I’ve been reflecting on the purpose of our Urban Nature garden, particularly as Spring awakens. It is a series of 10 plots on St Ann’s Allotments, established nearly 20 years ago as a space to be managed for wildlife. What does that really mean? Of course, the whole site is beneficial for nature as…
For those of you, both gardeners and visitors, who have gallantly trekked up and down the steep avenues and pathways of St Ann’s Allotments, being out of breath is a natural hazard. Today, gardeners may be able to drive their cars to within a reasonable distance of their plot, but inevitably there will be those…
Dear reader, Have you seen your first daffodil of the year yet? Spring is certainly in the air, and we’re delighted to share our programme of Spring workshops with you 🌼 We’ve got everything from microgreens and soil fertility to floral gifts and spring wreath making. Plus we’ve launched our guided heritage tour dates from March to…