Courgettes are one of the most productive garden vegetables that can be grown in a city garden. Two plants in a large container will produce one or two courgettes per …Read More about Planting courgettes
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Turn in the weather
According to tradition planting out should only begin when the bluebells have passed. In recent years spring weather has become quite unreliable with late cold spells and heavy rains. This …Read More about Turn in the weather
Hardening off gallery
The process of moving seedlings from the warmth and protection of the house or greenhouse outdoors into the garden is called “hardening off.” This most delicate time in plant growth, …Read More about Hardening off gallery
Spring weather
Do not be deceived by bright sunny afternoons at this time of year. Spring weather is highly unpredictable with night-time temperatures dropping drastically and ground soil far too cold for …Read More about Spring weather
Indoor gardening
For city gardeners without the luxury of a greenhouse or a garden shed, indoors is the only option for bringing on plants for later planting outside. If possible, a room …Read More about Indoor gardening
Spring or summer?
With the recent sunny days it is hard to tell if spring is over and summer is here. For plants started in the house the sudden hot days can be …Read More about Spring or summer?