Let's Plant.....

Motivation is good and community spirits high after another successful Carve. 

 So we decided to celebrate and use the September weekend for another event.

Foster a Fruit Tree was conceived.

Reuse Recycle

Bark!

A chance conversation with our local wood merchant at  Carve Carrbridge identified a source of uncomposted bark which could be used for paths between the raised beds. This ontop of cardboard is gradually replacing the carpets which have done an excellent job and the bark is idea to level out the bumps in the ground.

Plants and Planting

 The Herb bed is making great progress planting some herbs that we already had and some grown from seed. This includes Bronze fennel, dill, thyme, marjoram, oregano, parsley and feverfew.  Some picking has taken place by locals and campervan visitors alike. 

The Apple Trees

See above 

These are thriving and we have some developing apples. 
Adjustments to the Burnside row, weeding and additional mulching was carried out by Carrbridge Primary School eco project pupils with mini spades and forks bought for that purpose

Legals and Financials

The Asset Transfer continues to be a work in progress and we met with the Ward Manager and Council's Growing Officer to discuss our progress and  the community benefit. We were encouraged to applying for funding through the Community Regeneration fund  which is a 2 stage process administered by The Highland Council. We value the continued support from Carrbridge Ahead in pursuing this and arranging legal representation for when the time comes.