These are the Smart Green pots which are a bit like mini-wicking beds. Numbers on the side B1, B2 etc make it easy to keep track of what’s planted where. In early February, I set some up along the north-facing, back wall of the house. They still receive harsh summer sun so I placed some… Read more
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Edibles (A-Z)
Okinawa spinach
October 21, 2016 0 commentsI got some Okinawa spinach cuttings from Diane at BLF. They strike very easily, stand up to summer heat, and are another option for greens. And it seems it is also attracts the Blue Tiger butterfly… Read more
Lemon Myrtle
September 27, 2016 0 commentsBackhousia citriodora (common names lemon myrtle, lemon scented myrtle, lemon scented ironwood) is a flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae, genus Backhousia. (wikipedia) See also http://www.lemonmyrtle.com.au/ Bought at native Plant sale September 2016… Read more
Perpetual Spinach
September 6, 2014 0 commentsOne of the most useful leaves in the garden – hardier than lettuce… Read more
