How to Grow Sage from seed or cuttings in the UK
Sage is found worldwide and has over 800 varieties. Whatever the variety; sage is a must have in the garden for me. It sits quietly on its bush ready to...
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How to Grow winter Kale from seed in the UK
Kale is one of the easier to grow brassicas as it does not need full sun, tolerates cold weather quite well and is relatively free from pests and diseases. It...
When and How to Grow Melons from Seed in the UK
Melons are popular with gardeners who have plenty of space to accommodate the spreading vines under glass. A greenhouse or cold frame are needed in cooler climates but in warmer...
How to Grow Strawberries from Seeds or Runners
Strawberries can be grown in the ground, in hanging baskets or in containers. They are simple to grow and an easy and delicious place for kids to start their gardening...
How to grow Perfect Parsnips
Parsnips are a good vegetable for the gardening beginners as they require very little work and are easy to grow. Read on for full growing instructions.
How to Grow the best Salad Leaves
Growing Salad Leaves Growing your own salad leaves is SO easy and a great way to start if you want to grow your own food. The best thing about salad...
Potato growing in the garden - a step by step guide
About the Potato Potato flower Potatoes can be so cheap to buy, so why bother to grow your own? One reason is taste - the chance to get tasty tatties...
How to Grow Leeks from seeds - in the UK
What are they? Leeks, which are famous as the Welsh national emblem, are related to the onion but easier to grow. They are a must for vegetable growing as their...
Halloween special... Pumpkin Pie Recipe anyone?
From the pictures on Social Media it appears that this was a bumper year for pumpkins and squashes. I am sure that this was not without its difficulties, particularly keeping...
Growing early broad beans in pots
How to Grow Broad Bean Plants with Vigoroot Pots, Growlite Coir and Water Saucers Now I would like to share with you a new and rather different method of growing...
Growing Brassicas From Seeds
Growing brassicasCabbages, kale, kohlrabi, cauliflower, broccoli and Brussel Sprouts are all varieties of the same species of Brassica oleracea which is native to the Mediterranean. Brassicas thrive on transplanting and...
Growing Tomatoes - Make it a New Year Resolution
The snow is fresh and the climate unseasonably cold. We should be promoting Frost protection and ideas to keep your plants and seedlings warm... But let's look at growing tomatoes...