This heatwave is not good for people or gardens in Brussels. The Royal Institute of Meteorology in Belgium has expressed concern about the situation (read here). The Belgian Interregional Environment …Read More about Extreme weather warning
Diary of a Brussels Kitchen Garden
Growing tomatoes in large pots
Some gardeners say tomatoes grow better in pots than in soil beds because the pot constrains the plant forcing it to grow. Either way, tomatoes grow very well in pots, …Read More about Growing tomatoes in large pots
Tying up tomatoes in the raised bed
The classical way to grow tomatoes in a city garden is with a raised bed providing good drainage and with an overhead support frame. Here 11 tomato plants are planted …Read More about Tying up tomatoes in the raised bed
Bean Flowers Gallery
Bean plants produce wonderful flowers. For gardeners the flowers are a sign that the plant is growing successfully and will soon produce beans. Every variety of bean has its own …Read More about Bean Flowers Gallery
Bolting Lettuce
The recent warm weather has made growing salad rather annoying. The little plants are just reaching a size when they are usable (and should be for the next 6 weeks) …Read More about Bolting Lettuce
Planting out cucumbers
The cucumber is one of the best vegetables for growing in the city. Traditionally grown on climbing vines from pots or in soil beds, bush varieties are also available suitable …Read More about Planting out cucumbers