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,…
Growing Tips and Advice
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!
How to grow tomatoes in pots/growbags
Loads of people pop their tomatoes in pots or containers on a sunny patio or in a greenhouse. They’ll grow well in the fertile compost, but there are a few…
How to keep on top of weeds the easy way
If you’re getting raised beds ready for planting again then you will be relieved to hear that you don’t have to dig to Australia to get back on top of…
How to grow the best sweetcorn
There is nothing quite like homegrown sweetcorn. It tastes incredible and is WAY better than anything you’ll ever buy in the shops. It’s also wind-pollinated so you need to give…
Watch out for late frosts
If you’ve already planted out then be sure to watch out for those dreaded late frosts. We had one last week, and no doubt there will be a couple more….
Why you’ll love growing courgettes
If you haven’t grown courgettes before then this is the year to give it a go. They are SO easy to grow….and you don’t need to worry about them too…
Why you’ll love growing asparagus peas
If you like the flavour of asparagus but don’t fancy the idea of getting your own asparagus bed on the go, then please try these lovely asparagus peas. They have…
Pest Patrol: How to deter carrot fly
Lots of brown tunnels in your carrots is the result of carrot flies..they lay their eggs which, when they hatch, bury down into the soil and nibble on your carrots….
Make it a Summer of Strawberries
Who doesn’t love a sweet, juicy strawberry on a summer’s day?! Growing your own is the best way to ensure a nice constant supply, especially if you grow a mixture…
Tricks of the trade…growing basil, coriander and rosemary
These are three of the most popular herbs to grow and they are all relatively easy, as long as you look after them the right way. Here are our top…