Cylindra Beetroot: What is it & When to Grow it
This year I grew Cylindra beetroot, a variety I’ve never tried before. They were a bargain buy from the allotment shop at the princely sum of 85p. As it is … Read more
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Vegetable Germination Period Cheat Sheet For Greenhouse Gardening
They’ve taken almost 4 weeks, but I’ve finally got signs of carrot and beetroot germination (pictured) in the greenhouse. I’m putting this progress down to a few short bursts of … Read more
5 Spring Vegetables For Easy Gardening
It’s mid-March, the weather has improved a smidgen and the rhubarb is nearly ready to pick. Spring is almost here, and I’ve been rummaging through my seed boxes to remind … Read more
9 Money Saving Fruits and Vegetables to Plant in Your Garden
There were 9 fruits and vegetables that saved a substantial more than everything else during 2021. Not only did I get to save money in my own garden but also … Read more
How to Grow Beetroots – Gardening Guides and Techniques
My lack of beetroot love left me feeling a little guilty, so to try and make up with one of my favourite allotment crops, I’ve decided to big up the … Read more
7 Allotment Cake Recipe Ideas for Birthdays
Real Men Sow is one year old on Thursday. To celebrate this landmark, I’d planned many exciting events and ideas, like sister sites and world allotment domination. In the end, … Read more