The Gardeners Calendar - Horticultural News

Legionnaires' disease in Compost

Now before you all go off and throw your compost bags away there seems to be a few inconsistances with the way this story has been reported in the press.

More snow on the way

For some of us this week will see a return to wintery conditions.

High chance of a White Christmas for the UK

Snow is on the way and Mid-December could see some significant snow falls.

Brazilian Mint for pain relief

A cup of Brazilian mint tea has pain relieving qualities to match those of commercially available analgesics, a study suggests.

Mossbank allotments group secure funding for site at old Firth Camp

The chance to get green fingered and become self sufficient in Mossbank will soon become possible with the news that funding for the area�s proposed allotments has been successful.

Oxford allotment rent rises are welcomed

THE cost of renting an allotment in Oxford will increase as part of a wholesale review of plot charges.

Foggins allotment holder told to remove cockerels

ALLOTMENT holders are in a flap after being told to remove their cockerels - because they cock-a-doodle-doo too loud

Allotment plots in Lancaster Extended

New allotment plots are available for 50 families to grow their own fruit and vegetables in Lancaster.

Derelict allotments revamped by volunteers

A TASTE of the good life will be coming to part of the North East, thanks to the work of volunteers.

Setback for Widdrington allotment holders

FED-UP allotment holders are facing a further setback to reclaim their land after being told they need planning permission for raised beds.