Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Pheasant berry, (Leycesteria formosa) more commonly known as Himalayan Honeysuckle, is a hardy evergreen shrub suited to Scotland’s cool, wet climate. Native to the Pacific Northwest but widely naturalised in the UK, pheasant berry has become popular in woodland gardens, food forests and wildlife friendly landscapes. It is valued for its glossy evergreen leaves,…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Garlic chives (*Allium tuberosum*), also known as Chinese chives, are a hardy perennial herb that thrives in Scotland’s cool, damp climate. Valued for their mild garlic flavour, edible flowers and pollinator friendly nature, garlic chives are a versatile addition to herb gardens, raised beds, food forests and kitchen courtyards. Planting garlic chives during Winter…
The Caley Hort Yearly Seasonal Tasks Garden Guide Gardening doesn’t follow the clock, but it does follow the seasons — and if you lean into what each month brings, the work becomes easier and more rewarding. This isn’t a rigid schedule or a long list of chores. It’s a practical guide to assist you throughout the year — the jobs…
Hazel trees (Corylus avellana), also known as cobnuts, are hardy, versatile trees that thrive in Scotland’s temperate climate. They are prized not only for their delicious hazelnuts but also for their ecological benefits, such as providing shelter for wildlife and enhancing soil fertility. Winter planting of hazel trees offers several advantages: the trees are dormant, reducing transplant shock and the…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa) are one of Scotland’s most reliable fruit bushes, offering tart, juicy berries that can be eaten fresh, baked into pies or made into jams and preserves. Hardy and adaptable, gooseberries thrive in the cool, damp Scottish climate and are well suited to Winter planting. Planting in Winter allows the roots to…
East Fenton Composting Site
North Berwick
EH39 5AH
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