The Nanking Cherry (Or Bush Cherry as it is also known) is still somewhat of a hidden gem in the Uk, rarely seen along the isles of your local garden…
Growing Hazelnuts is about as worthwhile a green fingered activity as I can imagine. They bring with them so many benefits, from forage for local pollinators to coppice for crafting,…
Living off-grid in Wales, why would anybody do such a thing? Well, lots of reasons. Now I’m undoubtedly biased being a Welshman myself, but I think it’s fair to say…
Goumi Vs Autumn Olive - An age old question of the permaculture obsessed gardener. Both the Goumi and Autumn Olive plants are members of the ‘Elaeagnaceae’ family, with both making…
We've been growing Sweet Chestnut trees for years now, and have lately begun reaping the rewards - as my growing waistline will attest to. They're beautiful trees to have around…
Growing Walnut trees is a bit of a niche pursuit in the UK these days. They take a long time to grow, their crops aren't a huge part of our…
Undoubtedly the most important aspect of living a self-sufficient lifestyle - A consistent water-source. Without it, the average person will die in around three days. In order to remain healthy,…
With wages stagnating, the cost of living skyrocketing and ever increasing instability across the globe - It's no wonder that self-sufficient living is enjoying a surge in popularity these last…
No Dig Gardening Interested in developing a more self-sufficient food supply? Take a look at our Ultimate Guide on the subject and brush up those horticultural survival skills. Do you…
When it comes to Wales’ fruit growing heritage, the story doesn’t end with our Apples. Although the selection of named cultivars is currently on the small side, Welsh heritage Pears,…