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West Cork is Ireland’s garden paradise

WCP Staff July, 2021

Gardeners everywhere love to complain about the weather…and the weather in West Cork often gives us something to grumble about! The very dry weather we had in March and April this year and the very cool weather in May have had many of us cursing. June has finally brought some […]

Enjoying the fruits of our labour

Jean Perry July, 2021

At last the hungry gap seems to be over. After a long cold spring the temperature is rising and the growth in the garden is really noticeable. We have had salad much of the time but now we can add new potatoes to the menu along with delicious French beans […]

Choosing flooring for your home

WCP Staff July, 2021

Whether it is a new build or a renovation, flooring is a major element and a big spend in any home and needs to be given careful consideration. My advice to clients is that you need to really love the flooring you choose, as it is not as easily replaced […]

Community Garden grows inclusiveness

WCP Staff June, 2021

The team at Clonakilty Community Garden has expressed its gratitude to Mike Deasy and his team of Tidy Towns’ volunteers for their fantastic support and hard work recently in helping prepare the garden for a visit from RTE’s ‘The Today Show. On this occasion, a simple request for bark mulch […]

Plant food

Noah Chase June, 2021

With so many products available for feeding your plants, it can be a bit daunting. Noah looks at the different options and which best might suit you and your plants needs. Most plants create meals for themselves in the form of sugar. This process is called photosynthesis (‘photo’ meaning light […]

Coastal plants of West Cork

WCP Staff June, 2021

Continuing the theme from last month, BirdWatch Ireland (West Cork Branch) committee member Fiona O’Neill, writes on her passion for wildflowers. During the past year, many people have become more attuned to birdsong and the presence of birds in their surroundings. Early summer is a good time to turn that […]

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