A plant that can help beat weeds… like bindweed?
This sounds too good to be true, but we are growing Tagete Minuta this year, a plant that can be used to help clear ground of invasive weeds like bindweed…
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Easy Growers
If you’re short on time, or new to growing, our Easy Growers Veg Patch would be a great starting point, with fuss-free veg that require little care other than watering and weeding….
Allium Leaf Miner
Overwintering leeks are susceptible to damage from the Allium Leaf Miner, and with the milder weather this year, they seem a little more active than usual. What are they &…
3 natural predators to control aphids
A great way of keeping aphid numbers down is to encourage natural predators into your plot. These 3 predators naturally feed on aphids: Hoverflies (which are also fantastic pollinators) Lacewings…
Cut Flower Growing Guide
Planting Cut Flower Plugs You can plant our cut flower plug plants anytime from late April to July. Plant out after all risk of frost has passed. They will do best in…
Dividing and Forcing Rhubarb
Dividing Rhubarb Which rhubarb plants should I divide? If you’ve been growing rhubarb for several years, then it is beneficial to divide the plants to keep them healthy. Equally, if…
3 Garden projects to start before spring
Winter weekends, when they are not too miserable and wet, are a good time to get some bigger projects out of the way, ready for the season ahead. Here are…
How to make your plot more productive
Here are our suggestions for growing more veggies per square metre, keeping plants healthier and minimising pests and disease.
When to expect your plants…
If you’ve placed an order with us for spring plants, or one of our veg patches, or if you’re about to place an order, then this article explains when you…
New Veg Plants for 2022
Here are the newest additions to our organic veg plug plant range for 2022:
Leftovers Boxing Day Brunch
Any leftovers can be used in this recipe – roast potatoes or parsnips, leftover sprouts – you could even put stuffing in there. A good start to Boxing Day! …
The best onion gravy (v)
Make a hearty meat-free gravy for your Christmas dinner…this recipe is SO good! Ingredients (serves 4-6) 2 large onions, sliced 1tbsp olive oil 500ml water/veg stock 1 veg stock…