Vegetables out in front

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clever use of a front garden in Orton, Cumbria

A resident of a Cumbrian village has been brave enough to buck the British trend by turning his front lawn into a fruit and vegetable garden. The british front garden has always been something of an extension of the front room, kept clean and tidy, embellished with ornaments and only ever … [Read more...]



Bumbles in the Orchard

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Bumble Bees play a vital role in the early fruit garden with apples, pears cherries and raspberries relying on these creatures for pollination. … [Read more...]



Turnips Making a Comeback

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Swede (Courtesy of Wikipedia)

    A recent article in the Guardian would suggest that the humble turnip or (Neep / Stumshie) as it is known in Scotland is staging a comeback. … [Read more...]



Broad Beans

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Freshly shelled beans

  Our broad beans our now in full swing and being harvested regularly. Broad beans are highly nutritious; full of phosphorous, vitamin A and C and highly rich in protein. … [Read more...]



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