Diary of a Rocket Gardener: A Cunning Plan
Well, I had been hoping to get some fruit plants in the ground this month, but it seems it is not meant to be as more snow, sleet and hail…
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Organising your plot
With the weather so chilly you may not be feeling very motivated to get out into the garden. You can still make some progress though by planning how to lay…
Money saving tips
If you’re just starting out with your veg patch or allotment, then you’ll probably be keen to do it on the cheap. We’ve got 10 top tips to share that…
How to build a raised bed
Don’t be overwhelmed by the idea of making a new raised bed. It’s very straightforward and as long as you follow our three basic rules you should be fine. Keep…
Shady corners in your veg patch?
If you have one or two shady spots in your plot, then you will be happy to know that there are quite a few veg and herb plants that will…
My Favourite Varieties – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I’m off on holiday this week, giving my veg patch a little break (not that I’ve been very busy in it anyway, it’s been far too wet and cold!) and…
Pretty, tasty veg
These flowers are the flowers of the Jerusalem Artichoke. They’re pretty, aren’t they? In this post we explore some really decorative veg that you could happily grow in flower beds…
Short on space? Try vertical growing
Using the concept of vertical growing can really help you to get maximum yield from the smallest amount of space. It is ideal for town gardens and patios. There are…
Do I need to worry about crop rotation
Crop rotation is a commonly used practice that is designed to avoid any single crop from depleting the soil of particular nutrients. But is it really necessary in the home…
Composting for my no-dig garden…Diary of a Rocket Gardener
It may have been chilly over the weekend, but it was dry (almost unheard of lately, here in Cornwall) so I spent a good chunk of time out in the…
Which plants are best for pots, planters and containers?
This is such a common question, and the general answer is “you can grow anything in containers”, but some crops are more perfect for pots than others…
Which squash have the best flavour?
We have a wonderful range of pumpkin and squash varieties, of all different shapes, colours and sizes. We know it can be difficult to choose sometimes, so here are our…