Category Archives: pigeons

Biodynamics and Hope

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Ruth Paris

Having applied a biodynamic horn manure preparation to the soil some weeks ago, I now imagine a sparkling invisible web of life enlivening the huerto… “Spring drew on, and a greenness grew over those brown beds, which, freshening daily, suggested … Continue reading →

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what I learned this year

Posted on December 18, 2016 by Ruth Paris

As I shovelled this year’s precious harvest of compost from the bin to mulch the raised beds, I pondered the allotment year that’s ending and what I have learned: >> The no-dig method has completely won me over, supported by … Continue reading →

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pigeons, peas and red sweetcorn

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Ruth Paris

After such a good start and me feeling all pleased with the peas and pretty birch structures, Nature has struck back in the form of pigeons who have pretty well demolished all the healthy young plants. Windmills are clearly not … Continue reading →

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