My New Allotment Plot! 🌷 Ep.1 🌷

[@janeb3024]

Watching this again a bit more than eight months later and, once again, I am absolutely astounded what you have accomplished this year, Seren. As you head into winter, feel proud of all you have done and enjoy the planning and tidying for next year!🌟👏

[@Limogi]

Just came back again from watching episode 31, to remind myself what you started with, Seren. Amazing, incredible transformation.

[@m0ther0ne]

I would have picked this plot too, not just because of the greenhouse, but all the usable material as in bins, netting, canes and pots, which all cost so much these days. I have subscribed to watch your journey.

[@serensgarden]

Yes! Exactly what I thought 🤭 Sooo many useful things I won't have to spend money on! Thank you 💖

[@lauriemichaud5509]

I also agree! Am looking forward to future videos and l also subscribed!

[@robinhall3347]

Just found Seren's Garden today, I agree with @mOtherOne about the masses of free garden material you've inherited in this plot. I've subscribed to watch the journey as well.

[@TRPGpilot]

Nope. First job is to clear out the lot of all that. It's an outdated idea that an alotment must look like a council dump with a failed recycling plan. My plot has nothing at all on it. Nothing besides the beds, with a neat grass border, the barn and 1 compost bin hidden discreetly behind the barn. My plot first looked like this when I took it on.

[@zumbawithcathya]

Newbie gardener here 👋 don’t have an allotment so living vicariously through you !! Thanks , first episode interesting, off to watch number two now !! Best wishes Cathy 🤗

[@tess1176]

It’s disgusting that people who have a love for growing can dump rubbish on another plot. Glad you’ve taken it on!🌱

[@ruthjohnson1001]

I bought allotment last year and my family and friends saw the state of allotment which was really bad. They told me to gave it up as believed I couldn't do it. I refused to gave up cos I want to push my limits with my vision of allotment. Few tidy up and move about, pick up and destroy weeds. Now this year, building plots and cutting grass all ready for first sowing. My family and friends are surprised that I can do it on my own. 😊 you can keep your dream to come true. ❤

[@32ewing]

Bought ??

[@nickgrimmer7274]

As a fellow allotment holder I know that some plots look like a jungle, but as you said with a bit of hard work, it’s your own little piece of paradise that you made, good luck with it.👍

[@patriciabrooks2981]

It's all there for you to utilise - it's just been very neglected. The compost looks great, the bins/buckets etc you'll find handy and there are some paths too. And your lovely greenhouse. More pluses than my site - real potential especially as you're obviously up for the challenge. Great to be able to follow your journey - keep posting please. Good luck!

[@serensgarden]

Yes! There are lots of positives about this plot 🥰 It'll be a lot of work, but worth it in the end! Thank you Patricia 💖

[@Cee1003]

We needed a mini digger to clear our one, I'd take that on any day as an easy job

[@krazmokramer]

Before it fell into ruins, it looks like someone had a very nice garden space, at one time. Looking forward to seeing your reclamation of this space. Good Luck! SUBSCRIBED

[@jennifercaskie3895]

You can do it! I watched Emma’s Allotment Gardening. She has one plot and got another that was messy. She worked diligently and got it ready for planting.

[@christasmicroflowerfarm2695]

Lots of useful things on that plot, with a bit of hard work it could become quite nice.

[@antoinetter6458]

You will get there. One step at the time. You are going to love it. (eventually!)

[@robineasby5328]

Can't understand how plots like this are allowed to get so bad. It looks like there is quite a bit you can use. I admire your positive attitude and looking forward to seeing how you develop your plot.

[@chasjm21]

I agree, with such big waiting lists they could just keep passing these plots on from one careful owner to another so they don't degenerate into this, somethings not right here.

[@steveboz5641]

Unfortunately, as a fellow allotment waitlistee myself, the people who run it are only interested in the money. I have walked round numerous plots unused in my area and am 167th on the list.

[@niclee1863]

The unused but paid for plot becomes the dumping ground for everyone else. Tale as old as time. Take it step by step so it’s not so overwhelming.

[@Asparaguspeas]

Hey Seren amazing job getting started on such a mess of a plot. Looking forward to seeing what you do going forward with the plot!

[@grumpy_poo]

Once you spend half a day organising all the compost bins , tidying the pots. and clearing the greenhouse, it will look 100% better.... then the dead vegetation ( don't strim cut it to control seed drop ) you will soon see progress... One bed at a time...

[@wolfdogos5274]

Congratulations on your allotment plot. I will be honest, your plot isn't in that bad state state all, compared to what I got offered in November (also my first allotment plot). I took it on there were no work done for over 6 years snd it was covered in crumble and small trees growing on it. You can do it, just don't look at all picture, work section at time and before you know it your plot will look amazing. I can't wait to see transformations. X

[@gardentothekitchenwithtracy]

Good luck with your new plot bit by bit you will get there. There was so much rubbish on my first allotment plot, 13 car loads to the skip later and lots of determination we got there in the end and you will to. Enjoy it ,Tracy 😊

[@serensgarden]

Woahhh! 13 trips to the skip!! That must have been exhausting 🤭 Thank you Tracy! 💖

[@deniseparrish1169]

So much usable stuff there that’s great!

[@zeifergaming]

Hi Seren, I just started my own plot this week. I have the same situation but it will be good result to see how we do iin the end! I will subscribe

[@lorainemcguire5795]

You have your work cut out but you also have a lot of freebies there your make great use off, good luck and enjoy 👍

[@danh9503]

You'll be rewarded for all your efforts :)

[@jamesrivis620]

Wow, looks like you have found a LOT of growing space ! I share your observation that other allotment owners have been using it as a dumping ground which you obviously will have to dispose of before planning your garden. I am 81 and have very fond memories of helping my foster gramps in his Yorkshire Moors allotment back in the late 1940's. Hopefully your friend will help you dump all the garbage !!

[@FreakUsOut]

So glad to stumble upon your channel! ❤

[@katerinakrskova5935]

Wow! Definitely a lot of work on your plot but it’s totally worth it! I had a lot of rubbish, about a ton of glass and some asbestos too on mine. Large glass sheets all over and also buried deep into the ground along the length of the fence and small pieces everywhere going 50 cm deep into the soil. It took me 3 months of every day work to clean it and about 20 trips of full car boot to the tip. Still finding pieces of glass to this day…

[@dtw9178]

Looks like the other allotment holders have used your plot as a dumping ground for their rubbish! Well done for taking on such a challenging plot, I’m sure you will do a fantastic job of clearing it out and making it a successful venture.

[@stevelee2787]

an old tale says a Robin visiting you is a distant family member wishing you well you laugh but who knows good luck😊

[@davidt898]

Good luck with the new plot Seren. Get your greenhouse sorted as you can raise some seedlings for the plot in the greenhouse while working outside, also somewhere to shelter during April showers. It might be worth your while to get a small shed for storage of tools, compost, pots, netting, etc. Best of luck. Rgds, david

[@serensgarden]

Hi David, thanks so much! Yes - getting the greenhouse sorted would have been a great place to start.. but I think I've gotten a bit over excited about clearing ground 😅 Greenhouse will be cleared this week! 🤞🏼I already have too many seedlings on my windowsills at home 🤣 thanks again!

[@lindasands1433]

I'd choose the greenhouse too! Once you've cleaned the plot, it'll be primo!

[@beccasbythebay]

Cant wait to see yall transform this allotment. Good choice with the greenhouse and looks like some treasures in there.

[@bamboo782]

Good job done. well done to you great ideas .can’t wait to next videos .Grow some fruit like raspberries ,gooseberries.

[@andreasteele2686]

Congratulations on your allotment, it is very addictive and am loving my plot. Little and often so doesn't become overwhelming x

[@georgemartin9618]

Congratulations on your new allotment Seren . Soo much free stuff all saving you tons of money. The water butts will be a life saver later on if there's a hosepipe ban . A girl can never have enough handbags, shoes or compost bins . The bin of twigs was probably kept for peas . Plenty of video ideas there to get your channel zooming up the charts. Best of luck and happy allotmenteering.

[@Kjs_interests]

All those containers!!!! Yes!!!

[@rhondafarmer4824]

Well done you for taking this allotment on, you will be surprized how rewarding it it be and sooner then you think. Perhaps plant a citrus tree or fruit trees if the plot doesn't have any. Berry bushes too. From new zealand.

[@unojayc]

Just use a Rotavator to till the grass. I think it has a lot of positives!..👍

[@ChrisWijtmans]

that looks satisfying to clean up and plant some berries. you and your brother have your work cutout for you.

[@karenyule3208]

It will be a great plot. Clear rubbish, tidy it up, and then you can see what you have. My first plot was as bad. I just spent time clearing rubbish and it made a difference. Looking forward to see it grow ❤

[@aliceloyallaleon]

Its insane how much rubbish is left! Mine was similar. Councils should help clear its actually no joke! Ground sheet left down has been my big problem

[@essiev6397]

I'm very interested to see what kind of paradise you're gonna make. We got our allotment in october, but it was all cleaned out and very well kept. In the nort-west of the netherlands. We call it our oase. The first things started growing and 3 days ago i could harvest the first 2 asparagus and handfull off snappeas. I cooked them and ate them as a appetizer.😂🎉

[@bbee674]

What a project. I took on a plot which was covered in weeds, brambles to above my shoulder height. Once we got rid of the weeds we found a green house so full it it was a cupboard of rubbish. Then we finally cleared that and started to dig it over, whereupon we found bags of buried rubbish and a carpet. Underneath the carpet was very interesting. We found rubbish dating back from WW2. There was also the remains of an air raid shelter. It was such hard work. Don't be disheartened- rubbish removal is not gardening!! It is so worth having an allotment.

[@MadHuegetts]

well done so far ive had my allotment 4 years now and mine was in a real state when i got it and its now amazming and grows me lots of food. Goodluck and Godbless

[@debrascott8775]

Love this! Can't wait to see how you tranform this allotment!

[@tecmow4399]

You did loads! You’re not too far off having an area ready now 😊 also I think we have the same Amazon basics tripod. That and a plot full of rubbish sounds like enough in common to share a KZbin friendship 😊

[@serensgarden]

Thank you so much! Getting there.. slowly 😅 haha - trusty tripod! Yay! I look forward to seeing what you get up to on your plot next! 😄

[@debradevine3949]

Really nice work! It will be brilliant!

[@veg.patch.diaries]

I would have picked this one too. Hard work, definitely - but having a greenhouse and a pond already in situ is amazing!

[@serensgarden]

Yes, having the pond as well is excellent! 🐸

[@user-lw3xc5zc9e]

What an exciting project for you! Once you have cleared it and got rid of all that plastic, I think you will realise you have quite a few treasures there that will save you money. The greenhouse looks great! Looking forward to seeing how it all progresses. Good luck with your channel. I think a lot of people, like me, will enjoy following your journey. In the future you will really enjoy watching these first videos! All the best! Justine

[@serensgarden]

Thank you so much Justine! 💖💖💖

[@secretanorak592]

Just taken on my first allotment today. Thankfully had a choice of 4 so took the one which suited my needs. Good luck pulling yours around.

[@serensgarden]

Thank you! Good luck with your new plot too 😄

[@nikyssquarefootgardenincan150]

Great start!

[@Beingmemyselfi]

Seren you are amazing! You have taken on a huge job so you’re doing exactly the right thing taking it one bite at a time. Not to mention vlogging it all as well! I look forward to seeing the gradual transformation. I can’t imagine taking this on when I was your age! From an old English lady in New Zealand ❤

[@serensgarden]

Thank you so much for leaving such a kind comment! 🥲💖 I hope you will enjoy following along 💖

[@bizzygeernaert-davies8306]

What a project! I look forward to seeing what you do with it. Good luck. 😊

[@myrustygarden]

Wow very daunting and I’m shocked the council let it get this bad. But I’m sure you will do fab, start slow clear areas as you go and don’t get overwhelmed. You will be shocked once you get tarted how fast it goes. Look forward to seeing your progress, Ali ☔️☔️🇨🇦

[@serensgarden]

I know, it is such a shame 😔 It'll be a big job but worth it in the end! Thank you Ali 💖

[@TheGrowUpChannel]

I'm not shocked you're here Ali 😂😂

[@Melicoy]

Just get on it girl!

[@sandrawoodall6545]

Hi nice to see you,just found your video and am looking forward to your development off your new allotment. Good luck to you.😊

[@maryalcock9451]

That’s something to get your teeth into 😅 take lots of photos so you can appreciate later the work you have done and like you’ve done break it up into sections and go a bit at a time so it doesn’t overwhelm you. Looks to be good soil on the allotment 👍 good luck 😊

[@brookeolsen4128]

Well done with your progress so far! Your plot reminds me of when I first got my plot, plastic everywhere! I am still finding bits of plastic even now 18 months later as broken bits just get buried 😢 You've got a big project ahead of you but I'm sure you'll smash it and make it your own special space 🤗 xx

[@byamiee]

I can't wait to see what you do with the plot! 🌷🌱

[@serensgarden]

Awh thanks so much Amiee!! 🥲 It's an exciting project hehe 🌷

[@janeb3024]

Well done, you, for taking this allotment and turning it into what it is meant to be. Yes, it will take time and a lot of energy but it is going to be fabulous!

[@markturner6755]

Other allotment users dumping rubbish? I know it happens but still fills me with dismay. We are all meant to support one another and to think that some of the people that you meet there will smile and welcome you and watch your numerous runs to the tip knowing that some of that waste will be theirs. Lots of potential there. Best of luck with your endeavours and I wish you many years of enjoyment.

[@serensgarden]

I know, it is very sad indeed ☹ I wouldn't dream of dumping my own rubbish on someone else's plot!! 🤣 Thank you so much Mark!

[@LeeTurner-u7y]

I love my plot its mentally soothing

[@lynfalienergy4781]

I would've chosen this plot, too. I see a ton of potential for this plot. Once you start removing weeds & clearing away the junk you don't want I think you'll be happily surprised how quick the transformation goes. Research that type of compost bin & get to know what's good to add & what to stay away from. I'm excited to see what you do with the tub for a water garden. And the greenhouse! What a bonus! I think your plot is the best one there! Am excited to watch you transform it into a beautiful little paradise. 💚💚💚

[@toddy3770]

Keep the pond ,good for wildlife

[@rosee941]

You have a great eye... there are lots of good features in this mess of a plot... well done for seeing the value underneath!!

[@susannasanzaro8773]

Hi New subscriber form Australia. Think this is awesome. Love all the things you can reuse in this space. The greenhouse is definitely a winner. Day off work today so going to binge watch the rest of your vlogs. How big is your allotment? and how many allotment in this communal garden? Thanx Susanna

[@serobinson1]

❤

[@li1741]

Lol this is a ready made allotment you've got everything you need just a bit of graft. Not everything comes polished on a silver platter get stuck in enjoy it and learn lots 😊

[@acarmlife]

So excited to see this plot coming together and being turned into a dream space!🫶🏻🌸🌱

[@serensgarden]

Thank youuuu Carm 🥲 I'm so excited to get planting in spring!! 🤩

[@LeeFrancis-f6y]

Invest in a sheen flamegun and a good quality rotavator. Salvage compost bins etc, but clear the plot of all debris, burn the scrub clear and then you can see what youve got. Rotovate to get the ground even and level, put your paths and infrastructure in, and grow away to your hearts content. Dont compost any of the weed off the plot, burn it, get rid of the bath/pond.

[@jennibatten630]

Take your time and enjoy the process! Lots of usable stuff there and although it will take time to clear the rubbish you will be growing stuff before you know it 😊

[@YorkshireSerenity]

How exciting. Super excited to follow you on your journey! Your hair is absolutely gorgeous!! ♡

[@GeorgeVatmanidis]

Great start, and great choice of plots. The greenhouse is in great shape. The compost bins are many, not to mention whatever else you cleaning will uncover. Your journey has begun with the first step. I have subscribed to watch your journey. Strength!

[@mwillis7791]

So excited you got an allotment!! This isn’t really something that is done where I live but I think it is so wonderful!

[@A-contented-Aussie-life]

All of those weeds and dead matter are an amazing start to your compost. Nettles in a bucket of water over a few weeks and you will have liquid nitrogen.. free fertilizer! Do potato's in some of the buckets and then you can just tip them up at harvest time.

[@douglasbyers3094]

Now that's what you call a project. But you are going to feel sssooooo good when it's licked into shape. Don't give up!!!

[@berteisenbraun7415]

I think that is a good Plot! lots of good stuff on it

[@davidmiller6504]

Looks promising. weeds = fertile soil. My plot was just as bad. The first year is best just clearing the rubbish, testing the soil and making a long term plan. With a large plot I covered most of it to suppress weeds at the beginning, working a little bit at a time, double digging to remove perennial weeds and incorporating organic matter. We now have a polytunnel, fruit cage, top fruit area , extensive composting and have moved to a raised bed system (easy to work and manage). Gradually moving to a no-dig method as compost becoming available. Weed killer and covering would have made life easier but I garden organically. Worth the effort-now mostly disease and pest free. We are mostly self-sufficient on veg and the freezers are packed with soft fruit and chopped tomatoes. One tip would be to grow spuds in large buckets as the crop comes out clean and is easier to harvest (you could place this over covered areas in the early years).Home grown tastes so much better!

[@LeeTurner-u7y]

People need to keep.on top of these

[@marksummerland9056]

Set your self a realistic goal of what you want to achieve each visit to your plot, Don't jump from job to job or you Will soon become disheartened 😑. Remember owning an allotment plot is a Marathon not a Sprint, but when you get there it is very rewarding 😁🌱🍅🍓.

[@mrv8rick2]

Hi thats quite good where I am the vultures ( The clique) circle when they think someones leaving anything that looks of any use goes and like you trash gets dumped. You get the quetion is Charlie OK, what they mean is I have my eye on that LOL I have seen a lot of peeps come and go. Don't set any targets or it will become a chor just go and enjoy it rather than treat it as a job . Get some Tom plants in Greenhouse in May and just plod along with the rest for this year

[@carolsuch5646]

Just subscribed so I'll look forward to your journey. It takes a lot of courage to start like this, so well done so far, it's good that you have so many compost bins and good that you're going to use everything that's usable.

[@Sezicoolcat2]

What a great plot. Lots of potential. Have subscribed as I would like to follow your journey

[@BumblebeeAdventure]

🐝Thanks for the great video🌻subscribed

[@simongadsby8436]

Hi, I recently got my first allotment like yours mine had not been worked on for a few months so was in a similar condition to yours, plus I took on the full plot and before had been split into a half plot and two quarters so have a few water butts/compost bins and normal bins to deal with also So looking forward to more of your videos and good luck with it all

[@rosebeattie8516]

I took on a plot which was in a state of neglect years ago. Don’t try and get the whole plot sorted in one hit. Give yourself a plan of what to do on each visit otherwise you will be overwhelmed. Put all the equipments together. Good luck, look forward to seeing how the plot develops.

[@Edward-turtle]

if its been left for so long im surprised the others on there havnt had the good stuff away

[@markshaw5835]

Make a good compost bins and use all yhe green waste to compost make a good compost for next year, get a bed or 2 so u can grow some food.

[@susiespearing6165]

All of those bins will come in handy since compost is the biggest cost for any allotment .

[@serensgarden]

That is very true! Hopefully I can make lots of compost this year 😀

[@ronhope3970]

Doesn't look too bad a couple of days to clear it and then sorting your beds out as you move along, would've been tempted to go up late ish and get a fire going for most of the rotten timber either that or place it in the bottom of a future raised bed...I'm sure you'll have it sorted in no time...enjoy.

[@maureenmoran5465]

Wow this is going to be a great journey! I will be watching and have subscribed only found your channel today, good luck 🤞

[@ggwildlife]

ok *SUBBED* looking forward to the journey!

[@gracieshomeandgardens5089]

Its gonnna look gorgeous

[@bevholton8905]

Hi I had a plot that was very bad too but 15 tip runs later, I turned the ugly into beauty . Enjoy it you will get so much out of it x

[@serensgarden]

Ahh! 15 trips?! So many! 🤭 Thank you so much - I hope it will be a beauty soon ha! 💖

[@bevholton8905]

@@serensgarden I think it was the dumping ground for everyone else, good luck with your plot x

[@Cypher-Six]

Tips for composting, whoever needs: Make sure you don't just yolo chuck all the grass and things in your compost bins, you have to get a good balance of green and browns otherwise you will just have a random bin of grass that doesn't do anything (what happens to most people), add in shredded paper and cardboard to increase heat (also counts as browns) as well as coffee grounds. Try and keep it balanced and less of 'this is garden waste so it can go in the compost bin', it does seem counter intuitive sometimes NOT putting the cuttings/grass in the compost, but sometimes you have to in order to keep it composting properly. Keep it as hot as possible and moist (not waterlogged), most peoples composting fails due to it being too dry. If it looks too wet you will need to turn it to dry it out more. You can get compost insanely quickly if you get the right balance.

[@jeanhelliwell8160]

I would ask for free rent till youve cleared the plot. My allotment gave me free for 6 months

[@dlewis895]

WHAT ABOUT ZUCCHINI ?? EASY LIKE PUMPKINS BUT GREAT FOR EVERYTHING

[@kmorley40]

I signed up for mine on the same day!!!🎉

[@serensgarden]

No way! Good luck with your new plot! 💖

[@ThatBritishHomestead]

I took on a really bad plot! And it's now fab! Still have an issue with weeds like docks stingers and bind weed. Much better now but not perfect with tlc

[@cpoco]

Great job getting started clearing it up. That black pallet type thing on top of the pond might be intended as a safety barrier?

[@meapantz1983]

Losds of conpost heaps amazing

[@nonamegiven2024]

best of luck. i really wish you the best but.. first issue ,I would say there is no site management or very bad mis management, Both options are a worry going forward. Theres a high chance other ppl turned these 2 plots down. I have limited experience of plot politics. Theres a chance that they just want you to clear the whole plot, cos they cant manage the area themselves. be wary

[@penelopecarpenter5166]

Clean the greenhouse and get seedlings going,tidy plot into order and set some beds,the rest can be done over time,paths and other beds

[@helenstewart2085]

It sort of looks like what happened to parts of my garden after a major accident three years ago, now its nearly back to being tidy, would have chosen the plot with the glasshouse and lots of useful gardening stuff.

[@delphine88313]

Subscribed from the US