Pumpkin three ways
We had a good pumpkin haul last year and we’ve been steadily getting through them. The pumpkins are regularly used in curries, it’s a staple topping for our Saturday homemade…
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Winter treats for the wild birds
The guys from Ivel Valley Wild Bird Food very kindly sent us some assorted winter treats for our birds. We received a selection of super suet and insect and mealworm…
Our heat pump, solar production and the weather – a year in review
As part of our ongoing sustainability journey at Home Farm, we annually review our solar production, air source heat pump efficiency and the weather for the past 12 months.
Our year outdoors and in the garden
Taking a look back at 2021, we spent a lot of it outdoors and in the garden. I always find it motivating to see all the seasons, one after the…
Smart bulbs – a bright idea?
Used correctly, smart home devices such as plugs and bulbs can make your home more sustainable. Teckin sent us some of their smart plugs and smart bulbs to review.
Ho, ho, ho for HVO – will it be a warm Christmas?
As everyone that follows our blog and YouTube channel knows, we are big advocates and supporters of heat pumps, but we are also firm believers that homeowners should have options…
Top 10 Tips For Growing Dahlias
My first year of growing dahlias has largely been a big success and I have fallen in love with dahlias. They offer so many different colours, sizes and shapes, so…
12 Christmas gift ideas for gardeners
Here is our Christmas gift guide for gardeners this year. Each of the items that we have featured have been used and enjoyed by us this year, and we would…
Making zero-waste, natural Christmas gifts
It’s time to start making some Christmas gifts. This year it’s really fun and super easy fizzy bath bombs from Aromantic. It’s a brilliant indoor activity which would be especially great…
Tea time out
After another really busy week we needed to slow things down and have some quiet time. For me, the perfect comforting afternoon is definitely with a cup of tea in…