Do you like pickles? Then find out all about growing gherkins from seed right here in the UK. Last year, we were inundated with cucumbers. So we had a lot of salad and I pickled a load as well. And that got me thinking. Can you grow gherkins in the UK? After all, they are … Read more
Growing your own is rewarding and tastes better. But is it cheaper to grow your own vegetables? Most people grow their own fruit and veg because they enjoy gardening, like to know where their food comes from, want to grow varieties they can’t buy or simply enjoy the better taste. For me, it’s a mixture … Read more
Growing from seed is a great way to produce strong, healthy plants for less money. Find out the secret to growing seeds in a propagator successfully. As vegetable gardeners we use many tools that help us to produce tasty homegrown veggies. One of those is a propagator. I love growing from seed, because there is … Read more
If you like spicy food, then growing your own chillies is perfect for you. We will tell you how to grow chillies from seed in the UK. Many people think that chillies can only be grown in hot countries. After all, they originate from South America. We love spicy food, so growing our own chillies … Read more
Picking up leaves in our garden can be a pain, but what if you could use it to benefit your veggies? Find out how to make leaf mulch in plastic bags and get free nutrients for your plants. One job many gardeners dislike is picking up leaves in autumn. Depending on how big your garden … Read more
Have you ever considered growing your own Christmas tree? We have and that’s why we will have a look at Grow Your Own Christmas Tree Kits. Without a Christmas tree it wouldn’t be Christmas. I have fond memories of walking into the living room as a kid and being engulfed by the smell of a … Read more
Overall Rating: 4.95 Quality = 5.0 Value For Money = 4.9 Ease of Construction = 4.9 Customer Support = 5.0 PROS: CONS: Polytunnels are a great alternative to greenhouses, as they work just as well, but cost less. In our First Tunnels review we share our experience with our first polytunnel with you. Every vegetable … Read more
When you grow vegetables, you want to keep pesky pests away from your crop. That’s why it’s important that you know how to attract beneficial insects to your vegetable garden. Any gardener wants to make sure that their plants are not weakened or even destroyed by pests. While there are commercially available pesticides, these could … Read more
Weeding is an essential part of gardening and whether you love it or hate it, it has to be done and with the best garden hoe for weeding it will be less of a job than you might think. As a vegetable gardener, you want to make sure your plants have the water and nutrients … Read more
If you want to have sweet, delicious strawberries even if you have not much outside space? Then you need to know how to grow strawberries in a hanging basket. When I was little, strawberries were my favourite treat, and they still are now. And homegrown ones are the sweetest and juiciest. I love to pick them … Read more