Treestation is more than just a timber company – it’s a community-driven enterprise dedicated to sustainability and benefiting the people of Greater Manchester. Through our Community Benefit Scheme, they donate timber resources to schools, community landscaping, and food-growing initiatives, ensuring…
Bury Council gave us the go-ahead in 2010 to grow food in St Mary’s Park. After some preparation, we planted our first seedlings in the spring of 2011. Since then, our volunteers have loved growing and harvesting herbs and vegetables,…
For a harvest in a few months’ time focus on fast-growing vegetables. As it’s almost June, you have a good window for many crops. Here are some of the best seeds to plant now for a summer/early autumn harvest: Very…
We’re in our 13th year at the forest garden and anyone who doesn’t live in a cupboard will have noticed that it’s hardly rained since February. Gardeners and veg growers are watering daily to keep their plants alive. So what…
Composting is a great way to recycle kitchen and yard waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment for your garden. Here’s a guide to help you get started: Choose a Compost Bin or Pile Bins: Compost bins keep things tidy and…
The Right to Grow allows the public to grow food in public spaces. There are conditions of course, but the aim is for UK councils, like Bury, to encourage community food growing. As you might know, food growing benefits health,…
The latest ginnel garden news is out, and it’s good news!! You’ll find out about how the residents changed the back alleyway (ginnel) into a beautiful area. Also, the problems they experienced beforehand melted away and they’re looking forward to…
by Zack Maskill Growing herbs from cuttings is a rewarding and easy way to expand your garden. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, propagating herbs like mint, thyme, and lavender from cuttings can save you time and money.…
Our monthly herb sessions are now being held at Philips Park, Prestwich from September onwards. They are being run by Edwina Staniforth, Medical Herbalist. She’s a Member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists and a Member of the Association…
Filling a Raised Vegetable Bed: A Step-by-Step Guide A raised bed needs to be filled to produce a nutrient-rich soil. So, just filling it with soil is not enough, as this will not promote rotting and nutrients. If you follow…
Order a Hoodie Order a T-Shirt Introducing our fresh new 2024 “collection”! Show your love for Prestwich and support our group with our stylish hoodies and t-shirts. Designed with both men and women, these comfy…
If you to local areas such as Outwood Country Park and Philips Park, You’ll find large areas of Himalayan Balsam. This is an invasive species brought in by the Victorians. It escaped from their gardens and spread throughout the UK.…