Where to store pumpkins & winter squash
Once harvested, winter squash and pumpkins will usually store for several months. But you do need to keep it in the right place, which is not a cold, dark &…
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A few more tips for Borlotti Beans…
Last week we covered drying and storing Borlotti Beans, which prompted a few more queries about how to cook with them and whether you can freeze them fresh. Here’s the…
Protect autumn plants from slugs & snails
The wetter autumn weather is perfect for slugs & snails, and there are plenty of autumn veggies that they are fond of…particularly pak choi! Here are some ways to protect…
Autumn is a good time to nurture the soil
There is arguably nothing more important than looking after your soil when you are growing veg. Good soil will give you healthy plants that are better able to withstand pests…
Kale Making a Comeback! (Diary of a Rocket Gardener)
A few weeks ago, in August, the Cavolo Nero kale plants that I have been growing since last autumn got well and truly annihilated by cabbage whites…they were CRAWLING in…
Cauliflower Success – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
Look at my beautiful little cauliflower popping his head out finally! This plant was planted at the beginning of May, but didn’t seem to be doing much. Towards the end…
What to plant next
Don’t miss out on autumn planting. There are just a few weeks left to get those autumn and winter crops in the ground, and it is so worth it for…
Green Tomato Chutney
If you’re still finding lots of green tomatoes growing on your plants, then don’t despair. There’s still time for them to ripen if they are undercover, or you could try…
5 Cakes with Veg
One thing I have found is that the majority of vegetable cake recipes share a love of cinnamon, which I am very fond of, but I wanted to get a…
When to harvest pumpkins & winter squash
Many gardeners are finding that their pumpkins and winter squashes are ripening earlier than normal. It’s not surprising given the lovely weather! Look for the two key signs for perfect timing,…
Harvesting & Storing Borlotti Beans
Borlotti Beans are such a great crop, and if harvested and stored in a certain way you will be able to keep them for several months, ready to bung in…
Composting Dos and Don’ts
Autumn is a brilliant time of year for topping up the compost pile (or starting a new one!) If you’re unsure what to add and what not to add, then…