A reflective exploration of how certain trees shape the feeling of a garden, creating balance and presence beyond their physical form.
Monthly Archives: Jun 2026
Working With Worms
A reflective look at worm castings, exploring what good castings look like, how to use them, and why restraint matters more than quantity.
Dealing with Slugs & Snails
A reflective guide to dealing with slugs and snails in UK gardens—practical, balanced strategies for protecting plants without chasing total eradication.
After Control
The final essay in the After Control series, examining what endures as human dominance fragments and pressure becomes uneven.
Raised Beds or Direct to Ground?
A reflective comparison of raised beds and direct-to-ground growing—examining soil health, drainage, climate and long-term sustainability in UK gardens.