Category: Out Of Doors

No more oasis – and don’t say maybe

The 1950s green ‘wonder foam’ for flower arrangers is not actually green at all, says flower farmer Charlotte Tombs Oasis. No, not the 1990s Brit...

Pete’s garden jobs for the month

It’s July – no more worrying about frosts! It’s a busy time for growing and Pete Harcom has your summer garden to-do list for...

Pigeon pestilence on the plot | The Voice of the Allotment

Pigeons are presenting a real problem to the Brassicas – Barry Cuff shares his challenges, along with his monthly harvest and growing notes We have...

Pete’s garden jobs for the month

In June, the garden really begins to bloom, says Pete Harcom. There are maintenance jobs to be done – but don’t forget to sit...

It’s always a busy month of sowing

Growing from seed always has an element of risk – Barry Cuff shares his challenges this month, along with the wide variety of veg...

Reaching for that spotlight

The glasshouses and polytunnels at Thorngrove are bursting with colour now, and Kelsi-Dean Buck is celebrating the start of rose season Isn’t it April that’s...

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Kingston Maurward shines at Eventing debut

The inaugural event saw almost 300 competitors, and was praised for its beautiful setting, challenging courses, and exceptional organisation Kingston Maurward hosted its inaugural British...

Our insect balance sheet is in the red

Few indicators are as revealing as insects. After decades observing them, DWT’s Hamish Murray has a sober assessment of Dorset’s natural balance For more than...