Summer has given way to fall. Already the cold of winter is in the air. In some years the fall months (October to December) are mild and bright and sunny, …Read More about October: Autumn change
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April: Spring has sprung
In the old days gardeners used to say not to plant out in the garden until the bluebells have come out. This was an indicator that the cold of winter …Read More about April: Spring has sprung
Summer’s end compost
For many gardeners this time of year is actually the start of the annual growing cycle. Clearing away this summer’s crops to the compost bin and digging out the finished …Read More about Summer’s end compost
Starting spring salad
Mid March is the usual time for sorting out salad trays and containers in the hope of bright sunny days and light showers to produce an early summer harvest. With …Read More about Starting spring salad
Growing potatoes in containers (part 2)
By Mark Willis. Images in article © Mark Willis. Most types of potato fall into one of three main categories related to their harvesting times. No prizes for guessing that …Read More about Growing potatoes in containers (part 2)
Growing potatoes in containers (part 1)
By Mark Willis. Images in article © Mark Willis. Most people think that growing potatoes needs a lot of space. It doesn’t. You can grow potatoes on a patio or …Read More about Growing potatoes in containers (part 1)