I have a soft spot for peas. They are easy to sow, look beautiful, are fascinating to observe as they climb and, of course, have a delicious sweet flavour. They ….Read more
Category: Growing Tutorials
Mulching is the key to a healthy garden
I have two books which are my vegetable growing bibles. One is Joy Larkcom’s ‘Grow Your Own Vegetables’ and the other is ‘Organic Gardening – The Natural No-Dig Way’ by ….Read more
How to Grow Herbs at Home
I guess it is important to say from the outset that herbs are very easy to grow. Considering what they add in flavour and how often you will use them ….Read more
Tips on sprouting or ‘chitting’ seed potatoes
As you can see from the image above our seed potatoes for this year have now arrived and are looking forward to going out to their new homes. We have ….Read more
Planting fruit in October
Growing your own fruit has to be the easiest, most satisfying and most joyous gardening pursuit. Yes, I am delighted when I fork out some nice straight carrots or creamy ….Read more
Planting Garden Bulbs
Flowering bulbs are ideal for container gardening or as part of a vibrant garden border. They are one of the easiest plants to grow and with a little careful planning ….Read more
How to Grow Climbing Peas and Beans
Climbing peas and beans are some of my favourite crops in the vegetable garden, they are the ones that epitomise Summer with their attractive flowers and lush growth. There is ….Read more
How to Create a Raised Bed Herb Garden
A raised bed can provide the perfect environment for creating a herb garden. It can be positioned anywhere that suits you and can be maintained easily. A selection of plants ….Read more
How To Make Compost
Get composting! Learn how to make compost in a few minutes. If you enjoy gardening you will inevitably end up with garden waste you need to get rid of while ….Read more
How to Germinate Seeds Successfully
A plant seed is created to grow and will perform that task admirably once given the opportunity. For successful germination seeds need a suitable growing medium, moderate moisture and warmth ….Read more