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A Cold July, Allotment Gardening Diary
Allotment gardening diary: Plants suffering due to weather, Slugs ate my seedlings and silk off sweetcorn, Preparing and mulching brick cold frame, preparing seedlings to go in.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:05 A Cold July
01:09 A Hot July??
01:21 Plants suffering
03:07 Sunflower growing
03:20 Slugs ate my seedlings
03:59 Preparing brick cold frame
05:46 Slugs have eaten silk off sweetcorn
06:22 Mulching brick cold frame
08:34 Seedlings to go in bath
09:02 Slug in carrot bucket
10:02 Outro
#Allotmentdiary #allotmentsuk #allotmentgardening
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Market Garden Rows Sorted, Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: putting down weed fabric, mulched the market garden rows, allotment update, free bath. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Putting down weed fabric 03:59 Mulched the market garden rows 04:40 Allotment update 06:49 Free bath 08:02 Nasturtiums flowering 09:36 Outro #Allotmentdiary #allotmentsuk #allotmentgardening
June Harvests Keep Coming, Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: dug up big stone, planning paved seating area, still harvesting strawberries, something is stealing the figs, slugs have devastated the sunflowers, good garlic harvest, comfrey harvest and front of allotment cleared Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Dug up big stone 00:26 Planning paved seating area 01:07 Comfrey ready for a harvest 01:21 Harvesting strawberries 01:39 Somet...
Delicious Strawberries, Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: harvesting strawberries and garlic, beneficial insects taking take of pests, sorting out the front bed, Attempting to make slug killing nematodes Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Allotment update and harvesting strawberries 01:37 Harvesting garlic 03:46 Allotment update 05:14 Beneficial insects taking take of pests 05:33 Sorting out front bed 09:22 Attempting to make slug ...
Sweetcorn Cage Completed, Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: Allotment update, Sweetcorn Cage Completed Put weed fabric and irrigation in sweetcorn cage, Marigolds deter pests, Sweetcorn planted, Allotment harvests. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Allotment update 02:18 Sweetcorn Cage Completed 03:02 Putting weed fabric and irrigation in cage 05:27 Started planting sweetcorn 05:50 Marigolds deter pests 07:31 Sweetcorn planted 07:53...
End of May 2024 Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: Great May harvest, Jobs done on the allotment, Planting seedlings and weeding the allotment, Greenhouse and allotment update Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 A quick allotment update 00:40 A mid May harvest 01:12 Jobs done on the allotment 04:10 Planting seedlings and weeding the allotment 10:12 Greenhouse and allotment update 11:12 Outro #Allotmentdiary #allotmentsuk #all...
Raised Pots Area, Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: allotment update, sowing carrots in buckets, filling celery barrels in raised pots area. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Allotment update 01:06 Sowing carrots in buckets 02:54 Celery barrels in raised pots area 04:36 Edging for raised pots area 05:35 Filling celery barrels 09:15 Outro #Allotmentdiary #allotmentsuk #allotmentgardening
Summer is here! Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: badgers and other pests causing problems on the allotment, planted nasturtiums, badger protecting crops, greenhouse filled to capacity, protecting potatoes experiment, first ripe tomatoes, work area for celery and carrots, sowing carrots in buckets. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Badgers on the allotment 01:09 Other pests on the allotment 02:02 Put trelis for nasturtiums...
Summer is coming! Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: Some crops planted, Stored charcoal and ashes, Dug out raspberry supports, Slug protection in greenhouse worked, Lost some unprotected plants, Dug up more stones. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Looks like Summer 00:23 Some crops planted 00:37 Storing charcoal and ashes 02:59 Digging out raspberry supports 06:32 Badgers causing damage 07:25 Allotment jobs done and things ...
From old mat to ????????
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I turn an old mat that was thrown away into something very useful for gardening. I want to reclaim a discarded item and repurpose it into something useful by rethinking how it can be used for a sustainable future. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Repurpose old mat 01:06 What can it be? 01:17 What we got 02:04 Repurpose other peoples' rubbish 02:09 Outro #repurpose #recycle #reuse #sustainablefuture ...
Clearing out the fruit beds
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Allotment gardening diary: Removed raspberries from fruit beds, Cut back the gooseberry bush, Dug up weeds and brambles, Burnt out the gooseberry and bramble stumps. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Took days off to rest shoulder 00:19 Removing raspberries from fruit bed 04:04 Figs doing OK 04:21 Gooseberry has to be removed 05:22 Overcast day on the allotment 05:40 Clearing out the top fruit bed 06...
Getting allotment jobs done, despite the weather
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Allotment gardening diary: greenhouse progress, cloche protection has worked a treat, getting jobs done on the allotment despite the weather, greenhouse repair. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Getting jobs done on the allotment 00:56 Greenhouse update 01:16 Cloche protection has worked a treat 02:21 Celery is always thirsty 02:50 Getting jobs done, despite the weather 05:05 Greenhouse repair 06:55 ...
Greenhouse Damage, Allotment Gardening Diary
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Allotment gardening diary: greenhouse damage, getting on with allotment jobs, moved some plants out of the greenhouse, cleared brambles from side of greenhouse, repaired greenhouse Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 British weather strikes again 00:21 Greenhouse damage 01:47 Peas are safe to go out 02:02 Getting on with allotment jobs 02:16 moved some plants out of the greenhouse 03:43 Cleared bramble...
Outdoor planting started
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Allotment gardening diary: Last of the robin chicks leaves, Refreshed first bath and planting salad greens, Planted seedlings and sown seeds in the successional bed, Greenhouse plants are growing well, Jobs to do on the allotment. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Last of the robin chicks leaves 01:12 Outdoor planting begins on the allotment bath 06:22 Planted and sown in successional bed 07:35 Green...
Robin chicks fledging
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Allotment gardening diary: Fencing collected, Sorting out top fruit bed, Hardening off plants, Allotment jobs, Robin chicks have fledged. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Check on robin chicks 00:40 Fencing collected 01:38 Sorting out top fruit bed 04:10 Hardening off plants 04:26 Robin chicks growing fast 04:54 Tomatoes brought to greenhouse 05:18 Fencing fell over 05:29 Allotment jobs 05:37 Robin ...
Robin chicks hatched, Greenhouse improvements
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Robin chicks hatched, Greenhouse improvements
Robins moved in with me! Allotment gardening diary for late March 2024
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Robins moved in with me! Allotment gardening diary for late March 2024
Spring Jobs Need Doing ~ Allotment Gardening Diary For Mid March 2024
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Spring Jobs Need Doing ~ Allotment Gardening Diary For Mid March 2024
Catching up Spring jobs = Allotment Gardening Diary For Early March 2024
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Catching up Spring jobs = Allotment Gardening Diary For Early March 2024
Growing season has started! Allotment Gardening Diary For February 2024
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Growing season has started! Allotment Gardening Diary For February 2024
Storm Damage! Allotment Gardening Diary For January 2024
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Storm Damage! Allotment Gardening Diary For January 2024
Winter status - Allotment Gardening Diary For December 2023
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Winter status - Allotment Gardening Diary For December 2023
Winter update - Allotment Gardening Diary For November 2023
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Winter update - Allotment Gardening Diary For November 2023
Preparing for winter and the next year - Allotment Gardening Diary For October 2023
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Preparing for winter and the next year - Allotment Gardening Diary For October 2023
Harvest, Weed, Prepare - Allotment Gardening Diary For September 2023
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Harvest, Weed, Prepare - Allotment Gardening Diary For September 2023
Getting organised - Allotment Gardening Diary For August 2023
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Getting organised - Allotment Gardening Diary For August 2023
The pests are on the allotment! Allotment Gardening Diary For July 2023
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The pests are on the allotment! Allotment Gardening Diary For July 2023
Really hot! Allotment Gardening Diary for June 2023
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Really hot! Allotment Gardening Diary for June 2023
Growing well ~ Allotment Gardening Diary For Late May 2023
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Growing well ~ Allotment Gardening Diary For Late May 2023
Baths ~ Allotment Gardening Diary For Mid May 2023
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Baths ~ Allotment Gardening Diary For Mid May 2023

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  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 10 днів тому

    my tomatoes and zucchini were very poor this year too. even my potatoes disappointed, but I cannot complain, some of that was my fault as I should have watered more and maybe fertilized earlier and maybe more often. never-mind, God willing, Id have big plans for next spring.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 9 днів тому

      That's the way to look at things. If it goes badly one year, you can improve it next year. Best of luck for next year.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 20 днів тому

    we had some very hot stretches here too!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 10 днів тому

      Ours came and went quickly. Worst year we've seen on the allotment. My neighbour says it's the worst in the 42 years that he's been here.

    • @carolwhite6979
      @carolwhite6979 10 днів тому

      @@OurEcoLife Have you been impacted by all the recent (September'24) rain? I have seen videos of all flooding. Do you think the remnants of Hurricane Helene, that has so devastated the south and eastern states and now crossing our Canadian maritime provinces; impact your autumn gardening?

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 22 дні тому

    those bits of wire are great for twisting around Christmas lights to hold them to frames or tree branches or for attaching ornaments .

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 10 днів тому

      Thanks for the tips. Lots of uses for wire on the allotment too.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 22 дні тому

    you need to take a big thermos of coffee with you so you can take lots of little breaks when it rains! ☺️

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 10 днів тому

      I do! I can't sit in the shed for too long as I get anxious about being idle.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 29 днів тому

    Those babies sure kept you busy! It is a relief yo know they are fully fledged and making their way safely about on you plot.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      Yes, all chicks fledged, which is an achievement for the parents.

    • @carolwhite6979
      @carolwhite6979 26 днів тому

      @@OurEcoLife ❤️❤️❤️

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 29 днів тому

    That would have given you a start, to think the chicks were gone. It was lovely to see those wee heads pop up! Your creative solution for attaching casters to your seed stand worked really well!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      Thank you! The castors have worked out well.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Місяць тому

    It is good to plan ahead for the hot days of summer to reduce your watering demands and allow yourself time to appreciate the peace at the allotment not just all the work. I just wanted to say how lively to have robins as house guests!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      They are great house guests: quiet, don't eat much or spend hours in the bathroom :)

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Місяць тому

    looks like your spring was well underway. you are lucky to be harvesting still in March.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      I'm working on being able to harvest year round which would save work on preserving things. Getting there is killing me.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Місяць тому

    Is it a long trek to the allotment from your home? It might be frustrating to rum from showers and get in the door to a sunny afternoon!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      Yes it's a 25 minute walk so I don't want to be running back and forth.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Місяць тому

    Playing catch up on your old videos from spring. It is good to see you weee able to get that window put right in the greenhouse! Also nice to see the smile at the end. a sure sign spring is on the way!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      Welcome back! Spring came along with a slug explosion and loads of weeds ;)

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Місяць тому

    You sound like me! stretching the useful life as long as you can! yes. Take care!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      I am! I make things last as long as possible.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Місяць тому

    It is important to recognize your limits. there is no shame in using weed blocking fabric, it is making the best use of your time. Every gardener has to make some compromises to adapt to changing conditions, weather, time, and physical. For me, that means coping with knee issues that developed over the summer. .take care.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 26 днів тому

      True, but one feels guilty when others complain.

    • @carolwhite6979
      @carolwhite6979 26 днів тому

      @@OurEcoLife Try not to feel guilty about the choices you make to make the best use of your time and energy. The thing about weed blocking fabric is, it works well in the short term and gives you flexibility. You can always put wood chip on it to disguise it if you want. I understand some of that fabric tends to fray but if you have a small BBQ torch you cab singe it, and that stops the fibres from coming apart on the cutlines.

  • @Kellyfamilyadventures
    @Kellyfamilyadventures 3 місяці тому

    Hey new to your channel we have just took over an allotment over 3 weeks ago it was a blank canvas apart from the jungle of weeds but were making good progress looking forward to learn some tips :) we have also started vlogging it on our channel so we can look back next year to see how far we have come

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 2 місяці тому

      Well you're lucky yours wasn't as bad as mine was at the beginning. You're making good progress so good luck with your allotment.

    • @Kellyfamilyadventures
      @Kellyfamilyadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@OurEcoLifeyes yours was a real jungle but what great progress you have made 😊

  • @angelatreasure4704
    @angelatreasure4704 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing! God bless! 🙂🙏

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 3 місяці тому

      You are so welcome. I hope you found it useful.

  • @moodymac7297
    @moodymac7297 3 місяці тому

    Interesting on how you are watering some of the potted plants. A video on how you water the rest would also be interesting. Do you use the tap and a hose/bucker, rain barrel, or previously made compost tea? You are a very patient man, and as they say, that's a virtue.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 3 місяці тому

      Thank you. I have some rain collection but in summer I also use tap water when the barrels are running low. I will be adding more containers and more barrels so once that's done I will make a video on the watering. I do use weeds to make liquid fertilisers and if there's enough interest I might do a video about those too.

  • @EssArrB
    @EssArrB 4 місяці тому

    I wouldn't worry about power tool noise - as long as we can hear you it doesn't matter. There is a plus side - while they've got tools going, they can't hear you apparently talking to yourself!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 3 місяці тому

      They already think I'm crazy with all my "strange" ways like mulching and not digging. My immediate neighbours know I'm recording videos. The others can't see me and probably think I'm talking on the phone.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 4 місяці тому

    It’s a shame you can’t train the badgers to dig up the paving slabs and lengths of rusty iron. Oh the glory days of May when the sun made on oh so brief appearance.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 4 місяці тому

      Yes Adam. If I'd known that was all we were going to get, I would have tried to enjoy the sun while we had it. Hopefully it'll be back again this year.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 5 місяців тому

    I find it refreshing to see a good honest video showing the good and bad. I built a carrot bed and just like you I’ve got a good covering of weeds before any signs of a carrot 😂. At times it feels like a constant battle to make any progress but I know I’m not the only one.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 5 місяців тому

      I appreciate that. Some videos show only the perfect bits and make the rest of us feel bad. Weeds are a fact of life, especially in direct sown beds that can't be mulched. I'm trying carrots in buckets this year to see if that helps to keep weeding down - at least bindweed can't get into them!

    • @adamdaykin4052
      @adamdaykin4052 5 місяців тому

      @@OurEcoLife bindweed will find its way into anything 😡.

  • @TheCornishCottageGarden-bs5lf
    @TheCornishCottageGarden-bs5lf 6 місяців тому

    Busy time of year! Glad youre on the mend 😊

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 5 місяців тому

      Yes, I'm improving slowly but it's slow to get rid of the cough. Thank you.

  • @beesandseeds
    @beesandseeds 6 місяців тому

    Ugh. We are getting our worst weather of the winter right now. Storms galore

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 6 місяців тому

      It'll soon be over and you can start planting. Is your garden still flooded or can you use the raised beds?

    • @beesandseeds
      @beesandseeds 6 місяців тому

      @@OurEcoLife still flooded. I have a little raised bed area that I can still use.

  • @ambergriffin3519
    @ambergriffin3519 7 місяців тому

    Just came across your channel, looking forward to seeing your journey. Love the brick shed.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      Welcome aboard! I've had fun along the journey and hope you do too.

  • @gabriellehumphreys1179
    @gabriellehumphreys1179 7 місяців тому

    Great worker, hard work, fair play to him, he's getting the job done properly.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      Thank you very much.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 7 місяців тому

    you did well with your autumn crops and plans for the compost bins! Plus we're almost up to date for the '24 growing season! thank you for sharing!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      Yes, almost caught up with the editing of what I've recorded.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 7 місяців тому

    You should get a huge amount of compost from that large bay. I wouldn’t look forward to sifting it through.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      I'm adding more containers this year so the compost will get used up. Looking at mechanical solutions for sifting the compost but not sure which would be best.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 7 місяців тому

    your tomato house does a great job of protecting and supporting growth! it must smile delicious in there! Powdery mildew is a read pain to get rid of! Good to see all the zucchini too!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      Yes it does, especially when I touch the basil under the tomatoes.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 7 місяців тому

    The final shot of the greenhouse full of tomatoes is what sums up allotment gardening for me. That’s what I remember as a small child visiting my grandparents.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      I always start the day in the greenhouse. That gives me the motivation to tackle any job as I feel certain it will end well (even when it doesn't).

    • @adamdaykin4052
      @adamdaykin4052 7 місяців тому

      @@OurEcoLife when the greenhouse is full of fruit I just enjoy sitting down and soaking it all in.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 7 місяців тому

      @@adamdaykin4052 I don't have the room to sit in there but I know how you feel.

  • @lindadonahue3447
    @lindadonahue3447 8 місяців тому

    Great job you have done on your allotment. How is your other allotment doing. Will you be showing it soon

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 8 місяців тому

      Yes I will. I had to concentrate on this one for a year, which I will explain in an upcoming video.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 8 місяців тому

    Watching this video has made me even more excited for spring. When the beds are mostly empty it’s nice to see plants going in.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 8 місяців тому

      Yes it's good to see allotments in action when our weather keeps us indoors. Like you, I've got tiny chilli, pepper and onion seedlings on the go but not much else can be done in early February.

    • @adamdaykin4052
      @adamdaykin4052 8 місяців тому

      @@OurEcoLife I’m just trying to make sure everything is in place ready for this season. It’s just a waiting game now.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 8 місяців тому

    you were very busy last May! I trust the gooseberries have done well and the badger stayed clear of the corn!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 8 місяців тому

      The gooseberries did fine and were given away to a neighbour. The fencing worked against the badgers but there are always other pests.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 8 місяців тому

    You’ve sent hours digging up carpet and now you’ve revealed a mountain of scrap metal. What has this plot got installed for you next I wonder. You have more patience than me. I think I would have given up months ago.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 8 місяців тому

      Yes, it keeps surprising me but I'm getting there and once these things are removed, the allotment is going to be fine.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 9 місяців тому

    The raised bed will be a great growing space once it’s filled. Although a bed that size would take a huge amount of material to fill. Luckily you have been saving compostable material for a while now.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 9 місяців тому

      Yes Adam, it takes a lot to fill a big raised bed. That's why I'm only building one at a time.

  • @GardeningWithCoffee
    @GardeningWithCoffee 9 місяців тому

    Happy new year 🎉 great job 👏🏼

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 9 місяців тому

      Thank you! Happy new year t you too.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 9 місяців тому

    I can appreciate all the hours of hard work you put in sorting out the lean-to and the Anderson Shelter las year! That was monumental! Looking forward to seeing your results from 2023! Merry Christmas and wishing you all the best in '24!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 9 місяців тому

      Thank you! and I wish you a happy and successful 2024.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 9 місяців тому

    I look forward to seeing how things progress 👍🏻

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 9 місяців тому

      Thanks, More is coming soon.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 10 місяців тому

    that was a lovely harvest. .yes every year there is something new to learn!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 10 місяців тому

      Yes indeed! Learning can be fun but learning the hard way isn't.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 11 місяців тому

    Badges, squirrels, rats… it seems like everything is out to destroy our hard work. A lesser man would give up but we persevere. I’m thinking of giving the crown prince a try next year. A plot neighbour said that the taste is very good so I’ll see how they do. Keep fighting the good fight 👍🏻

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      You forgot pigeons and other birds, mice stealing seeds, not to mention the various invertebrates that plague us ;( Crown prince is great because it stores for a long time as well as being tasty. I've had them keeping well until after the early courgette harvest.

  • @lisawaters2585
    @lisawaters2585 11 місяців тому

    Nice!!!

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 11 місяців тому

    I put a double layer of cardboard on my paths and top with wood chip. It works well for one summer but you have to do it every year. You did get a great harvest snd lovely apples too.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      I can manage the paths with cardboard and woodchips (as in the last video) but trying to do the same with the beds is proving difficult and time consuming.

  • @howdy9433
    @howdy9433 11 місяців тому

    yeah, cardboard only really helped me after i dug out perrenials before i put it down :/ i found it better than nothing though

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      I did dig the worst of the perennials but things like bindweed have very deep roots that keep coming back.

    • @howdy9433
      @howdy9433 11 місяців тому

      ah, good luck @@OurEcoLife

  • @lisawaters2585
    @lisawaters2585 11 місяців тому

    Excellent!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      Glad you liked it!

  • @lisawaters2585
    @lisawaters2585 11 місяців тому

    Great to see things going on. I've been so sick, almost dead, almost went to heaven Sept 10th. I hope you keep us straightened out!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      Oh dear, sorry to hear that you've been sick. I hope that you're getting better and recovering. Best wishes.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 11 місяців тому

    Would the bottomless pot work with melon plants? Most of my melons rotted of from the base this year so if this works I’ll give it a try. I also like the idea of using washing line, far cheaper than canes.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      I always raise cucurbits above ground level as we have heavy clay soil that is prone to getting waterlogged so yes this would work for melons too. The washing line is cheaper and lasts far longer than bamboo canes.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 11 місяців тому

    It seems like you have as much luck with alliums as I do. I’m trying onions in raised planters covered with vegimesh this year so hopefully no leaf miner. I never knew I could freeze the cloves so I will be giving that a try.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      Netting is the only solution for leaf miner. I have put my garlic in a bath tub, covered with netting, this year to see if I can get a decent crop this year.

  • @adamdaykin4052
    @adamdaykin4052 11 місяців тому

    Hello 👋. I’ve been waiting patiently for your next video but nothing. I hope everything is ok with you.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for your interest. I'm about to upload the next one.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Рік тому

    It is discouraging when you work so hard to clear the weeds and a few weeks... or less... later, and you are over run again! Maybe one of those hoop weed things.... like a dutch hoe, would make quick work of the weeds when they are small. It might be more frequent work but much faster to manage, and you just leave them on the soul to compost down. Your herbs look great!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife Рік тому

      The problems is that it's difficult to use a hoe with woodchiped beds as they offer resistance and dull the blade quickly. The herb pots are more weeds than herbs, but a good weeding session sorts that out.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Рік тому

    You made good use of the old cold frame and all the plastic too!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife Рік тому

      I try and do the best with what I have to delay things going to the landfill.

  • @lisawaters2585
    @lisawaters2585 Рік тому

    Excellent work in your vid. Really enjoyable.

  • @Delboy666
    @Delboy666 Рік тому

    Can anyone tell me if this would fit a barrow that has a 12mm diameter shaft?

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife Рік тому

      It came with an attachment for a smaller size. It was a while ago so can't remember the exact measurements but think that was about what mine was. I'll measure mine and let you know.

  • @carolwhite6979
    @carolwhite6979 Рік тому

    You definitely make the most of the materials at hand! I hope the new plot holders are able to clear away the weeds and things that are invading your hard cleared areas. Thank you for the great update.

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife Рік тому

      I hope so! The neighbouring plot is a nice allotment and needs someone who will look after it. The person who has taken it doesn't have much time so we'll see what happens.

  • @lisawaters2585
    @lisawaters2585 Рік тому

    This is an enjoyable video about your garden progress. Great use of the tub for the taters. The screen cover for it-clever. The barrels used for water management-also clever. Open water containers aren't good for here in Florida, mosquitoes would be EVERYWHERE!

    • @OurEcoLife
      @OurEcoLife Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it. We don't have a mosquito problem (too cold for them) but midges can be a problem. The simple solution is to put a couple of drops of washing up liquid in each barrel. The local wildlife also helps to keep them under control.

    • @lisawaters2585
      @lisawaters2585 Рік тому

      @@OurEcoLife huh. I wonder if that would work over here on skeetos...