Empty Plot Anxiety – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
Does anyone else get Empty Plot Anxiety? (I made that up. It’s not a thing, but it should be.) I have written before that my favourite time to plant out…
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5 tips for giving plants a good start
After you’ve planted your veggies, it only takes a few weeks for them to get well established and a little more self-reliant. Up until that point, you can really help…
Planting Ideas for the next few weeks: late May to early July
Whether you are yet to plant out for the season or have been growing for a few weeks, the next few weeks bring plenty of opportunity to get plants in…
Watering & feeding veg plants over the summer
Your plants will have different watering and nutritional needs as we move through the summe. Have a read of this guide for some helpful tips that will give your veg…
Growing through biodegradable mulch film
This can be a good way of keeping weeds down and maintaining moisture levels in the soil. We take a quick look at some of the pros and cons, and…
Dealing with persistent weeds – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
So, I talked last week about how I had let my veg plot get a little (a lot) overgrown and wild and how I was working to restore it to…
Dwarf Beans for Smaller Plots
Dwarf beans are such a good choice for those with smaller plots – perhaps you’re growing just a few veggies in pots by the back door, or only have space…
The Next Few Weeks… (Planting Time)
Although it is still a little chilly, we are rapidly heading into May and peak planting time for the growing season ahead. There’s no need to rush or panic if…
Earthing Up Potatoes
If you’re new to growing your own veg then you may not know about the concept of earthing up. This short post will give you the low down. How to…
Plant tomatoes deep
If you’ve ordered upright tomatoes (all our varieties except Tiny Tim are upright varieties) then it is a good idea to plant them deep. This’ll help them to build a…
10 Ways to improve soil health
We like to encourage growers to recognise the importance of looking after the soil in gardens and veg plots. Growing our own food (and other plants) gives us a little…
How to Recover a Plot That’s Gone Wild – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
Hopefully, this post will serve as both inspiration and encouragement for someone else who has been feeling overwhelmed by the task of recovering an overgrown veg plot. As you can…