Garden Plans

Help us prepare our community garden for spring and create a beautiful, sustainable space for everyone to enjoy!

Jobs for this December

Mulch and Prepare beds ready for sowing
Adding lots of organic matter and compost really ensures a great crop of produce come harvest!

Woodchip paths and edge beds
Help us spread woodchip to help keep our paths in tip top condition!

Planting Spring Bulbs
Help us plant Daffodils, Tulips, Snowdrops, Camasia, Fritilaries and Bluebells, ready for Spring.

Tips planting bulbs

1. Choosing bulbs: Select healthy bulbs suited for your site and check for firm, healthy bulbs without damage.

2. Planting Time: Most spring-blooming bulbs should be planted 6-8 weeks before the first frost. Summer-blooming bulbs go in the spring.

3. Select the Location: Ensure soil is well-drained, most bulbs prefer full sun or partial shade depending on variety.

4. Prepare the Soil: Loosen the soil and enrich with compost or organic matter for better root establishment.

5. Planting depth: Plant bulbs at the correct depth (2-3 times their height) space tappropriately to allow for growth.

6. Watering: Water thoroughly after planting, keep the soil lightly moist, and add mulch to retain moisture and protect against the cold.

7. Protect from Animals: Use mulch, wire, or repellents to prevent animals from digging up or eating the bulbs.

8. Care After Planting: Deadhead spent flowers, let foliage die back naturally.