Radicchio – the Jewel Winter Crop
Radicchio, or red chicory, will be recognised by many as that flash of vibrant colour in a shop bought bag of mixed salad leaves. Being rather bitter much …
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November Newsletter
“November comes And November goes, With the last red berries And the first white snows.” – Cyde Watson The clocks have changed, the days are …
Tallest Sunflower Competition 2016
Growing the tallest sunflower is an art that takes a lot of hard work, but all that care and attention is worth it when these giants tower over our gardens. …
November Allotment Top Tips
It isn’t just summer crops that have benefitted; some of my Cabbage F1 “Hispi” are maturing now from a late July sowing. I’m growing this as …
Autumn Pruning
October is the ideal time for pruning many deciduous trees and hardy shrubs. Much of their foliage is still holding tight and this will help you to see …
Health Benefits of Garlic
Love it or hate it there’s no doubting that garlic is a mainstay in many a garden and kitchen. With a history going back thousands of years, its health and …
Pumpkins and Winter Squash
Pumpkins and winter squash are synonymous with autumn. Being muck loving plants they will have produced a good crop if grown in a sunny spot with plenty of …
Growing Your Own Quinoa
Quinoa burst onto the foodie scene just a few years ago and is now considered a store cupboard staple. Although it may seem trendy and fashionable quinoa is …