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18/52: pumpkin project bears fruit

Some time ago I did a little artificial insemination to ensure fertilisation of a female pumpkin flower. I am delighted to show you the fine result of my interference:   Ta-daa! Unfortunately, some of the pumpkin eggs I tried to … Continue reading

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331/366: rogue plants strike again!

Recently I did some serial planting in front of the rosemary bush, in which I planted some leafy green variegated plants and rosemary cuttings. Suddenly there are rogue plants amongst them. I won’t get too excited, because last time this … Continue reading

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18/366: the rogue pumpkin

About fifteen years ago, when we were still establishing our garden, I liked to dig the compost into the ground in various places where I was planning to put a garden bed. Our “soil” is mainly heavy clay, requiring a … Continue reading

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