Seven ways with straw
We send out all our plants nestled up in a box of straw. This keeps them well protected during thir travels, and it’s much better than sending them in boxes…
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Tricks of the Trade: Healthy Beans
Beans are one of the easiest veg plants to grow at home and you don’t need to do much at all to get a really great crop. Here are a…
Don’t forget to thin out parsnips, carrots & leeks
If you’ve ordered parsnips, carrots or leeks then be sure to thin them out if necessary when they arrive. The parsnips and carrots will arrive in biodegradable pots and there…
The Rocket Guide to Pests & Diseases – Part 1: Leaves
We’ve put together a handy little 3 part guide for you to use this summer. So, if you have any growing pains in the veg patch, simply consult this guide…
How to grow the best and tastiest squash
Squash and pumpkins are good growers in the kitchen garden. They’re amongst the most rewarding of veggies to grow too. If they get plenty of sunshine, water and have room…
The secret to growing successful celeriac
You may have tried growing celeriac before only to be disappointed by its size at harvest time, but we’d urge you to give it another go following these wonderful words…
Perfect plants for making herbal teas at home
Growing ingredients to make your own herbal teas is something that is often overlooked in the kitchen garden. We’re here to remedy that situation with some deliciously aromatic inspiration to…
Giving a Rocket Garden gift?
If you’ve decided that some healthy, organic veg plants are a great gift for your loved one this spring/summer, we’d really recommend sending one of our Garden Gift Vouchers. By…
Be prepared for hungry caterpillars
It won’t be long before butterflies and moths start laying their eggs…and not long after that the caterpillars will have a good chomp on any leaves that they find tasty….
How to look after newly planted veggies
During the first couple of weeks after you’ve planted your veg it’s really important to look after them well as they’re still very young and vulnerable. Keeping them well watered,…
Plant like a pro
Planting your Rocket Gardens seedlings when they arrive is a very straightforward process and if you follow these simple steps your plants will be off to a flying start. Make…
3 vegetable plants that’ll keep on giving!
It’s always a good idea to have a few plants in your veg patch that’ll give you a good crop for several weeks, or even months!