Tuesday, 13 May 2008
Sunday, 11 May 2008
New members: plot inspections
Information for new members:
Over the growing season (March to October) the committee performs monthly inspections using the inspection sheet shown below.
The reason for undertaking inspections is to ensure that all plots are being maintained to an acceptable standard. Significant shortcomings are discussed at the committee meeting and may result in a letter to the plotholder, describing the problem and requesting remedial action. Two letters result in an invitation to provide an explanation at the Annual General Meeting.
This system might sound draconian, but it's only fair to other members that you keep your plot under cultivation, neat and tidy and, as far as possible, free from weeds. Remember that shared paths between plots are the joint responsibility of the adjacent plotholders. You should also ensure that the frontage to your plot - either grass or red blaize - is kept neat and weed-free.
If you have any queries or concerns, please speak to one of the committee members.
Over the growing season (March to October) the committee performs monthly inspections using the inspection sheet shown below.
The reason for undertaking inspections is to ensure that all plots are being maintained to an acceptable standard. Significant shortcomings are discussed at the committee meeting and may result in a letter to the plotholder, describing the problem and requesting remedial action. Two letters result in an invitation to provide an explanation at the Annual General Meeting.
This system might sound draconian, but it's only fair to other members that you keep your plot under cultivation, neat and tidy and, as far as possible, free from weeds. Remember that shared paths between plots are the joint responsibility of the adjacent plotholders. You should also ensure that the frontage to your plot - either grass or red blaize - is kept neat and weed-free.
If you have any queries or concerns, please speak to one of the committee members.
Monday, 5 May 2008
Elytrigia repens
Are you troubled by couch grass? I am. Here are some tips on controlling the pesky stuff from the GARDENACTION website:
How to Remove Couch Grass without Weed Killers
Sunday, 4 May 2008
Draft Allotments Strategy
Land and Environmental Services have published a consultation strategy document. Responses are required by Friday 20th June 2008.
More details and the relevant documents are available here.
Saturday, 3 May 2008
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