Diaries of garden secrets
Keeping a diary of what flourishes in your garden and when is a useful pastime which has been popular for centuries. It is a particularly relevant activity as we experience the effects of climate change to record which plants suffer most from the extremes of temperature and moisture levels and which survive well. Additionally to make a note of actions taken to help them and how effective these are. A historical introduction ranges from early plant lists to diaries of ladies referring to their gardens and stillrooms. Gilbert Whites’ diary adds comments on wildlife and climate.
The historical introduction leads into guidance on making a vibrant personal record using pressed specimens, photography, sketches and notes. These can then be related to the environment in terms of soil, climate, moon phases etc. The inter-relationships of birds, insects and animals with the plants will be brought into focus as we turn the pages. Recording and encouraging butterflies in the garden is one aspect of ecological importance. These records as a whole add new interest and understanding of the ecology of the garden, not forgetting some companion planting for best results.
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Keeping a diary of what flourishes in your garden and when is a useful pastime which has been popular for centuries. It is a particularly relevant activity as we experience the effects of climate change to record which plants suffer most from the extremes of temperature and moisture levels and which survive well. Additionally to make a note of actions taken to help them and how effective these are. A historical introduction ranges from early plant lists to diaries of ladies referring to their gardens and stillrooms. Gilbert Whites’ diary adds comments on wildlife and climate.
The historical introduction leads into guidance on making a vibrant personal record using pressed specimens, photography, sketches and notes. These can then be related to the environment in terms of soil, climate, moon phases etc. The inter-relationships of birds, insects and animals with the plants will be brought into focus as we turn the pages. Recording and encouraging butterflies in the garden is one aspect of ecological importance. These records as a whole add new interest and understanding of the ecology of the garden, not forgetting some companion planting for best results.
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