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Rhubarb is a resilient crop that can produce abundantly when properly maintained. After dividing a large plant into two, several crops can be harvested by regularly cutting off flowering stems. This leads to a self-sufficient supply, resulting in preserved rhubarb products and the ability to share with others. Maria enjoys rhubarb lemonade and jam.

Kohlrabi

Jul 12, 2025

Allotment gardening, Organic Gardening, Sustainability

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Maria shares her experience of growing kohlrabi, an early crop planted from seeds in February despite cold weather. She describes her planting process, microclimate creation, and the harvesting period from May to June. Maria enjoys using kohlrabi roots and leaves in various dishes, noting the resilience against snails.

Sugar Snap Pea “Norli”

Jul 12, 2025

Allotment gardening, Organic Gardening, Sustainability

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Maria shares her experience of growing “Norli” sugar snap peas with her daughter. After three years, she finds them easy and high-yielding. By harvesting early, they enjoy continuous production and can freeze extras for winter. She advises saving and drying some peas for next year’s planting, ensuring a persistent harvest.

Black currants

Jul 11, 2025

Allotment gardening, Organic Gardening, Sustainability

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The author expresses a deep affection for black currants, eagerly awaiting their ripeness to pick. Currently, they monitor their growth, competing with birds for the harvest. Maria has planted numerous berry bushes but finds it challenging to use netting for protection, fearing it would detract from her garden’s beauty.