An apple tree in the garden is one of the most satisfying food crops to grow and harvest. After a wonderful season of picking straight off the tree, the last ha...
Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, originating in India. There are over 100 varieties of cucumber, including the smaller pickling...
One of the most successful methods of increasing yield from small gardens is using the vertical garden area. Jane Griffiths shares her ‘3D’ gardening tips.
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Don’t throw away your kitchen scraps or go off to buy fancy compost – make your own at home and produce solid or liquid gold for your garden.
Not the most gl...
Gardening has exploded on TikTok, creating a community of young, resourceful new gardeners. But some of the DIY advice they spout just sounds too good to be tru...
In order for plants to thrive, soil should be well aerated, rich in nutrients and organic matter, and although free draining, it should still retain some moisture – but unfortunately this isn’t always the case...
Tomatoes are one of the most popular edible plants to grow for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. However, they can be tricky to get right, prone to a r...
Spinach and other similar greens are easy to grow and rich in essential nutrients.
In addition to spinach, there are other leafy plants that have a similar fla...
