Growing onions and shallots from sets is one of the most rewarding things you can do in the garden. There’s something deeply satisfying about harvesting food you’ve grown yourself — and onions and shallots from sets are one of the easier crops to get right, even if you’re a complete beginner. This guide covers everything … Read more
Growing runner beans is one of the most rewarding things you can do in the garden. There’s something deeply satisfying about harvesting food you’ve grown yourself — and runner beans are one of the easier crops to get right, even if you’re a complete beginner. This guide covers everything from choosing the right variety and … Read more
Growing courgettes is one of the most rewarding things you can do in the garden. There’s something deeply satisfying about harvesting food you’ve grown yourself — and courgettes are one of the easier crops to get right, even if you’re a complete beginner. This guide covers everything from choosing the right variety and preparing your … Read more
Growing lettuce and salad leaves all year is one of the most rewarding things you can do in the garden. There’s something deeply satisfying about harvesting food you’ve grown yourself — and lettuce and salad leaves all year are one of the easier crops to get right, even if you’re a complete beginner. This guide … Read more
You don’t need a garden bed, an allotment, or even much space to grow brilliant strawberries. In fact, growing strawberries in containers can actually give you better results than growing them in the ground — fewer slugs, no soil-borne diseases, and you can move them to catch the sun. I started growing container strawberries because … Read more
Growing tomatoes in the UK is one of those things that sounds trickier than it is. Yes, we don’t have the Mediterranean sun. Yes, blight is a real threat. But with the right varieties, a bit of planning, and some basic care, you can grow tomatoes that taste vastly better than anything you’ll find in … Read more