Growing chillies from seeds might seem like hard work but so worth it! You can choose which variety you would like to grow which is a real privilege. This is because there is whole range of chillies with variations in colour, shape and most of all .. its heat level. As they say some like […]
Homegrown Potatoes – grow easily in a small space
Homegrown potatoes are delicious and this is one great reason for growing them! Growing potatoes is easy even if you have a small outdoor space. This could be a tiny balcony, patio or garden. Traditionally, potatoes have been grown in the ground and still are where space allows. However, I use bags for planting my […]
Growing Ginger – easy to grow indoors!
Growing ginger is a very rewarding journey. Let’s say that it is perfect for the more patient gardener and if you aren’t, then ginger will help you develop the patience needed! Ginger grows into a beautiful plant that not only has edible roots but the most fragrant edible leaves too. It is a slow growing […]
Organising Your Seeds – fabulous benefits, easy and practical!
Organising your seeds is a brilliant way of starting the new year plus very useful too. I have found that there are 3 important advantages of sorting all the seed packets we own. This is regardless of whether you are a beginner or a seasoned gardener. I dare say perhaps even more important for the […]
My Gardens – little & large, inspiring my art!
Continuing this series to inspire more new gardeners this is Rhianna, an illustrator who now lives and works in Falmouth, Cornwall. Growing up … Growing up near London, my family were lucky to have a big, full garden that we spent lots of time in. Although I’m sure when I was younger I was much […]
Gardening Love – Shared through Generations
A story of how the love of gardening easily spans generations! Joe describes his grandad’s love for growing and how he now shares this with his children. You can find Joe on Instagram @grow_with_joe to see what he and his young gardening team have been up to, and his blog Grow With Joe too! My […]
Garden Adventure – Marie and Jim’s Story
This is Marie and Jim’s garden adventure, from small steps to a beautiful lush allotment! Follow their successes and determined approach to resolve issues on their new allotment on Instagram @ 4_muddy_boots Our Garden Adventure Starts – our first year One of my biggest regrets in life is that I didn’t get actively involved in […]
Gardening Journey – from Lisa’s childhood to now!
Continuing the gardening journey series, I am happy to present Lisa’s gardening story, which began in her childhood. Lisa relates all her gardening ventures on Instagram (@lousous ), very well known for her Baby Boos, delicious baked goodies and a great sense of humour! All photos belong to Lisa and thank you for sharing them. […]
My Gardening Journey -where it all began!
To kick start this new series I am going to give you an insight into my own gardening journey! My gardening journey began as a child … I have a photo (must dig it out one day!) of when I was very little with pigtails, with my great grandfather in the garden. My great grandfather […]
Garden Gift Ideas – for your garden and gardeners
I have been looking at some great garden gift ideas as the festive season nears. The days are getting colder here and the garden is resting. A great time therefore to plan for spring and a gift for a gardening friend or family member will be so appreciated! A gift can be a real starting […]
Winter Salads – how to grow easy greens
Growing salads in winter is easy and such a delight! Especially when there is little else growing in the colder months. Plus you don’t even need a garden to grow these delicious greens. I grow mine in a cold greenhouse but a cool porch or windowsill will be great too. A few seeds sprinkled in […]
Growing Green Manure – how to plant for winter
It’s that time of the year when you find yourself planning for winter and I am growing green manure! Green manures are plants that you can grow in bare patches or beds in your garden or plot, which benefit the soil. They do this is a number of ways. Benefits of Growing Green Manure There […]
Growing Spinach in Winter – Tips
Growing spinach beet in the middle of winter here in London is simple! Fresh handfuls of sweet greens are so welcoming at the dinner table or for a quick salad. I have grown these all year round and love how versatile these greens are. So from my experience, here are some tips for you. Tips […]
Start Your Garden – Easy Small Space Gardening
You’d like to start a garden but not sure how? Well you have come to the right place. I will show you how you can overcome problems so that you too can grow your own salads, herbs, vegetables and flowers. Problems in Starting your Garden So these might be some of the issues that you […]
Growing Beans – Tips for success
Growing beans is fun and very rewarding! This is especially true if you are new to gardening or you would love to grow food with children. There are three types of beans I would personally recommend. One is broad beans which can be started very early in the year in the UK. The other is […]