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Permaculture session at Philips Park
And so, we had the second get together of our North West Permaculture Network group, the first of 2023. This time the venue for the gathering was The Barn at Philips Park, headquarters for Incredible Edible Prestwich and District. This…
It’s time to chit your Potatoes
If you’re thinking of planting and harvesting a potato crop, now is the time to start chitting your potatoes. Chitting is the process of encouraging seed potatoes to sprout before planting them. It can help potatoes to grow more quickly…
Starting growing vegetables – jobs for March
March is a great time to start preparing for growing vegetables. Here are a few things you can do in March to get ready: Choose a garden site: Choose a spot in your garden that gets plenty of sunlight (at…
Making Wood Work for the Community: Treestation’s impact in Greater Manchester
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…
Incredible Edible Prestwich’s first project—the three vegetable beds in St Mary’s Park—is coming to an end
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,…
It’s not too late. Seeds you can plant in May
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…
Prestwich Clough forest garden May 2025 update
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…
How to make compost
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…
Ginnel Garden News – Nov 2024
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…
How to grow from cuttings – The Water Method – A beginner’s guide
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.…
Herb Sessions at Philips Park
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…
How to fill a raised vegetable bed
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…
New T-shirt and Hoodie: Fashion with a Flavour
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…
Himalayan Balsam
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.…
Two Volunteer stories
Volunteering can be anything you want it to be. Above all else though you are giving something to your community and getting lots of benefits yourself. To volunteer with Incredible Edible Prestwich please contact us. Here are just two stories…