Beginner Gardening

Having a proper succession in your veg garden can help fill gaps between crops and ensure you have something ready to eat at all times. But what can you plant …

Bolting refers to the sudden production of flowers in a vegetable plant. This process leads to the formation of seeds, which eventually causes the desired growth of the vegetable to …

We are right around the time when you can pick up some bargains at garden centres and the big DIY stores. Plants that have not been properly cared for will …

Who doesn’t want easy-to-grow flowers that add a touch of beauty to your garden or allotment without too much hassle? Direct sowing flower seeds bypasses the need for seed starting …

I grow my produce organically, and my reasoning is fairly simple. If I am going to the effort of growing my own crops, I want to make them as good …

We are approaching that time of year when it is time to put our precious seedlings into the big wide world. Time for them to leave their cosy spots and …

I saw this on a Facebook gardening page I am part of, and it looked such a good idea I had to try it out. And I am really impressed. …

One of my readers asked for some help with their growbags and if I could write an article on how to use them correctly, so here it is! If you …

Wood ash, a by-product of wood-burning stoves and fireplaces, is often overlooked as a helpful addition to the garden. Its composition, rich in nutrients like potassium, phosphorus, and calcium, can …

There are several reasons why you should consider planting flowers with your vegetables. Let’s have a look at some of my favourite reasons below. 1. Pest Control How Flowers Help …

Garden hacks are simple, innovative, and effective solutions that can make life easier for gardeners of all skill levels. But as we all know there is a lot of junk …

Composting is essentially recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich soil for growing fruit, veg and flowers. Several different methods of composting cater to specific needs and locations, such as backyard composting, …

Growing tomatoes can be a gratifying experience, homegrown tomatoes taste so much better than any you would find in a supermarket. However, even experienced gardeners can make mistakes when cultivating …

Raised bed gardening has become increasingly popular among gardeners of all experience levels, offering a range of benefits such as improved drainage, soil quality, and ease of maintenance. However, like …