Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Scotland’s climate, with its mild summers and cool winters, can provide suitable conditions for growing cherries with proper care and selection of hardy varieties. Whether you’re planting for fruit production, patio or dwarf sized or ornamental purposes, cherry trees can be a rewarding choice. Growing Cherry Trees in Scotland Scotland’s cooler climate is well-suited…
Guest post by Sarah Gerhardt Sedums are some of the most rewarding plants to grow in the garden. They thrive on neglect, happily grow in most situations and are easy to propagate. Their flowers are loved by bees and other pollinators. Today’s blog post takes a look at the many reasons why sedums may be the unsung stars of the…
Guest post by Holly Dodd Gardens are places for connecting with nature, pursuing hobbies, and relaxing. However, gardens are also the perfect place for utilities and storage. Sometimes, avoiding these practical eye sores is impossible. This doesn’t mean you have to get rid of them to make your garden appealing, it just means you must use a bit of creativity…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Rhubarb is a cool-weather crop that thrives in Scotland’s temperate climate. It is a long-lived perennial, meaning it can provide harvests for several years once established. Rhubarb enters dormancy in winter, only to return stronger in spring, making it a relatively low-maintenance plant that gets better with age. Growing Rhubarb in Scotland Rhubarb (Rheum…
Guest post by Sarah Gerhardt As gardeners we can make a huge contribution to a healthy environment if we work with nature rather than against it. Even small changes and simple swaps can make a big difference. Here are five tips that will make your garden more attractive to wildlife and thereby increase its biodiversity. Be Less Tidy A lot…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Mint is one of the most adaptable herbs and grows particularly well in cooler climates, making it perfect for Scottish gardens. The Scottish climate, with its mild summers, ample rainfall, and relatively cool temperatures, provides excellent conditions for mint growth. Mint thrives in areas that receive a good balance of sun and shade, with…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Redcurrants are well-suited to the Scottish climate, which offers cool summers and mild winters, ideal for soft fruits. Unlike some fruiting plants that require a long growing season, redcurrants don’t need intense heat to develop flavourful berries. In fact, they prefer cooler weather, making them an excellent choice for Scottish gardeners. Growing Redcurrants In…
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…
East Fenton Composting Site
North Berwick
EH39 5AH
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