Early June planting notes
June 3The runners took well this year. Mulching with straw kept the berries clean, and the first flowers appeared nearly a week ahead of schedule.
A small-batch jam recipe
May 18One kilo of berries, 600 g of sugar and the juice of a lemon. Macerate overnight, simmer gently for twenty minutes, and skim as you go.
Which varieties hold up in the rain?
April 29After three wet seasons, firmer varieties with thick skins clearly outperform the delicate heirlooms. Notes and a comparison table coming soon.