Links
A selecton of links which might be helpful to anyone who is interested in allotments and gardening.
Seeds & Plants
www.budgetseeds.co.uk - This company specalises in smaller amounts so you can try something out at a cheaper price. Based in Darlington they encourage collection from their shop in the Chesnut Street area. They have produced a very handy wall chart to help you know what to plant and when, it can be download here: Sowing Calendar www.potatohouse.co.uk - A specialist in potatoes who grow them on their own farm, sell in small amounts and have lots of advice to help. www.seedsofitaly.com - Importers for the Franchi seed brand, the oldest family run seed company in the world as well as lots of other interesting products. www.suttons.co.uk - Founded in 1806, Suttons has over 200 years of gardening experience and a range covering every type of plant you could want. |
Construction
www.jmtimber.com - A local timber merchants who are very helpful.
Used by many Bellburn plot holders they will deliver direct to site for a small fee.
Used by many Bellburn plot holders they will deliver direct to site for a small fee.
Advice
www.gardenersworld.com - Lots of advice, ideas an inspiration from the team behind the magazine. www.allotmentonline.co.uk - A site run by fellow allotment holders who share tips, give advice and upload their own plot progress via blogs. www.rhs.org.uk/advice - Founded in 1804 the Royal Horticultural Society have collated a massive amount of information for growing just about every type of plant you can think of. www.allotment-garden.org - A useful site to help plan your year with monthly hints and tips about what you should be doing to get the most out of your plot. |