Gardening & All Things Wild

Why the scent of pelargoniums on sun-warmed windowsills takes me back to Victorian gardeners and forward to plastic-free propagation

Why the scent of pelargoniums on sun-warmed win...

Eleanor Ashford

Pelargoniums, cherished since Victorian times for their scented leaves, connect gardeners to history and inspire sustainable, plastic-free practices for a mindful, eco-friendly future.

Why the scent of pelargoniums on sun-warmed win...

Eleanor Ashford

Pelargoniums, cherished since Victorian times for their scented leaves, connect gardeners to history and inspire sustainable, plastic-free practices for a mindful, eco-friendly future.

The gentle hush of a summer evening is the perfect time to learn the language of moths and night-scented blooms

The gentle hush of a summer evening is the perf...

Eleanor Ashford

As twilight falls, moths and night-scented blooms engage in a delicate, enchanting dance, inviting us to pause, observe, and appreciate the quiet magic of nocturnal nature.

The gentle hush of a summer evening is the perf...

Eleanor Ashford

As twilight falls, moths and night-scented blooms engage in a delicate, enchanting dance, inviting us to pause, observe, and appreciate the quiet magic of nocturnal nature.

The simple joy of growing gooseberries and why forgotten fruits might just hold the future of mindful eating

The simple joy of growing gooseberries and why ...

Eleanor Ashford

Gooseberries, once a staple of British gardens, are resurging as sustainable, easy-to-grow fruits that connect us to heritage, seasonal eating, and eco-friendly gardening practices.

The simple joy of growing gooseberries and why ...

Eleanor Ashford

Gooseberries, once a staple of British gardens, are resurging as sustainable, easy-to-grow fruits that connect us to heritage, seasonal eating, and eco-friendly gardening practices.

How growing calendula beside your carrots brings both beauty and balance to your beds

How growing calendula beside your carrots bring...

Eleanor Ashford

Calendula and carrots form a beneficial companion planting duo, with calendula attracting beneficial insects that protect carrots from pests, enhance pollination, and promote garden balance.

How growing calendula beside your carrots bring...

Eleanor Ashford

Calendula and carrots form a beneficial companion planting duo, with calendula attracting beneficial insects that protect carrots from pests, enhance pollination, and promote garden balance.

A morning among mosses ferns and shadows and what this quiet palette taught me about gardening with humility

A morning among mosses ferns and shadows and wh...

Eleanor Ashford

Mosses and ferns teach patience, humility, and resilience in gardening. Their quiet presence encourages a mindful, balanced approach, embracing nature’s rhythms and gentle growth.

A morning among mosses ferns and shadows and wh...

Eleanor Ashford

Mosses and ferns teach patience, humility, and resilience in gardening. Their quiet presence encourages a mindful, balanced approach, embracing nature’s rhythms and gentle growth.

Crushed shells and broken pots why mulch can be beautiful useful and a little bit poetic too

Crushed shells and broken pots why mulch can be...

Eleanor Ashford

Mulching with crushed shells and broken pots blends tradition, sustainability, and artistry, enriching soil, deterring pests, reducing waste, and adding unique texture and colour to gardens.

Crushed shells and broken pots why mulch can be...

Eleanor Ashford

Mulching with crushed shells and broken pots blends tradition, sustainability, and artistry, enriching soil, deterring pests, reducing waste, and adding unique texture and colour to gardens.