A reflective exploration of scale in worm farming, examining growth, labour, economics, ethics, and why bigger systems often lose what makes them work.
Author Archives: The Curious Gardener
If Shade Became More Important Than Sun
What if shade became more valuable than sunshine? A reflective, quietly humorous look at how gardeners might adapt as hotter summers change the way we think about our gardens.
European Insects
A reflective exploration of Europe’s true bugs, dragonflies, damselflies and praying mantids, examining precision, adaptation and the predators that help maintain ecological balance.
European Insects
A reflective exploration of Europe’s flies, hoverflies, mosquitoes, midges and overlooked insects, examining their vital roles in decomposition, pollination and ecological balance.
Working With Worms
A reflective essay on tools in worm farming, exploring additives, tests, gadgets, and why understanding systems matters more than optimisation.