The herb-garden way of propagating lavender is completely no-nonsense. It is also very successful and so easy that you can let the kiddos do it if you please. It is miles away from complicated selecting of plant material, sterilising secateurs, using rooting powder and heated rooting mats that you can read about if you google ‘Propagating lavender’ today. You can do it without any tools at all, and there are no pots required either! And very little, if any, mollycoddling of the little plant babies. It’s a win-win for the busy and cash strapped gardener!
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Propagating lavender – easy way to grow your own lavender
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Spring preparations and first inspection
For many beekeepers, the start of spring is usually one big, long, drawn out wait for good weather. Weather warm enough and calm enough for the beekeeper to spring into action for the first inspection of the year. It may come at the end of March, but it may equally be April until the conditions are right, and we can finally don our bee-suits. Read this article to find out how to get your spring preparations underway and all you need to know for that all important first inspection of the year.
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How to use, clean and refresh beeswax wraps
Reusable beeswax wraps are used for storing food and keeping it fresh. It is a great plastic-free alternative to clingfilm and disposable bags and can also sometimes be used instead of tinfoil. What make reusable wax wraps perfect for storing food is not only that you can use them again and again and that they …
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DIY beeswax wraps – How to make beeswax wraps
Reusable beeswax wraps are used for storing food and keeping it fresh. It is a great plastic-free alternative to clingfilm and disposable bags and can also sometimes be used instead of tinfoil. What make reusable wax wraps perfect for storing food is not only that you can use them again and again and that they …
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Benefits of Beeswax Candles
One of the many benefits of burning beeswax candles is its ability to calm us and soothe our mood. The light that a burning beeswax candle emits is very similar to natural sunlight. This has an uplifting and calming effect on our mood. Many also find it helps with concentration, energy and spiritualism.
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How to fold beeswax wraps into bags or pouches
In our household we use reusable beeswax wraps for storing lots of different foods in the kitchen. We also use them a lot on the go, and they are a staple in my son’s lunchbox. I wrap up his sandwiches, wraps, fruit and snacks in them. Learn how to fold your own beeswax wrap into bags or pouches using this simple to follow tutorial.
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How to render beeswax
Processing beeswax is quite simple and reasonably straightforward. But only as long as you follow certain guidelines and resign yourself to the fact that it is nearly always a bit messy and there will be a good deal of waste.
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Plants for Bees Winter
In winter, any plants for honeybees to get nectar & pollen from are hugely important. Here are the 3 best flowering plants for bees in winter
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Best Rhubarb Cordial Recipe – refreshing and zingy
This is a fantastic recipe for a fresh and zingy cordial. Along with Pink Elderflower Cordial, it is an absolute favourite to bring to my apiaries to provide hydration and energy for those long days working with my bees. It is one of the best cordial recipes I have found, so I am happy to …
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