Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Oregano is a robust, aromatic herb commonly associated with Mediterranean cuisine. While it naturally thrives in warmer, drier climates, oregano can be successfully grown in Scotland with the right care and attention. Growing Oregano in Scotland Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial herb that is fairly adaptable and can withstand cooler temperatures, making it…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Blackberries are a quintessentially British fruit, known for their sweet tart flavour and versatility in the kitchen. In Scotland, blackberries grow prolifically in the wild, but they can also be cultivated in gardens, especially the thornless types with the right care and attention. Growing Blackberries in Scotland Blackberries (Rubus subg. Rubus) thrive in Scotland’s…
Guest post by Sarah Gerhardt Slugs and snails are often seen as the gardener’s worst enemy. Vegetable gardeners and those growing herbaceous ornamentals like hostas both dread their insatiable appetite for leafy greens. Today’s blog post takes a closer look at these fascinating creatures and explores why we should change our negative stance towards them. We’ll also explore methods to…
Guest post by : Holly Dodd As a green thumbed gardener, you may already feel like you are making a positive impact on the environment – and you most likely are! However, there could still be some hidden harmful elements or opportunities for improvements to your sustainable garden. Let’s explore some effective ways to make your garden even greener. Using…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Dwarf apple trees are an excellent choice for Scottish gardens. They are compact, manageable but still produce full sized apples, making them ideal for smaller spaces and urban gardening. With the right care, these trees do well in Scotland’s temperate climate. Growing Dwarf Apple Trees in Scotland Dwarf apple trees (Malus Domestica Discovery Dwarf),…
Every morning I will go and look at the garden from the window. Looking down at it instead of being immersed within the space provides an interesting perspective. I often find myself judging the space, continuously looking at how I can improve the design, utility and most importantly, the wildlife provision. From this elevation one thing was abundantly clear and…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Lavender is a beloved herb known for its calming fragrant flowers, versatility, and numerous uses in cooking, aromatherapy, and gardening. While lavender is typically associated with Mediterranean climates, it can thrive in Scotland with proper care and attention. Growing Lavender in Scotland Growing lavender (Lavandula) in Scotland requires selecting the right varieties and providing…
Recently, my family and I took a break in France which was exciting, relaxing, and needed. Before going away however, I could not help but worry about the watering of my tomato and sweet pepper plants. In particular my tomato plants which require regular watering as too little can result in a smaller, nutrient deficient crop and too much can…
There are many types of pesticides on the consumer market and whilst they may appear to give someone a quick fix to an issue, they are however only contributing to a huge decline on nature’s balance. Pesticides are poisons or toxins that not only do intended immediate damage, but also leave powerful residues, and whichever way we look at it…
Peatlands are incredible ecosystems that play a vital role in storing carbon. They hold almost a third of the soil carbon even though they only cover around 3% of the planet’s land surface.[1] Scotland is rich in these unique landscapes but they are under great threat through peat extraction which not only destroys them but also greatly contributes to climate…
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