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…
The garden might look like it’s sleeping, but under your boots, there’s a quiet hum of life. Worms wriggle, microbes munch, and roots reach out through the cold — everyone still doing their bit. While we huddle indoors with a hot cuppa, nature’s underground team is clocking in for the night shift, quietly preparing the soil for spring. It’s easy…
East Fenton Composting Site
North Berwick
EH39 5AH
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday
March to October 7:30am – 5pm
November to February 7:30am – 4pm
Part of Forth Resource Management Ltd
Company No. SC229855
