Beans.

At the allotment today we sowed the seeds for the broad beans. We will put a frame in (to trail them on) when they develop longer shoots.They will be ready to harvest sometime between June and September. You have to be patient. 

Grow stuff

Continuing from last week: there is very little to do, which is good, but frustrating. However, we have potatoes indoors starting off, which we will transfer to the allotment later. 

in the allotment.

Allotment today: we didn't do very much, but this only reflects the fact that we are well organised and have a routine that works! I do enjoy the time I spend there, I'm looking forward to harvesting more plants as soon as we can. 

Allotment latest

 It was a quiet day at the allotment. We more or less just checked that all the vegetables were ok. Currently we have broad beans, onions, radishes, rhubarb and garlic planted (and kidney beans). The're all doing really well!

Christmas

Had a nice Christmas with the family.We ate about 5pm and afterwards everyone came together to exchange gifts. I got a lot of of clothes, a watch and a phone. Really good food, great company- had a joyful time. Thanks everyone! 

Quiet allotment day

We didn't do much in the allotment today, just further leaf clearing. Really it was too cold to do much else. Those leaves are a nuisance and we only compost food, cuttings, T-bags, etc. 

Christmas wreath

 Today in allotment group, I made 3 Christmas wreaths. Chantal helped me to wrap the wire around the shredded paper of my wreath. I picked out the decorations I want to use, and I will attach them next week. When I have finished my wreaths I can take 1 home and sell the others at the Bede  Christmas Fair.