Gardening & All Things Wild

What switching to clay seed trays taught me about airflow, moisture and stronger roots

What switching to clay seed trays taught me abo...

Eleanor Ashford

Switching to clay seed trays improves airflow and moisture balance, fostering stronger roots and healthier seedlings. This simple change deepens gardeners’ connection with nature and tradition.

What switching to clay seed trays taught me abo...

Eleanor Ashford

Switching to clay seed trays improves airflow and moisture balance, fostering stronger roots and healthier seedlings. This simple change deepens gardeners’ connection with nature and tradition.

How to revive your garden soil with green manures that work through winter rain

How to revive your garden soil with green manur...

Eleanor Ashford

Green manures, grown during winter rains, improve soil fertility, prevent erosion, and support biodiversity. Crops like winter rye and field beans enrich soil naturally for spring planting.

How to revive your garden soil with green manur...

Eleanor Ashford

Green manures, grown during winter rains, improve soil fertility, prevent erosion, and support biodiversity. Crops like winter rye and field beans enrich soil naturally for spring planting.

How to support climbing vegetables with coppiced hazel and jute for a low-waste summer garden

How to support climbing vegetables with coppice...

Eleanor Ashford

This article highlights using coppiced hazel poles and jute twine as sustainable, traditional supports for climbing vegetables, blending eco-friendly gardening with British heritage.

How to support climbing vegetables with coppice...

Eleanor Ashford

This article highlights using coppiced hazel poles and jute twine as sustainable, traditional supports for climbing vegetables, blending eco-friendly gardening with British heritage.

How to create a shady flower border with native plants that thrive without chemicals

How to create a shady flower border with native...

Eleanor Ashford

Creating a shady flower border involves selecting native plants suited to dappled light, preparing rich soil naturally, and fostering biodiversity for a sustainable, wildlife-friendly garden.

How to create a shady flower border with native...

Eleanor Ashford

Creating a shady flower border involves selecting native plants suited to dappled light, preparing rich soil naturally, and fostering biodiversity for a sustainable, wildlife-friendly garden.

How to enrich your soil with seasonal green manures like clover and field beans

How to enrich your soil with seasonal green man...

Eleanor Ashford

Green manures like clover and field beans enrich soil naturally, improving structure, nutrient content, and moisture retention, supporting sustainable, mindful gardening and healthier crops.

How to enrich your soil with seasonal green man...

Eleanor Ashford

Green manures like clover and field beans enrich soil naturally, improving structure, nutrient content, and moisture retention, supporting sustainable, mindful gardening and healthier crops.

How to train native climbers on willow frames and strengthen pollinator corridors

How to train native climbers on willow frames a...

Eleanor Ashford

This article celebrates gardening with native climbers on sustainable willow frames, highlighting ecological benefits, pollinator support, mindful care, and creating a lasting, biodiverse garden legacy.

How to train native climbers on willow frames a...

Eleanor Ashford

This article celebrates gardening with native climbers on sustainable willow frames, highlighting ecological benefits, pollinator support, mindful care, and creating a lasting, biodiverse garden legacy.