those of us out there who do … Read More “The perfect office” »