August, hey? Just where has the year gone? If like me, this year has left you floundering under the problems of slugaggeddon, rubbish Spring weather, and slow ripening tomatoes, you might actually be quite happy to take your mind off Summertime crops. The good news is that there are still plenty of seeds that can …
I love growing summer veg. Compared to winter fare, they’re so glamorous. Tomatoes, courgettes, cucumbers, and all the other heat-loving plants are just tremendous. However, every February when the plot is almost bare and there’s hardly anything to pick, I realise all over again just how important the hardy winter veg are. Any veg that …
What’s on Your Plot in February? The Winter Veg That’s Worth It’s Weight in Gold Read More »
Last week, I wrote a post excitedly telling the world that July and August are great months to sow French beans. However, I now realise I was short-sighted and guilty of giving the beans some preferential treatment. July and August is indeed a great time to sow French beans, but it is also ripe for …
