Garden Reading, part one
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journaling the slow life
in the suffolk countryside
Recent posts
In his recently published The Accidental Garden, Richard Mabey focuses his wild perspective on a surprising topic: the domestic garden.
Elle
Aug 313 min read
F is for Figs
Nothing seems to celebrate the end of Summer better than the taste of a fig plucked warm from the tree.
Sam
Jun 11, 20234 min read
Among Old Friends: The Importance of Ancient and Veteran Trees
The recording of ancient trees is important, urgent work: despite their ecological and historical importance, few are protected in the UK.
Elle
Apr 15, 20233 min read
D is for Dandelions
For many of us, the dandelion is synonymous with childhood summers’ days, but dandelions aren’t just beautiful; they are also edible.
Sam
Jun 20, 20225 min read
Flowers: an Unexpected Obsession
Flowers bring together so many things that are important to me: the environment, creativity, the appreciation the small details.
Elle
Jun 9, 20222 min read
Chive Flower Butter: Capturing the Taste of Early Summer
This simple herb butter is a wonderful way to add the rich flavour of freshly cut chives to a meal.
Elle
May 29, 20223 min read
C is for Chives
Chives may not star in many dishes, but few herbs is as reliable, as beautiful, as good to the garden, or as indicative of early Summer.
Sam
Apr 18, 20223 min read
Walking with Trees: a new exhibition
Woodlands are escape from the world. A place to heal. This power of trees is highlighted in the new exhibition in Bury St Edmunds
Elle
Jan 29, 20224 min read
B is for Brussels Sprouts
Is there any vegetable that divides opinion as much as the humble Brussels sprout? It certainly divides our household...
Sam & Elle
Jul 18, 20215 min read
Garden Diaries, part 5
The garden has metamorphosised - as it does every year - from sad greyness into burgeoning green, becoming a place we want to spend time in.
Sam & Elle
May 29, 20215 min read
No Mow May
Throughout May, we have been letting our garden run wild to support No Mow May. But what exactly is it, and why is it important?
Elle
May 11, 20214 min read
A is for Asparagus
The first sighting of asparagus heralds the beginning of summer eating: afternoons on the patio and light, colourful, seasonal vegetables.
Sam & Elle
Mar 28, 20215 min read
Garden Diaries, part 4
The garden has been a source of brightness throughout the winter. We've spent the last few months getting ready for the year's growing!
Sam & Elle
Oct 10, 20206 min read
Garden Diaries, part 3
These are the months of harvest. The time of return, when the garden finally gives something back for the months of work you've put in.
Sam
Aug 9, 20203 min read
Broad Bean and Chard: a Risotto for a Summer Glut
I am a recent convert to the summer risotto: this light, clean dish is a perfect way to showcase the freshness of your summer produce.
Sam & Elle
Jul 12, 20206 min read
Garden Diaries, part 2
Growing our own food, and making the garden a place in which we want to spend time has definitely been high on our list of priorities.
Sam
Jul 5, 20203 min read
The First Garden Produce: A Bright, Fresh Bruschetta with Broad Beans, Tomatoes and Mozzarella
It's been a busy morning gardening, and now I'm hungry. Thankfully, we've harvested our first broad beans for a bright, fresh bruschetta.
Elle
May 27, 20202 min read
Anthriscus Sylvestris: Cow Parsley or Fairy Lace
Often taken for granted, cow parsley is a staple of countryside verges: tiny flowers like white paint splattered amongst the greenery.
Sam & Elle
Apr 14, 20207 min read
Garden Diaries, part 1
It had to be said, our small garden was in a sorry state: what the neighbours must have thought?!? We had a lot of work ahead of us!
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