I live with my SO and three cats.

My day job involves arguing with computers (they often win), and most of my spare energy/time goes into the garden.

The little plot of land I have was abused by the previous owners, so the soil quality is both random (clay, sand and rocks in various parts) and fairly low. I'm in the process of improving it and seeing what I can get to grow.

My first year (2008) was mostly experimental. Next year I hope to be more organised and plant earlier (the local microclimate means I should be able to plant in early April, not mid May).

So far, it's just experimenting.

Zuchini, Cucumber, Potatoes and Thistles (at least that's what did well this year).

Carrots (inedible), Cauliflower (didn't flower), Brussel Sprouts (eaten by beetles), Peas (produced only a few).

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