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Make the most of September
September brings a change of pace — there’s still plenty to harvest and preserve, while the garden begins its gradual shift towards autumn. Start with these practical guides for the month.
September Reflections: A New Energy
September brings cooler nights, abundant harvests and a welcome burst of new energy. Join me in the garden, kitchen and everyday moments as summer slowly gives way to autumn.
September Garden Tasks: What to Sow, Harvest and Do This Month
September is anything but quiet in the vegetable garden. Discover what to harvest and sow, how to protect your soil and crops, and which jobs will prepare your garden for autumn, winter and next spring.
From Orchard to Jar: 4 Heavenly Pear Jam Variations
When my colleague brought over two buckets of freshly harvested pears, I knew I wanted to create something special beyond classic pear jam. These four heavenly pear jam variations capture everything from warm autumn spices to bright summer flavours, each bringing its own unique character to your breakfast table. Try the velvety Pear Jam with Spices featuring vanilla, ginger, and cardamom for cosy autumn mornings. The Pear Jam with Rosemary offers a fresh, herbaceous twist that’s perfect for cheese boards. For something sophisticated, the Pear Jam with Riesling adds subtle fruitiness and depth. And the kid-friendly Pear-Blueberry Jam with Cinnamon combines three seasons in one jar. Each recipe follows the same simple process and uses just a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re working with freshly picked pears or windfall fruit that needs quick processing, these creative variations will help you preserve the harvest in delicious new ways.
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September Reflections: A New Energy
September brings cooler nights, abundant harvests and a welcome burst of new energy. Join me in the garden, kitchen and everyday moments as summer slowly gives way to autumn.
September Garden Tasks: What to Sow, Harvest and Do This Month
September is anything but quiet in the vegetable garden. Discover what to harvest and sow, how to protect your soil and crops, and which jobs will prepare your garden for autumn, winter and next spring.
What To Sow in September: Vegetables for Autumn & Winter
September isn’t the end of the sowing season. Discover which vegetables you can sow now for autumn and winter harvests — and which crops you can start for an early harvest next spring.
Is Fermentation Safe? A Practical Guide for Beginners
Is homemade fermentation safe? This beginner-friendly guide explains why lacto-fermentation is one of the safest traditional preservation methods, how it protects your food naturally, how to recognise a healthy ferment, and when it’s time to throw a batch away.
August Reflections: Savouring Late Summer
August is a month of abundance, slower evenings and the first quiet hints of autumn. Join me for these August reflections as we celebrate seasonal living through gardening, preserving, simple self-care and making the most of late summer before the seasons begin to change.
What To Sow and Plant in August
August isn’t just about harvesting—it’s also the perfect time to sow and plant for the months ahead. Discover which vegetables thrive when planted now, how to prepare your beds for autumn and winter, and enjoy fresh homegrown produce long after summer has faded.
ABOUT SEASONAL SIMPLE LIFE
Hi, I’m Angela
I’m a gardener, home cook and enthusiastic experimenter with a weakness for preserving, sourdough, soapmaking and projects that send me down unexpected rabbit holes. Seasonal Simple Life is where I share practical guides and what I learn along the way — one project at a time.