How to grow cabbages
Cabbage is one of the most versatile vegetables on the allotment. From crispy coleslaws to sizzling stir fries and hearty stews, there are endless ways to put …
Lee Senior
Lee Senior is an experienced horticultural writer, RHS Yorkshire in Bloom judge and horticultural consultant. He has also had an allotment for over 30 years, obtained after attending Horticultural College and publishes tips at his Instagram page @lee_senior_gardening.
“My gardening hero is Geoff Hamilton” says Lee. “It was Geoff who convinced me that you didn’t have to spray everything that moved in the garden. Small-scale food growing is my passion. Nothing beats the flavour and satisfaction of growing your own food. You simply cannot buy the same quality and freshness. Everyone can have a go at growing something, no matter where they live and it is great to see how growing food in containers is taking off now.” When he's not writing for the gardening press, Lee leads a team, sustainably managing a five acre garden in the North of England.
Lee’s website is: https://allotmentsandgreenspaces.wordpress.com. You can email him directly at: allotmentsguru@gmail.com. Away from horticulture, Lee is a keen walker and he has written a number of successful walking books which are available at his online bookstore, Walking in the Aire.
How to grow parsnips
Parsnip seeds are best sown in spring, directly into the soil where you want them to grow. Provided you use fresh seeds each year, they’re easy to grow and …
How to grow French beans
Here we take a look at how to grow French beans. Experienced allotment grower, Lee Senior, shares expert advice on growing French beans from seeds.
How to grow Brussels sprouts
Here we take a look at how to grow Brussels sprouts. Experienced allotment grower, Lee Senior, shares expert advice on growing Brussels sprouts from seeds.
How to grow leeks
Leeks are easy to grow from seed, and provide a versatile crop that can be braised, roasted, grilled, steamed, sautéed, stir-fried or added to soups and …
How to grow kale
Kale is a versatile, nutrient-packed vegetable that’s often called a superfood. We asked experienced allotment grower Lee Senior for his advice on growing …
How to grow cauliflower
Some people believe that cauliflowers are tricky to grow but, provided you plant them in the right spot and keep them well-watered, you should get a healthy …
How to grow beetroot
Beetroot is easy to grow from seed, doesn’t take up lots of space and matures quickly, making it a great catch-crop or gap-filler. You can even grow beetroot …
How to grow sweet peppers
We asked experienced allotment grower Lee Senior for his advice on growing sweet peppers at home. Here are his top tips.
How to grow carrots
We asked experienced allotment grower Lee Senior for his top tips on how to grow long straight carrots while deterring the dreaded pest - carrot fly. Here’s …