Monthly Archives: May 2014

Save me Sunday!

Today seemed to be a day at the allotment where I had to save some beneficial insects from drowning. The first instance was when I noticed a bumblebee swimming frantically on top of the pond water which I managed to … Continue reading

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Rhubarb Recipes – Part 1

With rhubarb being in season and there always being plenty to bring home from the allotment, I decided to invest in a few good recipes in which to use my produce.  I cannot take credit for any of the recipes … Continue reading

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Rhubarb Custard Pie

As usual at this time of year I have a glut of rhubarb from my allotment.  Bored with the traditional rhubarb crumble, worried that the neighbours won’t want me to deliver any more armfuls to them, I thought that it … Continue reading

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What to do in May – 2

Wow! Where did April go in such a hurry. I can’t believe that we are in May already. The months just seem to be flying by. With the warmer weather approaching and the seedlings and plants growing at an alarming … Continue reading

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