Jules

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• January Greenery

  

  Given the mild weather we've had the last 2 or 3 months (ignoring the 3 days of freezing temps just last week) it's not surprising that some crops are much... Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2012 GARDENING, HOME

• Sharing the Blogging Love

  

  I was delighted recently to be given this blog award by Caro at Urban Veg Patch. The Suburban Veg Plot blog was originally started just for my own interest and... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2012 GARDENING, HOME

• New Year, New Books, New Chickens, New Hope

  

  Hello January 1st with your dark sky and wintery rain. My garden has taken on its usual slippy slidey muddy winter form courtesy of the London clay below. Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2012 GARDENING, HOME

• Reflections on a Growing Year

  It's always interesting to look back on a year of growing to reflect on what worked well and what didn't in the suburban veg plot. Read more

  Posted on 27 December 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• An Untypical Gardening Year

  What a strange winter we're having. I've just harvested the last chillies from my Lemon Drop and Bulgarian Carrot plants. They've been inside for only 2 weeks... Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Ember Gate on Etsy - Open for Business

  I haven't posted on my blog for more than 3 weeks. I feel very guilty, but I do have a valid excuse. I've been beavering away in the background on the launch... Read more

  Posted on 02 December 2011 GARDENING

• Right Said Ted - Time for Home

  

  I came down for breakfast to be greeted by this sight:Ted was stuck halfway into a box and was looking more than a little uncomfortable. I carefully helped him... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Ted on Tour

  

  As Ted's and Bobble's time at the Suburban Veg Plot approached its end, Ted asked if we could have a night out to round off the week. Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2011 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Rain Stopped Play

  

  Oh dear Ted, the weather has taken a turn for the worse and is displaying the mild and precipitous maritime climate conditions more typical of our middle... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2011 GARDENING, HOME, PETS

• Ted Meets the Chickens

  

  In a rare moment of sunshine, Ted headed out enthusiastically to meet the chickens. He claims to have a strong spiritual connection with the animal kingdom. Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Ted's Green Fingers

  

  After the excitement of a day in the city, Ted and Bobble decided to spend today at the veg plot. Like any good gardener, Ted spent a bit of time in quiet... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Ted and the City

  

  Monday morning means back to work for most people and today was no different for Ted and Bobble.It was straight in at the deep end at the office - the markets... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Garden Revision

  

  Ted and Bobble were a bit tired today - both from their Royal Mail journey here and from their efforts with the fruit harvest yesterday - so they had a chilled... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2011 GARDENING

• Pear Storage

  

  Now that the pears have been harvested and the pear tree pruned (in accordance with instructions in my trusty DK/RHS Pruning and Training book) it's time to... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2011 GARDENING

• Welcome Ted and Bobble

  

  So, Ted and Bobble have arrived safely at the Suburban Veg Plot. Unfortunately though, they did have to spend last night in the local sorting office as they... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Awaiting the Visitors

  The Suburban Veg Plot will shortly be playing host to Ted and Bobble. If you haven't yet come across these names in the blogosphere, then head over to the... Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• ID Parade

  

  I recently took advantage of a Fruit Identification Day at RHS Wisley in Surrey. Laden with samples from my apple and pear trees, I headed off to meet Jim... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Blueberry Tubs

  

  Back in February I mentioned my two blueberry bushes. One was a very thoughful gift from a good friend and the second one I bought as a companion for the first. Read more

  Posted on 28 September 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• September Chilli Fest

  

  I'll confess that I'm slightly pitying of anyone who doesn't like chillies. In my book, that's like saying 'I prefer my food to taste quite ordinary, I don't... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Tomato Tasting

  

  There are 3 types of tomato growing in my greenhouse. Which, some might say, is 3 types too many for someone who doesn't actually like eating them. But I love... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2011 GARDENING, HOME