Harriet Bennett- 19 August 2026
Rotating crops in a small kitchen garden
Plant rosemary, thyme and sage in free-draining soil, then harvest sprigs through winter for hearty roasts and homemade remedies.
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Cooking seasonal soup with garden root vegetables
Choose hardy breeds, build a secure coop and plan daily routines before bringing hens home to your garden or smallholding.
James Holloway- 15 July 2026
Growing climbing roses against a stone wall
Leave wild corners, avoid slug pellets and create a log pile to give hedgehogs safe shelter, water and natural food throughout the year.
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