CLIMATE RESILIENT GARDEN: A golden afternoon
A golden afternoon in the Climate Resilient Garden!
Today was a beauty, and our team gathered an incredible harvest. We cleared the potato bed to make way for our squash, which will soon be trained up the vertical planters. Broad beans and strawberries were also on today’s haul, those strawberries got a little extra care, carefully propped onto straw to keep them from softening on the ground.
The keyhole bed is thriving, and we couldn’t be prouder of our progress. A fresh boost of compost and food scraps went into the center to nourish the soil, followed by a generous watering session. Most crops are flourishing, though the peas looked a little weary, hopefully, a nutrient lift from the composter will perk them up!
Big innovation today! Our poly tunnel rain catcher progressed from concept to prototype, and it was a resounding success. Next step? Scaling it for use in the Climate Resilient Garden.
Over at the Hugelkultur bed, things are shaping up beautifully (with a little help from some allotment boots). Next week, we’ll add the final compost layer before planting begins!
Wrapping up, we discussed how we’ll evaluate our methods leading up to our open day in August. The feedback from the group was fantastic, this collaborative experiment has evolved in the most inspiring ways, becoming something truly meaningful for everyone involved.
The goal of Blue Heart is to try out innovative ways to predict and mitigate the impact of flooding in Eastbourne and southern Wealden. This will benefit local people, businesses and the environment. What they learn will also help inform projects around the UK and beyond.
Read more on the Blue Heart website here…
Rooted Climate Resilient Garden: A Golden Afternoon
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Food is more than just nourishment—it’s culture, sustainability, and connection. That’s why we use our news section to highlight progress, events, community efforts, and shared knowledge. Regular updates allow us to:
Being surrounded by nature in Spring reduces anxiety, boosts mental clarity, and strengthens social connections. There’s something special about working with soil, nurturing plants, and seeing the results of collective effort. Food feels more meaningful when grown together, shared, and enjoyed within a supportive community.
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