Slugs

One of the most common questions that we are asked, is what do we do about slugs? There is no simple answer. Last year we had a more serious slug problem in our rye field than ever before. Plants sown in October germinated and started to grow well, but were then slowly devoured by slugs… Continue reading Slugs

Catkins

A large nut variety of hazel flowers in mid-Winter.

Stacking Wood

Firewood is neatly stacked against a bank. The pile should be left to season and dry out for a couple of years before it’s used.

Ash Wood

In this picture we can see an ash tree after felling. The large rounds in the foreground will be split, and used for firewood. Ash makes very good firewood, which can be burned straightaway if necessary. The bottom section of the trunk was fairly straight, and has been split into sixths, with the use of… Continue reading Ash Wood