So, after longer than I care to remember waiting for an allotment in the wilds of South East London, a very friendly neighbour has allowed me to commandeer a small section of her large garden. Fantastic!
However, it’s overgrown with weirdly weeds that look like bluebells, (yep, I’m a complete beginner, never owned an allotment and only ever cultivated some Cinnamon Basil on the windowsill), has a two-metre square area where a bonfire has recently been festering and a lovely old rose bush slap bang in the middle that, I’m assured, looks lovely in bloom.
The whole area I’ve got to play with isn’t that big, perhaps 30ft by 30ft tops, but I've got access to a shed and hose.
So, I suppose this is my introduction to what seems to be a thriving forum and a request for some invaluable information from you knowledgeable souls.
What should my course of action take from the outset, literally? Get rid of those weeds, turn the soil over, start panicking when I accidentally uproot the rose bush? Any tips, comments or prayers will be gratefully received…
Many, many thanks in advance…
Luke
ps. My aim is to grow food. And then eat it.
