Not sure what to plant this month?

Not sure what to plant this month? This month, June, if you’re in the mood for some planting and aren’t sure what you should be doing now, then here’s what we suggest:  Plant out dahlias, penstemons, salvias, echinacea, lupins and any other lovely summer flowering cottage garden plants If you haven’t done so, plant out…

Guide to buying tomato plants

Guide to buying tomato plants The trusty tomato is one of the nation’s favourite crops thanks to its versatility, bright colour and its sweet and tangy taste. Growing tomatoes in the garden is very satisfying for many gardeners and while the keen ones will have planted seeds earlier in the year and will already be…

Eat well all summer…and longer

Eat well all summer…and longer Here are our top five must-have veggies/fruit for the summer and onwards. These provide the heart to any veg patch, no matter how small, and are versatile additions to your culinary supplies. Courgettes Sow your own. There’s still time to do sowing in June and if you managed to do…