There is no doubt that homegrown beans taste so much better than shop-bought ones. So growing them should be a no-brainer for any vegetable gardener. Especially because green beans are also very healthy, as they contain a whole host of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein. Eating green beans can help keep your heart, … Read more

All plants need nutrients to grow. For vegetable plants, it’s even more important, because they need nutrients to produce a good yield. So if you want a good yield, it’s vital that you provide your plants with the right nutrients at the right time. But what do you feed your veggie plants? And how do … Read more

Homegrown vegetables taste so much better. And most aren’t difficult to grow. In this article, we answer common questions about growing carrots in the UK. Carrots are healthy and should be part of anyone’s diet. They contain many nutrients, including vitamins, carotenoids, and polyphenols. They can help keep our skin healthy, boost our immune system, … 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 using a propagator to grow your veggies from seeds. 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, … 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