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  • Pruning Time!

    by Deborah Butterfield
    Pruning time in the Food Forest... aka my annual skirmish with Mother Nature! Armed with secateurs, loppers, and a pruning saw, I'm like a warrior....
    Posted in Winter

  • All About Calendula!

    by Deborah Butterfield
    Rainy day vibes at Tinui Food Forest! 🌂️ I'm stuck inside processing dried calendula flowers I grew and picked in summer. Removing petals from drie...
    Posted in Crafts, Edible flowers, Farm shop, herb, Winter

  • Free Plants!

    by Deborah Butterfield
    What's the secret to growing a lush garden without breaking the bank? I'm stoked to spill the beans! During the winter months, I'm like a plant ni...
    Posted in Propagating, Winter

  • Firewood plus...

    by Deborah Butterfield
    At first glance this is obvious- we've been gathering firewood. All good and this will keep us warm in winter. But the best bit- the trees were als...
    Posted in Nitrogen Fixing, Winter

  • Having a Ball!

    by Deborah Butterfield
    Having a ball! The weathers turned to custard and it's blimmin cold and wet! Which is fantastic news as I can conscience free stay inside and play...
    Posted in Crafts, Farm shop, Winter

  • Winter Solstice 2025!

    by Deborah Butterfield
    Winter Solstice 2025! Shortest day of the year for us here in Aotearoa- only around 9 hours of daylight. My main work in the Food Forest at this...
    Posted in Greenman, Snowflakes, Winter, Winter Solstice