Monday the 23rd September was the first day of autumn. Most of the plants in my greenhouse are showing early signs of decomposition. With falling temperatures and reduced daylight their leaves are starting to show signs of reduced function. My … Read More
Pick your own vegetables after October 31st, deal or no deal. There is no reason why anyone who has a small patch of dirt should not be able to pick their own vegetables on 1st November. There is still time … Read More
What a difference a couple of weeks makes at this time of year, once January closes and a week into February, the light at each end of the day noticeably extends and the heat from the sun, when not obscured … Read More
We were working out in the plant area last week installing the new poultry area, the new year sun was warming my back. I noticed a lot of activity around the beehives, there were 100s of bees out and about … Read More
In these times of uncertainty and high drama, everyone needs to be gardening to relax the mind and soothe the soul. That’s why I am never too stressed! While the weather is cold you need to mix up cold jobs … Read More
We can all now look forward to increasing day length until the middle of June. With increasing daylight and warmth from the sun, plants will be encouraged to start their new season’s growth. Most plants need warm soil conditions to … Read More
We are very sorry to say that due to unforeseen circumstances Santa is no longer able to visit Bell Plantation on 23rd December. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Bell Plantation
Have you noticed how much ivy is growing up trees in our hedgerows? I personally don’t like to see ivy growing up mature trees as I think it ruins the beauty of the individual tree. Ivy doesn’t have any detrimental … Read More
I know it’s hard to imagine at the moment with the weather so warm but we will soon be experiencing freezing conditions. With sub zero temperatures some plants will be vulnerable to death due to the frost. Plants most exposed … Read More
