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How To Make Biochar

On June 12, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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Biochar Is Highly Beneficial For Plant Growing & Can Be Easily Produced in UK Gardens, Allotments and Community Gardens. In this article I am going to explain How To Make Biochar at home or in a community space (assuming you have permission).… More Leave a comment

Extending Growing Seasons In UK Gardens & Allotments

On June 10, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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Growing Seasons Are Too Short Due To Light Levels & Temperature. Don’t Let The UK Climate Limit Your Garden. Learn Practical Methods For Extending Growing Seasons Through Better Light & Temperature Control. Extending the growing season in the British climate is primarily a task of managing temperatures and light levels.… More Leave a comment

Using Biochar To Grow Vegetables and Fruit.

On June 3, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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Biochar is Not New To Food Production But Is Increasingly Being Used To Produce Veg & Fruit. What Is Should We Use It In Garden Soil, Raised Beds & Containers? Biochar is one of the components of the manmade highly fertile Terra Preta soils of the Amazon.… More 2 responses

Raised Beds Or Growing On The Flat

On June 1, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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Selecting A Cultivation Method Depends On Three Primary Variables: Soil Quality, Physical Accessibility & Available Capital … Money! In the UK, drainage and soil temperature can also be deciding factors due to the temperate maritime climate. There are of course frequent arguments about the use of raised beds versus growing on the flat.… More Leave a comment

Composting Methods Compared

On May 29, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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How To Compost: A Complete Comparison Of The Best Composting Methods For UK Gardeners (Including Cold, Hot, Bokashi & Vermicomposting). Composting is easy. In fact, stopping organic matter from decomposing is very difficult. From the point of view of our veg, we dry, freeze, chill, pickle etc all as means to stop our veg from rotting.… More Leave a comment

Choosing the Right Rotavator For Your Plot

On April 29, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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There are Five Different Rotavator Types. This Is How To Choose The Best Size And Power Source For Your Plot. Rotavators are categorised primarily by their power source and the position of the tines. Selecting the correct type depends on soil type, garden size, and the physical effort required to operate the machinery.… More Leave a comment

How to Grow Veganic Crops Without Animal Manure

On April 27, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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Vegans Steer Away From All Animal Based Products Which Means A Different Approach. This Article Is About How To Grow Veganic Crops. Vegan gardening might seem an alien concept to some gardeners. But, I like to keep an open mind, listen and look at the science.… More Leave a comment