<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Inspiration - Seezon UK</title> <atom:link href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/category/inspiration/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/category/inspiration/</link> <description>United Kingdom,GB</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:45:24 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.5</generator> <item> <title>Beetroot Hummus with Indian Spices</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/beetroot-hummus-with-indian-spices/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:45:22 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[beetroot]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spices]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=37340</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a delicious take on hummus?   Beetroot season is almost here, and for that occasion, here is a delicious beetroot hummus with Indian spices you are going to love! Recipe by @bejoyfood on instagram Serves: 4 people  Preparation time: 50min  Cooking time: 30min Ingredients: Method:</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/beetroot-hummus-with-indian-spices/">Beetroot Hummus with Indian Spices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Looking for a delicious take on hummus? </p> <p>Beetroot season is almost here, and for that occasion, here is a delicious beetroot hummus with Indian spices you are going to love! </p> <p>Recipe by @bejoyfood on instagram </p> <p>Serves: 4 people </p> <p>Preparation time: 50min </p> <p>Cooking time: 30min </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ingredients:</h2> <ul> <li>300g raw beet or 200g cooked beet </li> <li>100g canned chickpeas </li> <li>20g cashew nuts </li> <li>1 clove of garlic </li> </ul> <ul> <li>20g sunflower oil </li> <li>30g spreadable cheese </li> <li>salt, pepper </li> <li>1 teaspoon of spice mix: coriander, caraway, cardamom powder </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Method:</h2> <ol start="1"> <li>1. Peel the beet and cut it into small cubes. Cook it for about 20 minutes at high temperature. </li> </ol> <ol start="2"> <li>Then cook it in a saucepan for 10 minutes with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 2 tablespoons of water. For the cooked beet just cut it into big cubes. To make deceive cashew nuts in hot water for 10min. Meanwhile, remove the skin from the chickpeas for a softer texture (optional). </li> </ol> <ol start="3"> <li>2. Put all the ingredients in the blender. Blend to a smooth texture. Add a little cooking water if the texture is very thick. </li> </ol> <ol start="4"> <li>3. Arrange it on a soup plate, serve as an appetizer or as a spicy touch in a poke bowl. Hummus can be stored in the refrigerator for 72 hours. </li> </ol> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-SEEZON_Beetroot-hummus_4-1024x683.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-37341" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-SEEZON_Beetroot-hummus_4-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-SEEZON_Beetroot-hummus_4-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-SEEZON_Beetroot-hummus_4-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-SEEZON_Beetroot-hummus_4-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-SEEZON_Beetroot-hummus_4.jpeg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">@bejoyfood Beetroot Hummus with Indian Spices</figcaption></figure> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/beetroot-hummus-with-indian-spices/">Beetroot Hummus with Indian Spices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Magical Blueberry Cake</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/magical-blueberry-cake/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:37:25 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cake]]></category> <category><![CDATA[blueberry]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=37334</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a delicious and original cake recipe? This one is for you!  This magical blueberry cake by @bejoyfood is a must try! With 3 different textured layers, this cake will surprise you: a pudding texture at the bottom, custard in the middle and topped with a sponge cake. Whether you serve it at a […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/magical-blueberry-cake/">Magical Blueberry Cake</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Looking for a delicious and original cake recipe? This one is for you! </p> <p>This magical blueberry cake by @bejoyfood is a must try! With 3 different textured layers, this cake will surprise you: a pudding texture at the bottom, custard in the middle and topped with a sponge cake. Whether you serve it at a gathering with friends or savor it during a quiet moment of self-indulgence, this dessert is sure to leave a lasting impression. So follow this recipe and learn how to create it! </p> <p>Preparation time: 30min </p> <p>Baking time: 50min </p> <p>Resting time: 4h min/overnight </p> <p>Serves 4 to 6 </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ingredients:</h2> <ul> <li>125g fresh blueberries </li> </ul> <ul> <li>4 eggs </li> <li>150g sugar </li> <li>125g butter </li> <li>125g flour </li> <li>500g whole milk </li> </ul> <ul> <li>1 organic lemon </li> <li>1 pinch of salt </li> <li>1tsp water </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Method:</h2> <p>1. Preheat oven to 150°C. Separate whites and yolks. Melt butter and allow it to cool. </p> <p>2. Whisk egg yolks with sugar and water. Add melted butter and mix well. Add the flour and continue mixing, then add the warmed milk a little at a time to obtain a fairly liquid batter, almost like pancake batter. Grate lemon zest. </p> <p>3. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt, gently at first, then at a higher speed to obtain stiff whites. Add them all at once to the previous mixture, mixing very gently to avoid breaking them. The mixture should have two textures, liquid at the bottom and airy at the top, rather like floating islands. </p> <p>4. Butter a 22-24cm-diameter mould and line the bottom with baking paper. Place the blueberries in the bottom of the tin. Pour the mixture over them and bake at 150°C for 50min to 1h. </p> <p>5. Remove from oven and leave to cool, then place in the fridge overnight. It must be set before it can be unmolded. This cake is magical because it has 3 textures: custard at the bottom, crème anglaise in the middle and sponge cake at the top. </p> <p>Sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy! </p> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="682" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-magical-blueberry-cake-recipe-3-1024x682.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-37335" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-magical-blueberry-cake-recipe-3-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-magical-blueberry-cake-recipe-3-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-magical-blueberry-cake-recipe-3-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-magical-blueberry-cake-recipe-3-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-magical-blueberry-cake-recipe-3.jpeg 1999w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">@bejoyfood Magical Blueberry Cake</figcaption></figure> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/magical-blueberry-cake/">Magical Blueberry Cake</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Spinach & Smoked Trout Crepes</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/spinach-smoked-trout-crepe/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:31:24 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spinach]]></category> <category><![CDATA[trout]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=37328</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a light and delicious lunch or snack idea? Look no further than this Spinach and Smoked Trout Crepe Wrap recipe! This dish is the perfect combination of fresh ingredients and savory, smoky flavors. The delicate crepe wraps are filled with creamy spinach and tender smoked trout, making for a delightful and satisfying meal. […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/spinach-smoked-trout-crepe/">Spinach & Smoked Trout Crepes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Looking for a light and delicious lunch or snack idea? Look no further than this Spinach and Smoked Trout Crepe Wrap recipe! This dish is the perfect combination of fresh ingredients and savory, smoky flavors. The delicate crepe wraps are filled with creamy spinach and tender smoked trout, making for a delightful and satisfying meal. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, this Spinach and Smoked Trout Crepe Wrap is sure to become your new favorite! </p> <p>For 2 people </p> <p>Preparation time: 1 hour </p> <p>Cooking time: 15 minutes </p> <p>Recipe by @bejoyfood</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ingredients:</h2> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">For the crepe batter (makes 6 – 8 crepes)</h2> <ul> <li>200g wheat flour </li> <li>150g fresh spinach shoots </li> </ul> <ul> <li>30ml olive oil </li> <li>3 eggs </li> <li>200ml whole milk </li> <li>salt and pepper </li> <li>pinch of bicarbonate </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">For the toppings:</h2> <ul> <li>Smoked trout </li> <li>Avocado </li> <li>Cheese spread </li> <li>Various vegetables: cherry tomatoes, radish, cucumber, chives </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Method:</strong></h2> <p>1. Wash and drain the fresh spinach. </p> <p>2. Pour the flour and eggs into a bowl. Mix the spinach with the milk and olive oil. </p> <p>Then pour this mixture over the flour and mix to obtain a smooth paste. </p> <p>3. Cook the crepes in a hot crepe pan with a little oil. Set them aside. </p> <p>4. Place a little cheese spread on each pancake, followed by the smoked trout, then some fresh vegetables. </p> <p>5. Roll up and form a wrap. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Spinach-and-smoked-trout-crepe-wraps-4-1024x683.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-37329" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Spinach-and-smoked-trout-crepe-wraps-4-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Spinach-and-smoked-trout-crepe-wraps-4-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Spinach-and-smoked-trout-crepe-wraps-4-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Spinach-and-smoked-trout-crepe-wraps-4-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Spinach-and-smoked-trout-crepe-wraps-4.jpeg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">@bejoyfood Spinach and Smoked Trout Crepe</figcaption></figure> <p></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/spinach-smoked-trout-crepe/">Spinach & Smoked Trout Crepes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Strawberry, Ricotta & Basil Pizettes</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/strawberry-ricotta-basil-pizzettes/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:19:15 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[basil]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grow your own]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[strawberry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ricotta]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=37313</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re in the mood for a sweet and savory treat that’s easy to make and tastes like heaven, look no further than our Sweet Strawberry, Ricotta, and Basil Pizzettes. These delicious mini pizzas feature a crispy crust topped with creamy ricotta cheese, juicy strawberries, and fragrant basil leaves, making them the perfect blend of […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/strawberry-ricotta-basil-pizzettes/">Strawberry, Ricotta & Basil Pizettes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>If you’re in the mood for a sweet and savory treat that’s easy to make and tastes like heaven, look no further than our Sweet Strawberry, Ricotta, and Basil Pizzettes. These delicious mini pizzas feature a crispy crust topped with creamy ricotta cheese, juicy strawberries, and fragrant basil leaves, making them the perfect blend of flavors and textures. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a light meal, these pizzettes are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients and let’s get started on this tasty recipe. </p> <p>By @bejoyfood on Instagram </p> <p>For 6 people </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ingredients:</h2> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">For the pizza dough:</h2> <ul> <li>250g wheat flour </li> </ul> <ul> <li>15g fresh baker’s yeast </li> <li>150ml warm water </li> <li>50ml olive oil </li> <li>1/4 tsp salt </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">For the filling:</h2> <ul> <li>250g fresh ricotta </li> <li>1 egg </li> <li>30g light brown sugar </li> <li>1 sachet of vanilla sugar </li> </ul> <ul> <li>250g strawberries </li> <li>2 tbsp honey </li> <li>fresh basil </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Method:</h2> <ol start="1"> <li>Prepare the pizza dough. Pour the flour in a bowl. Make a hole in the middle, add the yeast, pour in the warm milk and let it rest for 5min while the yeast dissolves. </li> </ol> <ol start="2"> <li>Then add the olive oil and salt and knead for 5min by hand or with a food processor. The dough should be slightly elastic. </li> </ol> <ol start="3"> <li>Cover with a cloth and leave to rest for 1h30 near a source of heat or in the source of heat or in an oven previously heated to 40°C. </li> </ol> <ol start="4"> <li>Degas, form 6 small balls of dough and let them rise for another 1 hour. </li> </ol> <ol start="5"> <li>Then roll them out with a rolling pin and a little flour and let them rest for 30 minutes. </li> </ol> <ol start="6"> <li>Prepare the ricotta cream. Mix the ricotta with an egg yolk and the sugar and vanilla sugar. </li> </ol> <ol start="7"> <li>Wash, dry and investigate the strawberries. Wash the basil leaves. </li> </ol> <ol start="8"> <li>Bake the 6 pizza doughs at 200°C for 20min. Watch the cooking. </li> </ol> <ol start="9"> <li>Remove from the oven, add a nice layer of ricotta cream, add the cut strawberries, a drizzle of honey and the fresh basil leaves and serve warm as an appetizer or dessert. </li> </ol> <p>Enjoy! </p> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-recipe-strawberry-pizette-2-1024x683.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-37314" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-recipe-strawberry-pizette-2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-recipe-strawberry-pizette-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-recipe-strawberry-pizette-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-recipe-strawberry-pizette-2-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-recipe-strawberry-pizette-2.jpeg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">@bejoyfood Strawberry, Ricotta, and Basil Pizzettes</figcaption></figure> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/strawberry-ricotta-basil-pizzettes/">Strawberry, Ricotta & Basil Pizettes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Tomato, Pineapple & Coriander Gazpacho</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/tomato-pineapple-coriander-gazpacho/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:11:37 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gazpacho]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grow your own]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[growing herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[tomato]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pineapple]]></category> <category><![CDATA[coriander]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=37307</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a cool and refreshing recipe to beat the summer heat? Look no further! Our gazpacho is the perfect summer dish. Packed with fresh flavors and a smooth, chilled texture, it’s a delightful way to cool down on hot days. Made with fresh tomatoes, tropical pineapple, and a touch of zesty lemon, this gazpacho […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/tomato-pineapple-coriander-gazpacho/">Tomato, Pineapple & Coriander Gazpacho</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Looking for a cool and refreshing recipe to beat the summer heat? Look no further! Our gazpacho is the perfect summer dish. Packed with fresh flavors and a smooth, chilled texture, it’s a delightful way to cool down on hot days. Made with fresh tomatoes, tropical pineapple, and a touch of zesty lemon, this gazpacho is bursting with summertime freshness. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a refreshing drink, it’s the ultimate summer sensation that will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to embrace the season! <br> <br>Recipe by @bejoyfood on instagram <br> <br>For 6 to 8 portions </p> <p>Preparation time: 30minutes </p> <p>Resting time: 4hours </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ingredients: </h2> <ul> <li>600g tomatoes </li> <li>1 victoria pineapple </li> <li>1 shallot </li> <li>3 slices stale bread </li> <li>1 bunch coriander </li> <li>salt, pepper, red berries </li> <li>3cs sesame oil </li> <li>50ml coconut milk </li> <li>1 lime </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Method:</h2> <p>1. Start by rinsing the tomatoes thoroughly and then cutting them into large quarters. Also, finely chop the shallot. </p> <p>2. Remove the skin from the pineapple and cut into large chunks. </p> <p>3. In a blender, combine the tomatoes, pineapple, bread, coconut milk, coriander, and oil. Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and velvety consistency. Season the mixture with salt, red berries, and pepper. Add a dash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of zest. </p> <p>4. Refrigerate the gazpacho for a minimum of 4 hours before serving it as an appetizer or an aperitif. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="668" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Tomato-pineapple-Coriander-gazpacho-recipe-4-1024x668.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-37310" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Tomato-pineapple-Coriander-gazpacho-recipe-4-1024x668.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Tomato-pineapple-Coriander-gazpacho-recipe-4-300x196.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Tomato-pineapple-Coriander-gazpacho-recipe-4-768x501.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Tomato-pineapple-Coriander-gazpacho-recipe-4-1536x1002.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-Seezon-Tomato-pineapple-Coriander-gazpacho-recipe-4.jpeg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">@bejoyfood Tomato, pineapple & Coriander gazpacho </figcaption></figure> <p></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/tomato-pineapple-coriander-gazpacho/">Tomato, Pineapple & Coriander Gazpacho</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/lebanese-tabbouleh-style-stuffed-peppers/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:56:28 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recipe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[peppers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grow your own]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herb food]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=37296</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey? This Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers recipe fuses the rich flavors of Lebanon with a modern twist. Bursting with freshness and vibrant colors, this dish marries the traditional tabbouleh salad with stuffed peppers, resulting in a delicious mouthwatering fusion.  With just a handful of fresh, wholesome ingredients, […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/lebanese-tabbouleh-style-stuffed-peppers/">Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey? This Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers recipe fuses the rich flavors of Lebanon with a modern twist. Bursting with freshness and vibrant colors, this dish marries the traditional tabbouleh salad with stuffed peppers, resulting in a delicious mouthwatering fusion. </p> <p>With just a handful of fresh, wholesome ingredients, this recipe serves four and can be prepared in just 30 minutes!</p> <p>Recipe by @bejoyfood on Instagram </p> <p>Serves 4 </p> <p>Preparation time: 30min </p> <p>Resting time: 2h </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong> Ingredients:</strong></h2> <ul> <li>3 peppers </li> <li>100g raw bulgur </li> <li>1 bunch parsley </li> <li>1 bunch mint </li> </ul> <ul> <li>1 large tomato </li> <li>1 red onion </li> <li>1 lemon </li> <li>salt and pepper </li> <li>olive oil </li> </ul> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Method: </h2> <p>1. Start by cooking the bulgur according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Then let it cool. </p> <p>2. Clean all vegetables and dice tomatoes and red onion. Chop parsley parsley and mint. Cut peppers lengthwise in 2 and remove seeds. </p> <p>3. Mix all tabbouleh ingredients in a bowl and season with salt, lemon juice and olive oil. </p> <p>4. Lightly grill the peppers in a frying pan with a little olive oil until they crisp. Then arrange the tabbouleh in the bell pepper halves. </p> <p>Serve chilled to beat the summer heat, and get ready to savor the best of Lebanese and Mediterranean flavors in every bite! </p> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-seezon-recipe-Lebanese-Tabbouleh-Style-Stuffed-Peppers-3-1-1024x659.jpeg" alt="Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers" class="wp-image-37299" width="1024" height="659" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-seezon-recipe-Lebanese-Tabbouleh-Style-Stuffed-Peppers-3-1-1024x659.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-seezon-recipe-Lebanese-Tabbouleh-Style-Stuffed-Peppers-3-1-300x193.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-seezon-recipe-Lebanese-Tabbouleh-Style-Stuffed-Peppers-3-1-768x495.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-seezon-recipe-Lebanese-Tabbouleh-Style-Stuffed-Peppers-3-1-1536x989.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/XLarge-seezon-recipe-Lebanese-Tabbouleh-Style-Stuffed-Peppers-3-1.jpeg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">@bejoyfood Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers </figcaption></figure> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/lebanese-tabbouleh-style-stuffed-peppers/">Lebanese Tabbouleh-Style Stuffed Peppers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>10 golden rules for successful composting</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/10-golden-rules-for-successful-composting/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:47 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Zero waste & DIY]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Biodiversity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Gardening]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Compost]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Composting]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Zero Waste]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Eco Friendly]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=3934</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Rule 1: use waste from different sources well mixed together  Mixing these wastes regularly will help the process to obtain a better transformation into compost. When starting a compost, the trick is to bring a base of mature compost that will serve as leaven.   Rule 2: Shred all woody waste before incorporating it into the […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/10-golden-rules-for-successful-composting/">10 golden rules for successful composting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 1: use waste from different sources well mixed together</strong> </h2> <p>Mixing these wastes regularly will help the process to obtain a better transformation into compost. When starting a compost, the trick is to bring a base of mature compost that will serve as leaven. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 2: Shred all woody waste before incorporating it into the compost</strong> </h2> <p>Remember to shred your tree and shrub branches and break up the plant stems with clippers or by hand. This makes it easier for organisms to attack the compost, improves the mixing of your compost and accelerates the composting process. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 3: aerate the compost pile regularly</strong> </h2> <p>The first turning of your compost should take place between 2 and 4 weeks after the creation of the pile. This operation prevents the temperature from dropping and favours the activity of thermophilic bacteria and brings them the oxygen they need to work. It should be repeated every 3 to 4 weeks. </p> <p>Finally, aeration allows you to obtain a homogeneous mixture that favours close contact between the different wastes with complementary roles in the transformation into compost. </p> <p>To promote aeration of the compost, the trick is to create a chimney using a perforated PVC tube placed vertically in the centre of the pile. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3-1024x683.jpeg" alt="10 golden rules for successful composting" class="wp-image-3937" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3-150x100.jpeg 150w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-3.jpeg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 4: Have the right level of humidity</strong> </h2> <p>A compost pile that is too dry will cause bacteria to disappear or become inactive in the process. Only the fungi will be active. This results in the appearance of white mycelial filaments. </p> <p>A compost that is too wet reduces the amount of oxygen and causes rotting and the emission of a strong ammonia smell. Ideally, when you hold the maturing compost in your hand, no water should flow out, but you should feel the moisture. </p> <p>If your compost is too wet, add dry waste rich in carbon C. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 5: enrich and maintain your compost</strong> </h2> <p>Here are the different solutions: </p> <p>– Biological activators, rich in nutrients and micro-organisms. </p> <p>– Calcareous or magnesian amendment (dolomite) which is a real contribution in trace elements and has the virtue of neutralising possible bad smells. </p> <p>– Clay which favours the formation of the clay-humus complex for sandy soils. </p> <p>– Nettle or comfrey manure diluted at 10% if your waste is rich in carbon and dry. </p> <p>– Wood ashes which are rich in phosphorus and potassium. </p> <p>– Organic nitrogen of animal origin (blood, roasted or ground horn) in order to restart the fermentation and raise the temperature and thus kill parasites and phytopathogenic fungi as well as weed seeds. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 6: if necessary, provide a pre-composting pile</strong> </h2> <p>In case of a large amount of waste, provide an area for storage, shredding and mixing. </p> <p>Cover the central part of the pile with straw, soil or a porous tarp. This will allow air and water to pass through. Remove when turning the pile. </p> <p>The larger the pile, the better the temperature rise and therefore the speed of composting and destruction of disease germs. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 7: sieve the compost</strong> </h2> <p>Not all the waste will be completely transformed during the first compost. It will be enough to sift it and reincorporate it in the next compost pile. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 8: How do you know when compost is mature?</strong> </h2> <p>The transformation of compost takes between 5 and 12 months, depending on the period and the materials to be composted. The initial pile will have shrunk by about two-thirds and will be concentrated in mineral nutrients. </p> <p>Clues to know if your compost is ripe: </p> <p>-The compost remains at room temperature and therefore no longer rises in temperature. </p> <p>-Small red worms are becoming more and more numerous and will be replaced by earthworms once the compost is completely ripe. </p> <p>-It is no longer possible to recognize the origin of the different materials and initial waste; they have become crumbly, dark brown in color, with a lumpy consistency and a pleasant smell of forest soil, of humus. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-2-1024x683.jpeg" alt="10 golden rules for successful composting" class="wp-image-3935" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-2-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-2.jpeg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 9: How is the compost used?</strong> </h2> <p>Several possible uses: </p> <p>-Bedding plants and flowerbeds: spread in large handfuls at the base then incorporate superficially by scratching. </p> <p>-Potted plants: replace the surface substrate with your compost. </p> <p>-Shrubs, fruit trees, perennials, rose bushes: spread as a mulch </p> <p>– Vegetables : spread in big handfuls at the foot then incorporate superficially by scratching or incorporate into the soil before planting. </p> <p>– Poor soils: spread the compost at a rate of 10 to 20 litres per m² and incorporate it into the soil. </p> <p>– Turf: scarify the soil and then spread the compost on the turf. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rule 10: the right tools and equipment </strong> </h2> <p>– Fork to turn and aerate </p> <p>– One or two silos </p> <p>– Tarp with eyelets </p> <p>– Layer thermometer </p> <p>– Wheelbarrow </p> <p>– Shredder </p> <p>– Perforated PVC pipe to serve as a chimney in the centre of the pile </p> <p>– Watering can </p> <p>– Container to collect kitchen waste </p> <p>– Sieve </p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/10-golden-rules-for-successful-composting/">10 golden rules for successful composting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Garden Inspiration: Kew Royal Botanic Gardens</title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/kew-royal-botanic-gardens/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:36 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel diary]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Garden]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel Diary]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Kew Gardens]]></category> <category><![CDATA[London]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Biodiversity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Royal Gardens]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=3865</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Kew Royal Botanic Gardens: the most biodiverse place in the world  Thirty minutes from central London, the Kew Royal Botanic gardens is the most biodiverse place on earth. This garden allows all visitors to discover flowers and trees from around the world and learn about the country’s history and the Royal family.   Numerous beautiful sites […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/kew-royal-botanic-gardens/">Garden Inspiration: Kew Royal Botanic Gardens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Kew Royal Botanic Gardens: the most biodiverse place in the world</strong> </h2> <p>Thirty minutes from central London, the Kew Royal Botanic gardens is the most biodiverse place on earth. This garden allows all visitors to discover flowers and trees from around the world and learn about the country’s history and the Royal family. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="718" height="718" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-70.png" alt="Kew Royal Botanic Gardens" class="wp-image-3866" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-70.png 718w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-70-300x300.png 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-70-150x150.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Numerous beautiful sites in one garden</strong> </h2> <p>This garden is without a doubt one of the most beautiful gardens in the world, with lovely ornamental gardens, an extraordinary diversity of plants and over 14 0000 trees. </p> <p>This Royal Garden allows you to travel the world through biodiversity and time travel through different significant periods in garden designs. </p> <p>Different parts of the garden are dedicated to different varieties of plants and areas of the world. Stroll through the waterlily house and enjoy waterlilies from around the world. Then enter the palm house, an incredible glass structure that holds a diversity of plants from tropical regions. Continuing to Davies Alpine house, grows a variety of flower from the alpine regions. The Princess of Whales Conservatory is a complex glasshouse that allows you to walk through different climates and see how landscape changes starting in the desert and ending in a rainforest. </p> <p>You won’t be disappointed by the Treetop Walkways, a path that lays 18 meters high so you can enjoy the view of magnificent trees from a bird’s eyed view, it is truly a unique opportunity! </p> <p><img decoding="async" src="blob:https://www.seezon.co.uk/3dffb397-347d-46c1-97d8-32bccaf978b3" alt="Une image contenant herbe, arbre, extérieur, parc Description générée automatiquement"></p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>A garden greatly influenced by the Royal Family</strong> </h2> <p>The Kew Royal Botanical Garden was developed in the 16<sup>th</sup> century due to royal influence. Walking through this garden, you will be presented with a lot of buildings built in honor of members of the royal family (such as the pagoda built for princess Augusta, or King William’s temple built in 1837 for Queen Victoria in memory of William the 4<sup>th</sup>). This garden displays landscapes with layers of history and heritage. A true outdoor museum! </p> <p>An important structure of the garden is the Kew palace, a small palace made from red bricks where the royal family spends a few days when they need a calm and peaceful getaway. </p> <p><img decoding="async" src="blob:https://www.seezon.co.uk/76d48242-a18a-463d-8f5b-a6a957fe0578"></p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Kew, a fight for biodiversity conservation</strong> </h2> <p>Kew Gardens aims to protect biodiversity in this age of extinction for the benefit of our planet and humanity as it is key to our existence (to provide food, oxygen, fibres and fuel). On top of its breath-taking landscapes, the Royal Gardens is the world’s leading organisation in plant and fungal science thanks to the diversity of plants, research and equipment it holds. When walking through the waterlily house, you can see a couple varieties that do not exist in the wild anymore. These gardens are key to conservation. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/kew-royal-botanic-gardens/">Garden Inspiration: Kew Royal Botanic Gardens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>What is Eco-gardening? </title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/what-is-eco-gardening/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 10:59:52 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Zero waste & DIY]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=3970</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Eco-gardening is sustainable gardening inspired by nature…  Eco-gardening considers the interactions between the different living elements of the garden: soil, plants, water, whilst encouraging the presence of living elements that we consider useful, such as beneficial insects. They regulate those that are considered harmful (such as aphids). Eco-gardening requires a holistic approach to the garden […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/what-is-eco-gardening/">What is Eco-gardening? </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eco-gardening is sustainable gardening inspired by nature… </h2> <p>Eco-gardening considers the interactions between the different living elements of the garden: soil, plants, water, whilst encouraging the presence of living elements that we consider useful, such as beneficial insects. They regulate those that are considered harmful (such as aphids). Eco-gardening requires a holistic approach to the garden with the implementation of cultural methods and the use of alternative solutions and biocontrols. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15-1024x683.jpeg" alt="What is eco-gardening?" class="wp-image-3972" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15-150x100.jpeg 150w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-15.jpeg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Here are our 10 tips to get started, and get started with eco-gardening</strong> </h2> <p>1 – Place your plant in the best conditions: you must place your plant in the best conditions (soil, climate, proximity with “friendly” plants) and consider its requirements so that it can defend itself against all external aggressions. </p> <p>2 – Choose species adapted to your region: choose species produced locally and adapted to your region and consider the different soils and exposure of your garden. Remember that in every place in your garden there is a plant that will do well there, but that same plant will not grow everywhere in your garden! </p> <p>3 – Remember to feed your soil, and therefore the plants: bring to your soil exclusively natural fertilizers, and always make sure it is covered by plants or mulch, like in the forest! The soil is a real composting factory for the organic matter you bring to it, it is alive. </p> <p>4 – Combine your plants: apply the principle of plant associations, which is called companionship. Some plants work well together and others not so well. </p> <p>5 – Think about crop rotation: in the vegetable garden, don’t grow the same families of vegetables in the same place several years in a row: crop rotation will avoid depleting your soil of certain nutrients and will limit pest populations. A pest that finds its host plant every year in the same place will multiply more easily. </p> <p>6 – Restore the balance of the fauna: favor the arrival of auxiliaries, ladybugs that avoid the invasion of aphids, birds by placing nesting boxes or by creating shelters in your garden, by planting attractive plants for them… and avoid the invasion of pests by keeping them below the nuisance threshold. </p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="850" height="1024" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-14-850x1024.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-3971" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-14-850x1024.jpeg 850w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-14-249x300.jpeg 249w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-14-768x925.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-14-1275x1536.jpeg 1275w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-14.jpeg 1328w" sizes="(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px" /></figure> <p>7 – Create a diversity of environments: cultivate a multitude of different plant species which, in turn, will be living places for a multitude of animals. -Your garden can host a fantastic plant and animal biodiversity! The objective is not to eradicate them because in this case the beneficial insects would leave your garden and leave the field open to a new invasion, in other words, to avoid damage from aphids, have aphids to feed your ladybugs! </p> <p>8 – Create a watering hole: even a small pond of one or two square meters with aquatic plants will constitute a fabulous ecosystem! </p> <p>9 – Observe your garden: know your garden well in order to intervene more in prevention than in cure. </p> <p>10 – Prevent rather than cure: use preventive products, biocontrol products by respecting the doses and conditions of use. </p> <p>Eco-gardening is a sustainable association between you and your garden with reciprocal benefits. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/what-is-eco-gardening/">What is Eco-gardening? </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Ways to reuse your wood ash </title> <link>https://www.seezon.co.uk/ways-to-reuse-your-wood-ash/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seezon]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 10:59:40 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Zero waste & DIY]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Gardening]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wood Ash]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Natural Gardening]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Organic Gardening]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reuse]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Eco-friendly]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Garden]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.seezon.co.uk/?p=3964</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>What are the benefits of wood ash in the garden?     What wood ash to use in the garden?   How to use wood ash in the garden?   Where to spread the ashes?   • Spread the ashes on the lawn.   • Spread the ashes in the vegetable garden on bulb vegetables (such as, onions, garlic and […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/ways-to-reuse-your-wood-ash/">Ways to reuse your wood ash </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What are the benefits of wood ash in the garden? </strong> </h2> <ul> <li>Wood ash is very good for the soil. Indeed, it is rich in minerals such as phosphorus, silica, but also in trace elements, calcium and potassium. </li> <li>It favours the bloom of fruit trees, so it can be spread at the foot of them and bedding plants in the spring or at the foot of citrus trees in autumn to support the bloom and enhance fruit yields.</li> <li>Wood ash also helps to correct acidity of the soil. This is why wood ash is not recommended for soils with a very basic pH (such as limestone), or for plants that like acidic soil (for example, raspberry, rhubarb, blueberries and potato).</li> <li>Wood ash is compostable in small quantities. Because of its high limestone content, it could hinder the bacterial activity of the compost and slow down the decomposition of the discarded peelings. </li> </ul> <p><img decoding="async" src="blob:https://www.seezon.co.uk/2c6280f3-3a7b-4664-8752-ec0f05540b45"> </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What wood ash to use in the garden? </strong> </h2> <ul> <li>You must use ashes from burning plants or untreated, unpainted and unvarnished wood. </li> <li>However, it cannot be used if you have used chemical fire starters, painted or varnished small wood, plywood scraps to start your fire. </li> <li>If this is the case, you risk contaminating your garden with toxic substances which will be reflected in your plate when eating fruits or vegetables. </li> </ul> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="521" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-13-1024x521.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-3967" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-13-1024x521.jpeg 1024w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-13-300x153.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-13-150x76.jpeg 150w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-13-768x391.jpeg 768w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-13.jpeg 1100w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>How to use wood ash in the garden? </strong> </h2> <ul> <li>First, make sure that the ashes are completely cooled down and sift them to remove the big pieces. </li> <li>To store them, we advise you to put them in waterproof bags in a dry and sheltered place. If they get wet, they will become unusable. </li> <li>Spread 2 big handfuls of ashes per m² per year. Beyond that, you risk unbalancing your soil and to asphyxiate it! </li> </ul> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="655" height="490" aria-hidden="true" src="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-12.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-3965" srcset="https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-12.jpeg 655w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-12-300x224.jpeg 300w, https://www.seezon.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/02/image-12-150x112.jpeg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Where to spread the ashes? </strong> </h2> <p>• Spread the ashes on the lawn. </p> <p>• Spread the ashes in the vegetable garden on bulb vegetables (such as, onions, garlic and shallots), around tomatoes, beans, peas and between vegetables. </p> <p>• Spread the ashes in flower beds, it’s great for flowers, such as, roses and peonies! </p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk/ways-to-reuse-your-wood-ash/">Ways to reuse your wood ash </a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.seezon.co.uk">Seezon UK</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>