OpinionOpinion byKem OrmondFeatures writer·The Country·5 Sep, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to readKem Ormond is a features writer for The Country as well as Coast & Country, covering all aspects of rural life.‌Using a planter basket is a good way to save space in the garden. Photo / Kem OrmondMy small sunny deck is covered in seed trays, and I love it.To me, it is the start of the growing season, and I am busy sowing seeds and planting seedlings.

While still early in the season, I have all my onions in the ground, and have planted a