Green Thumbs

13/09/2015

Write something...Are there any chutney makers out there looking for tomatoes or Bramleys.

22/07/2015

On sale tomorrow at Acacia Road shops:
Real fruit ice lollies made from 50% fruit locally grown. No chemicals used. No additives.

09/06/2015

On sale at Castle Beach Cafe.
Real fruit ice lollies made from 50% fruit locally grown. No chemicals used. No additives.

31/03/2015

I have cut the promised rhubarb which is huge for so early in the season. 6 sticks for £2. Buyer to collect.

18/03/2015

For sale. Black eyed pea plants. 9 for £2 or a tray of over 40 plants £5.

17/03/2015

Well. I am back. Will cut the first rhubarb of the season next week.

27/07/2014

http://life.gaiam.com/article/benefits-eating-what-s-season

Eating local and seasonal food is good for your health and the environment, but did you know it can also make food more flavorful and nutritious, and save you money too? Find out how and why.

27/07/2014

Picking blackberries is so much more satisfying. Your box fills up faster. Started to rain just as I opened the gate. Bigger raspberries
if we get a reasonable amount.

15/07/2014

The rhubarb is ready for cutting again
6 sticks for £2
or 400g cooked and frozen rhubarb £2
200g fresh raspberries
£1Young blackcurrant bushes £2
Butternut squash plants 50p
French bean plants ((Blue Lake) x 6 £2
Blackcurrant jam £2/jar (use by September 2014)
Blackberry jam £2/jar (use by September 2014)
All produce is homegrown or homemade. No chemicals are used.

10/07/2014

09/07/2014

Just dragged my granny bag home full of rhubarb, Does anyone out there want some.
6 sticks for £2
Buyer to collect
Try this recipe. You can also freeze the fool if you prefer.
Rhubarb Custard Fool

Recipe adapted slightly from Ripe. Serves 4-6.

Note: As written, this recipe is not very sweet. If you like sweeter desserts, increase the amount of sugar used in the custard to 2 TBS and use 4 TBS of...