Author Archives: Liz

Monday Harvest – 22nd Oct 2012

We are in something of a hungry gap at the moment.  As you will see I have leaves, lots of them but not much else, except for some potatoes: I’ve enjoyed these Dutch Cream potato crops.  They were planted in pots in … Continue reading

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Blueberries

About 6 months ago I wrote a post about the best crops to grow in pots and both Mark & L recommended blueberries, so how could I not get some? I bought 3 plants, but sadly have managed to lose … Continue reading

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Cauliflower Soup

I am a big fan of soups, and particularly their ability to use a large amount of delicious home grown produce in a nutritious way.  I try and grow as many soup friendly ingredients as I can which is why … Continue reading

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Top 5 – Ways in which Kitchen Gardening is a political act

I am a big fan of talk radio, I have been since my early 20s.  Not sure why so I’ll blame my parents.  They are equally addicted, so I grew up with the radio emitting mainly voices rather than music.  During … Continue reading

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Monday Harvest – Oct 15th 2012

Unlike last week, I have loads of photos of harvests today.  The first of these is my entire leek harvest.  Now maybe I harvested too early but frankly I don’t think you should have to wait more than 6 months for a vegetable … Continue reading

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