Tag Archives: growing

In the time of the virus: day 58

Posted on May 20, 2020 by deborah @ the magic jug

Another bright sunny and hot day; another day with no rain and none in prospect.  For us gardeners this means another day of watering any tender plants; and another day of planning our growing and gardening to minimise the amount … Continue reading →

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In the time of the virus: day 53

Posted on May 14, 2020 by deborah @ the magic jug

Today I had two lovely messages from blog readers – one a lovely email from someone I’ve only met once but definitely regard as a friend.  I am so grateful to them – messages like that are like gold dust … Continue reading →

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In the time of the virus: day 23

Posted on April 14, 2020 by deborah @ the magic jug

Back to ‘normal’ today, a workday for those who still have such things.  In our immediate family we still have two people working, though one is on school Easter holiday this week and another is working from home and wondering … Continue reading →

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What I did and didn’t do this summer (garden, allotment, kitchen update)

Posted on October 14, 2019 by deborah @ the magic jug

As ever, lots of good intentions, and the expectation of a quieter, simpler summer this year.  Wherever did that idea come from?  Life has been as busy as ever, and punctuated by three unseasonal cold/flu viruses.  All reasons (not excuses, … Continue reading →

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Taking stock

Posted on February 13, 2019 by deborah @ the magic jug

It’s all too easy to stay on repeat and just grow the same things and make the same jams and preserves year after year.  But a minor mishap meant I needed to clear off the garage shelf where I keep … Continue reading →

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Six (good) things on Sunday (26 August)

Posted on August 26, 2018 by deborah @ the magic jug

I made a small start on getting to grips with my sorely-neglected garden.  Taking a tip from others, I’ve broken it down into bite-sized chunks.  I tackled the terrace, which is immediately outside the kitchen.  I’ve always wanted a clematis … Continue reading →

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Six (good) things on Friday (10 August)

Posted on August 10, 2018 by deborah @ the magic jug

Swimming – this week I joined the local newly re-furbished and re-opened Sports and Leisure Centre, mainly for the swimming pool, but membership comes with the added bonus of access to the gym and all the classes, plus a one … Continue reading →

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Do what you can with what you have: water

Posted on July 6, 2018 by deborah @ the magic jug

In this long hot dry spell, it feels like a good time to write about how we use water, and how we can use less of it.  Especially those of us who have gardens and plants in pots, and tender … Continue reading →

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Five good things on Friday – on Friday!

Posted on June 22, 2018 by deborah @ the magic jug

I (finally!) got round to upgrading my blog to a paid-for package instead of the free one.  Which means I have more storage space, and can resume uploading photos.  As ever, the thing I’d built up in my mind as … Continue reading →

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Losing the plot, regaining the plot

Posted on January 16, 2018 by deborah @ the magic jug

Well I really lost it with the allotment in the autumn.  The mix of insomnia and two bouts of (minor) illness put paid to all my plans to have it in tip top condition ready for spring planting. No autumn … Continue reading →

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