Tips and Advice
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The right tools for the job
One of the joys of growing fruit and veg is the fact that you don’t need any high tech equipment. Although it can be tempting to spend lots of money on kit, you will find that just afew good tools…
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One to try: Dream Peppers
If you’re looking for a pepper plant that produces lots of fruit, says Tony Flanagan, why not try ‘Lemon Dream’ and ‘Tangerine Dream’? I tend to prefer the larger sweet peppers such as ‘King of the North’ and ‘California Wonder’…
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Ten facts about nematodes
Nematodes are microscopic worms found naturally in the soil which can be applied to tackle different pests To mark the 25th anniversary of Nemaslug, here are ten amazing things about nematodes: · Nematode means ‘thread like’ in Greek. They were…
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Spring is here!
Top ten signs of it in your garden • Spring has sprung, and the RSPB has created a list of ‘top ten signs of spring’ that you can see from your own home! • Join in the conversation #NatureIsOpen •…
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How green is your garden?
Gardening can have a really positive impact on the environment. Here green gardener Becky Dickinson shares some eco-friendly tips. When it comes to protecting the planet, gardening is up there with walking instead of driving, turning off the lights and…
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Improve your mood, sow some food
It is difficult right now if you are confined to your home so why not start growing your own food. It’s a great stress-buster In these uncertain times a lot of people are having a strong desire to grow their…
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Video: Jobs for December
It may almost be Christmas, but there are still jobs you can be doing in your garden or plot. Here’s a reminder on what you could be doing, including weeding garlic, replanting leeks and digging in green manure. For more…
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Seven tips to help hungry hedgehogs survive
Gardeners are being encouraged to look after hedgehogs this autumn as numbers continue to fall. Outdoors experts from GardenBuildingsDirect.com have researched ways British hedgehogs can be supported in gardens as young hoglets emerge this year. Last year hedgehog numbers stood…
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Effectively maintaining your lawn mower
You will have been cutting your lawn regularly for some months now, the regular downpours having kept it growing apace. How did your mower fare? If you are a seasoned gardener, you’ll know the importance of effective maintenance. It may…
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Do these Slug Control Methods Actually Work?
With an incredibly wet start to summer this year, there couldn’t be a more pressing time for gardeners to think about slug control. Just as the season is heading towards its peak and your garden is filled with fresh and…
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Cornish Cabbage Plants
Andrew Arnold is the third generation of his family to grow bare-rooted brassica plants in the fields of Cornwall. In a county probably more famous for ice cream than vegetables, this method of producing a staple British dinner table favourite…
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Video: How to Maintain Onions as They Grow
This month we’ve caught up on how the onions that we planted have been growing and give our best advice on how to ensure success. For more videos, visit the Kitchen Garden YouTube channel at the link below: www.youtube.com/kitchengardenmagazine
