Trimming the Tree and Building Beds

One normally "trims the tree" for xmas. But in this case it's the Apple Tree that needs a drastic haircut. Especially as it overhangs the new path.

The pictures aren't really clear as to how much has been trimmed, but it's sufficient to say that there are now a lot less branches that cross over each other. Pruning opens up the centre of the tree to more light and more airflow. And as an added benefit, makes harvesting easier too.

I've also built a new bed at the front of the plot which will become a second strawberry bed, right next to the existing one.

Second? Probably third. Possibly fourth. Yeah, the Wife wants a few more strawberry growing areas. What with those in the greenhouse, the stackable trays... Note to self; lay in super large stocks of cream for summer.

We've also re-potted our blueberries into larger pots. They probably need to be pruned as well. But the Wife mentioned something about taking cuttings from them to try and create more blueberry plants. Do I see yet more berries in my future?

And the onions have been planted too.

Onions left, Blueberries right.

Elsewhere on the plot, the old greenhouse has had a mini-clean. It will get a full clean later in the year. As will the new greenhouse. It has a thin green film on the inside of the glass as a remnant of last year's Tomatoes. I also need to build a table inside so we have a raised area better suited to putting seedlings and plants on.

Oh, and I need to make more beds as well. So much work to do... and I haven't even ordered this years seeds yet.

Best crack on...

A New Year's visit to the Plot

The Plot in winter is not an inspiring sight. There is no greenery. OK, I tell a lie, there is, but it belongs to the small weeds and grasses that are obstinately clinging to life.

We have had quite a bit of rain over the holidays and the main path next to the new section is somewhat flooded.

Which also doesn't bode well for said news section as it is significantly lower than the rest of the plot. If we end up with huge rains again, like last time, then this new bit will be totally underwater.

The shed is looking a little tired. When the weather warms up a little (and before the grape vine starts sprouting obviously) I will have to apply a good coat of preservative again. Gotta keep the Red Shed on Stilts.

This is not the only job required. There are new beds to be built. I already have all the necessary wood ready. I just need a decent dry day to get to work.

The new beds will be installed in the new section and at the front where the previous infamous Courgette Mound resided. At the moment it's covered with weed membrane in an attempt to keep the weeds at bay. Though they are still making an appearance in some places.

But there is a light at the end of the tunnel. The Daffs are starting to raise above the damp. Well they are in a raised bed anyway.

Soon...