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The August diary : The Voice of the Allotment

Barry Cuff takes a look at what happened on the plot in August, the height of harvest season The weather during the month was very...

Essential jobs to nurture your garden this August

Your August garden: prolong blooming, manage watering and prepare for next year’s display with expert advice from Pete Harcom August’s jobs in the garden:Even with...

Embracing the summer

Thorngrove Garden Centre’s regular update from Kelsi-Dean Buck – who is excited for their biggest ever summer of events, plants and crafts do not complain...

The July diary | The Voice of the Allotment

Barry Cuff takes a look at what’s happening, as the allotment enjoyed July’s damp weather The weather remained unusual for the time of year –...

Blooms and Bargains

Thorngrove Garden Centre’s summer update from Kelsi-Dean Buck – soaking up the garden, new town troughs and the plant of the month With Summer finally...

Essential tips and tricks to nurture your garden this July

Summer garden care: prolonging blooms, managing invasive species and prepping for next year’s display with expert advice from Pete Harcom t’s finally time to relax...

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The end of the season

The end of the season allows time for reflection and learning – and a couple of weeks off for the four-legged members of the...

November on the allotment (2025)

Barry Cuff takes a look back through his notes on what happened on his Sturminster Newton plot last month Brassicas – Cut the last of...