Preparing the Vegetable Garden for Winter
Tips on feeding, renourishing and protecting your garden soil
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Can I Save My Own Vegetable Seeds?
Watching robust, healthy-looking plants grow from seeds that you’ve saved and planted yourself is a very rewarding experience, and one gives you a fuller appreciation of the natural garden life cycle.
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Do Pumpkins Grow in Ireland?
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 really take for granted in this side of the world.
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Hungry Bin vs Hotbin (Composter Comparison)
One of the best vermicomposting units, head to head with one of the best insulated compost bins.
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Pickling Cucumbers - Types of Pickles
While people may have different preferences when it comes to cucumber pickles, generally speaking a successful pickle should have a crisp and crunchy texture, with the flavouring (or lack of flavouring) left up to the individual.
What are Green Manures?
If a follow-on crop isn't planned after harvesting (likely in autumn), it is important to cover the ground to prevent nutrients from being lost and the area becoming colonised with weeds.
How to Grow Your Own Mushrooms at Home
What are the best mushroom types to grow at home?
How to Store Root Vegetables
The main way that root vegetables can deteriorate after being lifted is from losing moisture: this is why carrots go rubbery or beetroot gets soft.
