Our Scarecrow’s mandala garden is one year old and some weeds like sneaking in as we eat the veggies up. Aged grass clippings work perfectly to keep the seedling snug and warm over winter. The chickens patrol the borders to help deter snails and the geese poop uphill to maintain fertility. This garden was popular with people on our last open day because it showed them how much you can grow with fun in part shade.