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About greenfingeredgeorge

Wildlife gardener studying Environmental Science at Stirling University

My Winterwatch News from RSPB Dearne Valley Old Moor

Last Saturday (10th Feb) the weather was a little wet and cold, but it didn’t dampen my excitement, as I was going to RSPB Old Moor. I had about 4 layers of clothes on, so I was nice and toasty. … Continue reading

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Up to now freezin’ February has been a whole lotta fun!

The freezing cold February weather might have stopped us spending loads of time in the garden, but it hasn’t stopped me from getting out and about this month. I think we’ve had every kind of weather already this month – … Continue reading

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What’s cooking, good looking??!!??

This weekend I’ve been helping Mum in the kitchen, where I made a Greek veggie dish, called Briam. Have a nosey at the video, it includes the recipe for lots of veggies you could grow yourself!

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My #BigGardenBirdwatch vlog – sit back, have a brew n enjoy!

This weekend has sped by, probably because I’ve squeezed so much in. If you didn’t know, it’s been the Big Garden Birdwatch and I went for it!

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Have a nosey at my first ever vlog

There’s not much going on in the garden at the moment, so I’ve had a go at creating my first vlog, with my co-star, Buddy I’ve never done one before, hope you enjoy it! Here’s a link to the RHS … Continue reading

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A Greener Garden by me, Green Fingered George

I was well chuffed to have been asked to write an article for the New Nature Magazine about some tips and advice for a greener garden. The article was inspired by the lecture I went to, given by the RHS … Continue reading

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HERE WE ‘GROW’ in 2018 !!!

I’ve had a really great Christmas and short break in Scotland. It’s been awesome to chillax and have a bit of time to myself, get outside and play with Buddy and my Christmas gifts. Hope you have had a great … Continue reading

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First taste of snow!

Given that he’s only 8 months old and from Cyprus, it was Buddy’s first taste of snow this weekend and he went absolutely mad for it!!

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Thanks Green Gardening Fans

Just a quick post to thank everyone for reading, liking, sharing and commenting on my last post about climate change the response has been mega and hopefully I’ve replied to each and every one of your fantastic comments – cheers … Continue reading

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London Calling……. climate change is declared, may the battle come down!

Last week ‘London was Calling’ as I was invited by the RHS to a science lecture; called ‘gardening with a mission’ it was all about Gardening in a Changing Climate. **This is a family blog as some things were really … Continue reading

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