Why I love mesh netting
My veg growing was somewhat transformed when I discovered that the local garden centre sold mesh netting by the metre. It has saved so many plants from pest damage over…
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Harvest ‘earlies’ when the plants start to flower
Depending on where you are in the country and when you planted your seed potatoes, it may be time to dig up some of the earlies. Leave the maincrops until…
Protect strawberries from birds, slugs and squirrels
If you’ve got a strawberry patch on the go, they may well be starting to ripen up now… make sure the pests don’t get to them first! The three main…
Feed and Water Tomatoes Well for a Better Crop
The number one mistake when growing tomatoes is under-watering them. When tomatoes don’t get what they need from the soil, they are more likely to split, more likely to get…
Why you’ll love mulching – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I think I bang on about mulching every single year, but with good reason… it is SO great! Seriously, it is a game changer. For those new to gardening and…
Getting the best from basil, parsley & coriander
These three herb plants are consistently the most popular from our range. In this article, we look at how to get the best results from each one, keeping them nice…
The next few weeks in the vegetable garden
As we creep towards the end of May, we thought we’d take a look at the next few weeks. There is still plenty of planting time, so don’t panic if…
Why I plant salad leaves in shade – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I’ve been planting this week. I have to say, I’m a bit disappointed by the chilly weather. I’m sure there was talk of a heat wave, but if it happened,…
Common Leaf Problems to Look Out For
It’s good to check your plants regularly for some of the more common problems so that you can give plants some first aid if needed. This article guides you through…
Do I need to harden off plants?
If your veg plug plants are due to arrive with you soon, you won’t need to harden them off. The temperatures are consistent enough now that the plants should be…
There’s time to start a container garden
Growing veggies and herbs in pots and containers is a good way to get started, and an excellent way to grow your own if you have a patio garden, or…
Discoloured leaves with newly planted seedlings?
If you see pink/purple tints on seedlings a few days after planting, or perhaps yellowing leaves, the chances are that your plants are not getting the nutrients and water that…