First mowing

So far the year has been fantastic weather-wise, especially compared to last year. We’ve had rain, sun, rain, sun, and the last spell of sun has meant that we really needed to get on top of the grass which is growing like billy-o! We’re using the grass clippings to mulch around the base of the orchard trees to supress weeds – only about 1″ thick at a time until the clippings brown off without turning to sludge, then we’ll add more. I love this time of year – the winter drudgery is on the way out, things are beginning to look greener and order is returning.