Dealing with blackflies on broad beans
If you see clusters of tiny black aphids on the tops of your broad bean plants at this time of year, you’re probably looking at a blackfly infestation. What does…
Growing Tips and Advice
It’s easy to grow flowers for cutting
We find that there is a lot of blurby stuff out there about growing flowers specifically for cutting, but it needn’t be confusing. You can easily grow a beautiful range…
Growing rosemary in pots and containers
For those who would like to grow rosemary in pots, we have a key piece of advice which is to make sure the drainage is really good so that the…
Are your plants getting enough water?
For those who are slightly newer to gardening, it can be difficult to know whether you are giving plants enough water or not. In general, we find that most new…
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…
3 tips for newly planted plants…
Get these three things right when you plant out your veggies and it will really help them to get off to a good start this season. Make sure plants are…
May in the Veg Patch
This is the month when planting is in full swing, and we love it! There’s no major rush – our preferred time to plant out is mid to late May,…
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…