How to Overwinter Chillies…
If you’ve still got some chillies growing in a greenhouse at the end of autumn then why not give them a prune and bring them indoors to overwinter. You’ll be…
If you’ve still got some chillies growing in a greenhouse at the end of autumn then why not give them a prune and bring them indoors to overwinter. You’ll be…
Whether you are planting up again to keep growing over the colder months, or winding your veg garden down for winter, this time of year is a great opportunity to…
This recipe is so worth the effort – oozy mozarella topping, a delicious homemade tomato and pepper sauce, layers of homegrown aubergine and all topped off with crunchy breadcrumbs. So…
If your pumpkins and winter squashes are ripe then you can bring them in to store now – if the skin is well cured then they should last several months….
As colder weather approaches, you may find your cabbages nearing maturity (if they haven’t already done so.) You’ll know when your cabbages are ready to harvest because they will have…
I don’t think my leeks know if they are coming or going this autumn. One minute it has turned cold, wet and windy, then next it seems that summer is…
With the right plants, you can quite easily have a supply of healthy homegrown greens that’ll keep you going from November through to March/April. Here are our top suggestions for…
We’re anticipating another week or so of reasonable weather before wetter, windier weather moves in and temperatures begin to noticeably drop. With this in mind, here is a quick look…
If you are planning to grow wildflowers in grassy areas, then Autumn is the ideal time to plant wildflower plugs. It gives the plants enough time to establish their root…
If you’re still finding lots of green tomatoes growing on your plants, with little chance of ripening, then don’t despair. This yummy chutney is a wonderful way to put them…
There are several different options for any cannellini beans, borlotti beans or other beans that you have been growing for shelling. Use them fresh: If you want to cook the…
If you don’t have a greenhouse or polytunnel to use over winter, it is well worth investing a little time into making a mini polytunnel to provide warmth and shelter…