vegetable growing

Creating a Microclimate in your Garden

Creating a Microclimate in your Garden

08.01.2025

What is a Microclimate? A microclimate is a small localised area that differs somewhat from the surrounding weather conditions, for example being warmer, … Read more

08.01.2025

Do Pumpkins Grow in Ireland?

Do Pumpkins Grow in Ireland?

26.09.2024

Pumpkins can be a bit of a challenge to grow in Ireland, as they require a long growing season with good levels of sunshine - something that we can't reall … Read more

26.09.2024

April Vegetable Seedling Care Guide

April Vegetable Seedling Care Guide

18.04.2024

The end of March and early April is approaching prime seed sowing time if we are starting indoors in seed trays or pots (for planting outside in May). I … Read more

By Andrew
18.04.2024

Types of Frost Protection in the Garden

Types of Frost Protection in the Garden

01.02.2024

Frost, or even the spectre of frost, is something that all gardeners are wary of. While some plants are more able to withstand a spell of cold temperatures … Read more

By admin
01.02.2024

The Benefits of Clover as a Cover Crop

The Benefits of Clover as a Cover Crop

10.08.2023

I had quite a few emails following my previous article on  mycogardening (gardening with fungi) and on my plans to make my garden more biodivers … Read more

10.08.2023

 French Intensive Gardening

French Intensive Gardening

13.06.2023

‘French Intensive Gardening’. Sounds kind of daunting, who wants gardening to be intensive? Me, I like to do a little burst of work here and there and take it ea … Read more

By daniel
13.06.2023

No Dig Garden Beds

No Dig Garden Beds

17.05.2023

Put that shovel away! No-dig gardening continues to grow in popularity with home growers and gardeners, but what does it actually involve? Will you need to sell … Read more

17.05.2023