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Climate Resilient Garden: Progress
What a fantastic turnout for today’s Climate Resilient Garden session, where thirteen eager participants got hands-on with our bed-testing mission! Luckily we had some additional admin support at the Kitchen Plot, helping us record valuable climate related data. We invite everyone to take part in this open, experimental session. Join us, whether you’re an experienced grower or simply curious—there’s a place for everyone to participate! We’re especially looking for insights from those with experience in the following climate related gardening practices, so check out the below and see if you can help: Keyhole Gardening Hugelkultur Vertical Growing Seed Saving If any of these climate related gardening skills resonate with you,…
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BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE
Spring has spoiled us with warm days lately however today brought a brisk twist that kept the Wednesday crew on their toes! The squash arch is blossoming into something spectacular – we can’t wait for you to see it in all its glory. This week, we’ve sown spaghetti, patty, and butternut squash seeds, getting them ready for their debut in the beds once the temperature warms back up after Spring. The polytunnel continues to thrive during Spring with vibrant greenery, fueling our weekly fridge deliveries. We are delighted to now be offering purple sprouting broccoli, lamb’s lettuce, rocket, and a variety of fresh herbs. Our bounty has reached an impressive…
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COMPOST CHRONICALS
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AWARD FOR FLOURISHING COMMUNITY ALLOTMENT
A dedicated community leader whose passion inspires a large team of volunteers to grow fruit and veg at an Eastbourne allotment has won a prestigious national award, specifically the RHS Award. Sally Ross, of Rooted Community Food, has won the Royal Horticultural Society’s Carew Pole Community Award. She co-ordinates 30 volunteers on the Gorringe Road allotment who grow food to supply community fridges and homeless charities. The project started in November 2022 and volunteers include people from all walks of life and of all ages. There is a growing plot and a separate plot with an outdoor kitchen and a large shelter for cook-ups and creative sessions. The award submission by…
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SOCIAL PRESCRIBING DAY 2025
EXCITING UPDATE ON SOCIAL PRESCRIBING What an incredible Social Prescribing Day we had! A HUGE shoutout to our amazing volunteer team for making everything flow effortlessly! We welcomed numerous visitors who experienced our Rooted magic! From composting and seed sowing to weaving, zig-zag books, and engaging conversations, we had it all. Of course, we wrapped up with some delicious, home-cooked soup! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Rooted Social Prescribing Day and shared your valuable insights. We’re eager to hear more from you! If you haven’t yet shared your thoughts, you can do so via our feedback form. Your input is crucial for planning future sessions with…
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THE SQUASH ARCH AND TEA23
Today, we made significant progress on the squash arch, which will maximise our growing space in this bustling area that sees plenty of wheelbarrow traffic. With the ground previously leveled, today we measured out the path, placed two of the six pallet collars, laid down cardboard, woodchipped the path, and began filling the first bed with our homemade, nutrient-rich compost. Our creative team of volunteers plan to weave willow boughs to form the arch – we can’t wait to see the stunning result! We lovingly removed all the seedlings and watered them outdoors under the warm spring sunshine. This keeps our greenhouse dry and uninviting to little critters. The seedlings…
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COMPOST CHRONICALS
Yes, we admit it – we are compost obsessed, but who wouldn’t be with this premium black gold? Our first bay is officially filled, clearing out the old crates that will be relocating to the Kitchen Plot. We’re getting everything ready for our Open Day on March 19th, where we’ll be celebrating social prescribing—and in our case, green social prescribing! Our kitchen plot had a little drama, thanks to some furry friends and premature potato sowing. But fear not, we’ve added some netting and the remaining seed potatoes are chitting in the summer house under tightly secured conditions. And, in a burst of spring beauty, we’ve planted delicate snowdrops along…
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TRANSFORMATION IN PROGRESS
Our small but mighty Wednesday team rolled up their sleeves today and set to work on our kitchen plot makeover! We’ve got BIG plans, and today was all about kicking off the first stage. From clearing space to relocating beds, we’re all about maximizing space in our kitchen area. And let’s just say, we’ve discovered that manure is no joke – wheelbarrowing it over was quite the workout! We’re also moving our compost bay for a top-secret squirrel project! Just need to empty those old crates and transport them over. The mud kitchen and bug hotel got a fresh new look, and we even managed to plant our early and…
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JANUARY IS THRIVING WITH ACTIVITY!
January may be languishing, but we’re thriving in productivity here on the plot! Our compost game is on point with the compost committee ensuring it’s quick, efficient, and producing that rich, crumbly black gold. Thanks to this magic soil and mild temps, our greenhouse is bursting with life this January! Our new compost bay is almost complete—just waiting on the roof—and the first bay is already hard at work. Soon, we’ll be moving the old compost crates to the Kitchen Plot for even more garden goodness. Today, we planted kale and radish, fortified our bean trellis, and prepped more beds for planting. The future’s looking green and glorious! Staying Connected…
