Melissa Scott-Miller England has hundreds of thousands of allotments, but waiting lists can be as long as 40 years! And a fifth or all people (or 1 in 8 people nationally) have no access to a private garden. And the rising cost of food means even supermarket prices are getting pricey. See how to make…
In the Garden
Teach Your Child to Grow Organic Food
Teaching your child how to grow organic food, is one of the best gifts you can give. Not only is it a great way to get out in the fresh air and learn how nature works, it will foster empathy for all living creatures, and give your child a skill for life, so he or…
Grow Your Own Organic Roses
Image It doesn’t get much better than an English rose garden, and yet many roses sold in supermarkets or petrol stations are flown in, covered in chemicals and don’t even have a scent (one of the main reasons for roses!) Related to apples and crab apples, Bulgaria is the world’s top producer of roses, used for…
How Flowers (& Florists) Can Help Save the Earth
Ecoblooms is a book written for floral professionals, to elevate the ‘eco’ conversation by disrupting the established assumption that the flower industry must rely on chemicals and imported blooms. The author invites readers to adopt her ‘better than’ philosophy, based on floral design with care and intention. And offering encouraging steps towards preserving the health…
How to Grow Your Own Herbs
Set of 3 Green Herb Pots are ideal for your kitchen windowsill. Each square pot is made from metal, boasting a stylish sage green colour, and the plant includes handy label slots to the front, to write names on, for easy identification. Features small drainage holes in the base, while the long tray is idea…