Spring workshops
I’m delighted to be returning to the beautiful walled garden of l’Heure du Thé in Chéserex, just above Nyon, to run some gardening workshops. Join me in this serine and […]
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La ferme de Budé
Right in the heart of Petit-Saconnex and nestled between the local primary school and a number of residential apartment blocks is a gem of an organic farm with a food market. […]
kale and other seeds
There has been a tremendous increase in kale over the past few years. It has been identified as a “superfood” and no wonder with its high fibre structure and high […]
welcome to something a little different
Having written a newsletter for the Swiss Gardening School for almost two years I thought it was about time to do something a little different. Let me introduce you to […]
far-away plants
An article entitled “The Chickadee’s Guide to Gardening” appeared in the New York Times recently lamenting the disappearance of indigenous tress in our gardens. Although aimed at a US audience […]
all about the onions
I can never keep red onions in the house in the summer months so this year I’ve decided to grow some myself. I’ve gone for a varitey called “Rubin” and […]
the last days of winter – snowdrops
More snow has fallen in my garden this winter than I’ve seen for many years. The undulating forms of hidden pots and containers are a most beautiful sight but I […]