Roast Potato, Garlic and Wild Rocket Salad
For an easy lunch, try this roast potato salad with garlic, wild rocket and pumpkin seeds. You could easily throw in some grilled halloumi at the end, or serve with…
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April in the Veg Patch
There is plenty to do in the veg patch this month, planting seed potatoes and generally getting ready for the busy spring planting season that lies ahead….
A quick guide to planting & growing potatoes
Seed potatoes are one of the earliest things to go in the ground in spring, and make a lovely excuse to get out in the garden around Easter time as…
Winter Squash Tagine Recipe
This is an absolute winner for homegrown winter squashes. You get deep Mediterranean flavours and that wonderful sweetness. Delish! If you’re wondering about the photo, this tagine was cooked in…
Diary of a Tiny Gardener…Growing Potatoes in a Small Plot
I’ve been making some plans for my small growing space which I will share with you over the coming weeks, but I thought it would be fun to order some seed…
A checklist from mid February to late April
The main planting season doesn’t kick off until late April, with mid-to-late May usually being the best time to get vegetable plug plants in the ground. It is much warmer…
How & why to chit seed potatoes
Chitting your seed potatoes will encourage lots of shoots to appear before you plant them which in turn will lead to a bigger crop. It’s very easy to do and…
Which Seed Potatoes Should I Choose? What is a First Early?
For anyone who is a little confused by the different seed potato classifications, here’s an explanation to help clear things up along with some ideas to help you choose what…
Quick n’ Easy Parsnip & Potato Rosti
Perfect with a poached egg for a midweek lunch or a weekend brunch. This is very easy, no-faff, and a great way to use up wonky parsnips! You’ll need a…
The Next Few Weeks – Mid Jan to Late Feb in the Veg Patch
Late winter tends to be a real mixture of weather across the UK, which makes it difficult to generalise when it comes to getting things done in the vegetable garden…
Tips & Projects for the Winter Veg Garden
Here are a few helpful ideas that you may want to consider if you’re growing your own this winter, or if you want to get on top of things a…
January in the Veg Patch
January is probably the quietest month in the kitchen garden, but if you can get yourself out there to spend a couple of hours pottering, doing a few little jobs…