CLIMATE RESILIENT GARDEN: Bedtime
We had a small but mighty team today, making exciting progress on our next bed, our take on Hugelkultur, a regenerative gardening technique that mimics natural forest floor ecosystems. By layering logs, branches, compost, and soil, these beds retain moisture, improve soil fertility, and create a thriving microhabitat. We’ve lovingly named ours ‘The Tomb’ while it takes shape!
Meanwhile, we’ve begun work on our prototype poly tunnel rain catcher, which we’ll test on our main plot before scaling up. Keep an eye out for photos soon!
Garden Growth Update:
– Our radishes and even some beetroot from last week’s keyhole planting are already sprouting! We’ve sown salad leaves into trays for a thriving companion crop.
– We’ve planted Golden Detroit Beetroot & Blood Red Carrots from realseeds in repurposed pallet collar beds and a recycled compost bin, sustainability in action!
– We picked rhubarb and broad beans to be added to tomorrow’s Tuesday harvest.
As we move forward, evaluation is on the horizon, we’ll be rating the different techniques we’re experimenting with in preparation for our summer open day.
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: Hugelkultur
At Rooted Community Food, we believe that staying informed is just as important as growing food. Our climate related news posts keep our community updated on allotment sessions, sustainable gardening, local food movements, and important events that shape our shared food-growing experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, our climate resilient garden updates provide practical insights, inspiration, and valuable resources to help you thrive. Every news article is crafted to reflect our mission—supporting sustainable food systems, strengthening community bonds, and empowering individuals through growing.
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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.
Celebrate seasonal growing tips that help you maximize your allotment harvest.
Announce new initiatives and funding opportunities that support urban farming projects.
Share inspiring stories from volunteers who make a difference in the community.
Provide expert insights into sustainable growing and gardening techniques in Spring.
Raise awareness about food accessibility and ethical consumption.
With each post, we aim to keep you engaged with Rooted’s journey while offering useful tips, exciting updates, and ways to get involved.
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