Small focal point for Armistice Day 2 minute silence at the community gardening plot

We decided to have a small focus for the Armistice Day 2 minute silence at our community gardening plot. It was too late to get an official wreath from the British Legion, so Graham did a makeshift job with British Legion poppies.

Anyone who wants to may gather on the terrace outside the Taverner Peckett TMO so we can observe the 2 minute silence together.

Fallen leaves: rake and bag, or mulch - that is the question

We're at that time of year when there are lots of fallen leaves around. What to do about them? Some people want them cleared as quickly as possible, since the fallen leaves look very "untidy". Others says you should leave them as they have their own beauty, they protect plants from frost, and they break down thus fertilising the soil. There are strong arguments though that if you leave fallen leaves on lawns, they block out light, prevent good air circulation and this cause diseases and grass death.

What is the answer? Well, in terms of lawns (and using leaves for flower and other plants beds), mulching could be the answer. Here's an article which explains why:

http://www.mnn.com/your-home/organic-farming-gardening/stories/why-you-should-mulch-leaves-not-rake-them