To Autumn Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, Close bosom-friend of the maturing sun; Conspiring with him how to load and bless With fruit the vines that round the thatch-eves... read more →
Lavender (L. angustifolia and cultivars) The sweet scent of lavender is said to be one of the most readily recognized smells by people in the cooler northern climates – right... read more →
One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between Man and Nature shall not be broken. – Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) Our volunteers (L-R),... read more →
When we buried our lovely Smudge last week, we planted... read more →
Here are six homemade crafts/gift ideas that are easy to make and will definitely get you in the seasonal spirit. Making winter wreaths Bring the outdoors... read more →
As the autumn mists descend and the first really heavy rain and wind storms of the winter are upon us, many gardeners start thinking about seeds and seed saving. Actually,... read more →
Most people would agree that escaping the noise and pollution of the city to spend time in nature is a good thing. We all know we feel better in a... read more →
The 2019 calendar at Innisfree Farm is getting busy. Check out all the webinars, classes and retreats we are offering and make this the year you come to play in... read more →
With the steady rise of mental health issues, which is ever-present in the news at the moment, Mud Wellies has written a comprehensive guide that discusses why gardening is excellent... read more →
The Guardian newspaper in England this week reported on a new book that is re-writing the narrative on depression. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/jan/07/is-everything-you-think-you-know-about-depression-wrong-johann-hari-lost-connections Moving beyond the simple black and white thinking of mental... read more →