Allotments are community run gardens which provide a great way to enjoy the outdoors and grow lots of healthy fruits and vegetables. Now more than ever allotments are so relevant to both climate change and sustainable activities in the UK.
At the much sought after Holywell Allotments in Watford the benefits of allotment gardening are also for many social reasons. Mental wellbeing and the provision of a healthy pastime have been very important amongst the local community here. But also, the lower costs associated with growing your own fresh, local, seasonal produce is a very real benefit.
In September 2020, Imperial College London found there was an extreme shortage of allotments in the capital, with researchers finding: “The mental, physical and community benefits of allotment gardening are invaluable to city dwellers". – MyLondon
In Watford, allotment owners Chris Burnham and partner Olga have recently retired giving them the time and attention needed for looking after their plot. They have been doing a great job now for over seven years as well as supporting other members of the community with their gardening pursuits.
“We grow the usual types of veggies, potatoes, courgettes, beans, onions, garlic etc. In addition, we also have on site two cherry trees, three apple trees, raspberries and blue berry bushes (not successful with them yet)!”, explains Chris.
Our customers like Chris and Olga are especially pleased with our range of composts or soil improvers and have frequently ordered Spent Mushroom Compost and Tree and Shrub Compost for their allotment.
Soils often lack the nutrients where fruits and vegetables need to establish their roots and reach their potential. Mixing in these soil-improving composts is the key to successful gardening and growing.
Here at Springbridge we wish Chris, Olga and their community continuing success with their allotment.
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