Early frosts might mean you need to harvest early
Early frosts look like they may catch some of us off guard this autumn. Already it has been very cold overnight with a hint of frost on the car windscreen…
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Planting for autumn? Protect against slugs…
Pests are generally less of a problem in autumn and winter, but there is one that you need to keep at bay when planting out your new veggies in September/October….slugs!…
Harvesting & Storing Borlotti Beans
Borlotti and Cannellini 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…
Tend to soil in autumn for better veg next year
Whether you are planting up a few things to grow over the winter or winding down until next spring, nurturing your soil in autumn will make all the difference to…
Why were my beans so slow to crop? Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I mentioned recently how several plants had been growing super slowly this summer, and I’m back on that subject again this week. The reason? My beans. Finally, I am actually…
The Next Few Weeks – September to Late October
There isn’t long now before the dark evenings return and the nights turn cold. With the change in seasons, things slow down in the veg garden but there are still…
Is it a good idea to uncover mature brassicas? Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I don’t have any answers for you in my post this week, so there’s my initial confession or veg growing caveat. But I do have questions and ideas, and perhaps…
3 things to get right for autumn growing
If you’re planning to plant a few extras in September or October, following these three tips will help your plants to thrive over autumn and winter.
5 Fungal diseases to watch out for this month
The turning season, from late summer to early autumn, can often bring with it the perfect conditions for various fungal diseases to take hold in the veg garden. Below are…
Still getting mostly male flowers?
These squashes, planted in May, have hardly produced any female flowers yet. This is such a sign of the cool weather that we had in early summer and things not…
September in the Veg Patch
This September looks to be a busy month in the veg garden, with the warmer weather we’ve had making it a great harvesting month (hopefully!) and we’ll soon be shipping…
Quick Growers for September Planting
If you’re keen to extend the season and get a few extra things to harvest before the nights fully draw in, then these are some of the best bets, especially…