Willowrise Gardens Podcast Chas Hathaway

The Global Weather Scene The Earth’s climate system is a complex and dynamic entity, influenced by an array of factors ranging from solar radiation to the unique topographical features of our planet. At the very heart of this system lies the concept of energy balance. The sun, as the primary energy source, drives weather patterns […]

A Tale of Renewal This is a fictional story as told by our prolific GPT assistant stringer, Henry Hawthorne. With Henry, we at Willowrise Gardens would like to wish all of you a lovely, prolific Christmas season. The Solitary Guardian In the frost-kissed quietude of my garden, where the snow lay like a pristine blanket […]

Winter in the food forest – it’s not just a time for cozy fires and hot cocoa, but also for some delightful garden adventures! Here’s a fresh post for Willowrise Gardens, all about what you can do and grow in your food forest during these chilly months. Winter Wonders in Your Food Forest: Staying Green […]

Welcome back, Willowrise Gardeners! Today, let’s dive into the heart of our gardens: perennial plants. Why are they so important? Well, they’re like the dependable friends in our lives – always there, year after year. But in the world of food forestry, their value goes much deeper. Perennials, unlike their annual counterparts, don’t need to […]

Welcome back, Willowrise Gardeners! As you know, here at Willowrise Gardens, we’re all about growing food plants of all kinds – from the traditional to the wonderfully wild. While our primary focus is on cultivation, understanding wild food plants can open up a world of possibilities for your garden. Today, let’s dive into some fantastic […]

Greetings, Willowrise Gardeners! Today we’re continuing our series on helping you decide what plants to consider for your food forest. One of these sources is wild food plants. But don’t let this scare you! You don’t need to be a rugged wilderness explorer to enjoy the bounties of wild foods. With the right knowledge, you […]