Dundee's Food Growing and Community Garden Network

Earlier this year we applied for funding from the Action Earth Volunteering Matters fund for nature projects. One of our volunteers had suggested that we convert a border next to our old pond into a wildlife friendly space. We saw how many species were using the pond - dragonflies, pond skaters, frogs, birds - and wanted to increase this and welcome even more species to the garden. 

We foraged in the local Hilltown Park for pine cones, holly and conifer foliage.  We even managed to find some local holly with berries on it. 

At the end of the growing season there are often bits and pieces of fruit and veg left over.  There is no reason why this can't be used to be made into tasty preserves.  We held a fun afternoon event where we shared recipes and ideas for making jams and chutneys.  

We hold regular garden -related workshops and a very popular one is compost making.  It takes a bit of time but with a bit of effort you could be transforming your garden waste into a wonderful organic material to add back into your garden.