The Rocket Guide to Pests & Diseases – Part 1: Leaves
We’ve put together a handy little 3 part guide for you to use this summer. So, if you have any growing pains in the veg patch, simply consult this guide…
Growing Tips and Advice
How to grow the best and tastiest squash
Squash and pumpkins are good growers in the kitchen garden. They’re amongst the most rewarding of veggies to grow too. If they get plenty of sunshine, water and have room…
The secret to growing successful celeriac
You may have tried growing celeriac before only to be disappointed by its size at harvest time, but we’d urge you to give it another go following these wonderful words…
Be prepared for hungry caterpillars
It won’t be long before butterflies and moths start laying their eggs…and not long after that the caterpillars will have a good chomp on any leaves that they find tasty….
How to look after newly planted veggies
During the first couple of weeks after you’ve planted your veg it’s really important to look after them well as they’re still very young and vulnerable. Keeping them well watered,…
Plant like a pro
Planting your Rocket Gardens seedlings when they arrive is a very straightforward process and if you follow these simple steps your plants will be off to a flying start. Make…
3 vegetable plants that’ll keep on giving!
It’s always a good idea to have a few plants in your veg patch that’ll give you a good crop for several weeks, or even months!
How to grow tomatoes in pots/growbags
Loads of people pop their tomatoes in pots or containers on a sunny patio or in a greenhouse. They’ll grow well in the fertile compost, but there are a few…
How to keep on top of weeds the easy way
If you’re getting raised beds ready for planting again then you will be relieved to hear that you don’t have to dig to Australia to get back on top of…
How to grow the best sweetcorn
There is nothing quite like homegrown sweetcorn. It tastes incredible and is WAY better than anything you’ll ever buy in the shops. It’s also wind-pollinated so you need to give…
Watch out for late frosts
If you’ve already planted out then be sure to watch out for those dreaded late frosts. We had one last week, and no doubt there will be a couple more….
Why you’ll love growing courgettes
If you haven’t grown courgettes before then this is the year to give it a go. They are SO easy to grow….and you don’t need to worry about them too…