Potato Chitting
Potato chitting; getting the potatoes ready for planting outdoors in the next 4-6 weeks.
NPK Recipe for Tomato Vegetative Growth
During the vegetative growth stage, tomatoes need more nitrogen to promote healthy leaf and stem development.
10 Significant Tomato Varieties
These tomato varieties have shaped the way tomatoes are grown, consumed, and preserved.
THE HOOP HOUSE Creativity - Creative Ideas for Tomatoes and Tomato Growing - UK
Creativity with tomatoes encompasses a wide range of activities from innovative gardening methods to artistic culinary presentations and engaging community events. By exploring these creative approaches, you can enjoy the versatility and beauty of tomatoes while enhancing your gardening and culinary skills.
February 2024
February 2024 - some later stages of winter vegetable growing plus some early Spring planting and growing.
NPK Recipe for Tomato Seedlings
When growing tomato seedlings, it's important to provide a balanced supply of nutrients that promote healthy root development and sturdy, green growth without overwhelming the young plants.
THE HOOP HOUSE - Stitching (Grafting) Tomatoes in UK
Stitching (Grafting) and Growing Links (Propagation and Cultivation) are essential techniques in tomato cultivation. Grafting combines the strengths of different plant varieties, while effective propagation and cultivation practices ensure healthy growth and bountiful yields. By understanding and implementing these methods, gardeners can enjoy robust and productive tomato plants like the Tigerella variety.
Forest School Training Courses in Wiltshire, UK
Forest School training is a valuable path for educators and nature enthusiasts looking to lead transformative outdoor learning experiences.
What is Forest School?
Forest School is an outdoor educational approach that emphasizes learning through hands-on experiences in a natural environment, typically a woodland or forest setting.
13 Football Pitches
BBC NEWS: A plan to cover an area greater than 13 football pitches in new polytunnels is a step too far, a council says.
January 2024 at The Hoop House, Wadswick - Corsham
January 2024 - growing plants over the Winter period where temperatures are lower especially at night.
The Evolution of The Hoop House. A Brief History - UK.
While there isn't a single inventor or exact date for the invention of hoop houses, their development is rooted in the broader history of greenhouse technology. The modern hoop house, characterized by its use of polyethylene plastic and simple, flexible construction, began to take shape in the mid-20th century and has since become an essential tool for farmers and gardeners looking to extend their growing seasons and protect their crops.
November 2023
November 2023 - getting more organised with plants in to grow over the Winter (well, hopefully “to grow”).
THE HOOP HOUSE - Creativity - Sculpture, Knitting, Embroidery, Art, Painting, Drawing - Tomato designs
Embroidery tomatoes involve creating intricate designs featuring tomatoes and their associated elements using various stitching techniques. By preparing your materials, transferring your design, and employing the right stitches, you can create beautiful, tomato-themed embroidery projects that add a creative and personal touch to your home decor or gifts.
October Purchase - Chilli Plants
Chilli preparation - for chilli seeds, chilli sauces and ground chilli flakes.
Late October 2023
Late October 2023 - getting organised with some small plants propagating.
Mid-October 2023
Getting organised in October 2023. Beds tidied ready for planting. Footpathe established. Tables and other areas ready to go.
Day One - Beginning October 2023
The poly tunnel / hoop house before we started. We had a lot of tidying and organising ahead of us. Overgrown and falling tomato plants everywhere.
THE HOOP HOUSE - UK English - Here are some possible European translations)
THE HOOP HOUSE : A hoop house is a versatile and cost-effective structure that allows gardeners and farmers to extend the growing season, improve plant growth, and protect crops from adverse weather conditions. By selecting the right site, materials, and construction methods, and managing the internal environment effectively, you can maximize the benefits of a hoop house for a wide variety of crops.
THE HOOP HOUSE (UK BASED) - AUGUST 2023
A hoop house, also known as a poly tunnel, high tunnel, or hot house is a type of greenhouse structure that is typically made from flexible materials such as plastic, PVC, or metal hoops, and covered with a layer of polyethylene plastic or similar material. Hoop houses are used in agriculture and gardening to extend the growing season by protecting crops from adverse weather conditions, including frost, wind, and excessive rain. They provide a controlled environment that can enhance plant growth and yield, making them a valuable tool for farmers and gardeners alike.