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9 Companion Plants to Grow with Cucumber Plants (and 3 to AVOID!)
Companion Planting is key to successfully growing cucumber plants from seed. In our latest blog you can discover 9 plants to plant alongside your cucumbers and 3 you should avoid.
How to grow watermelons from seed in the UK
The best time to plant watermelon seeds is late May but if you wait until then you risk them not ripening. Read on for to discover how to get the...
How to grow Broad Beans of fava beans in the Garden
Broad bean growing can be started early and they are easy to grow. Discover how and when to plant broad bean seeds to get a bumper crop from your vegetable...
A Guide to Growing tomatoes in pots and planters
If you are growing tomatoes from seed then this blog is jam packed with gardening tips to help your tomato plants thrive and ensure a massive crop of juicy home...
What is Plant Propagation and how can it save you money...
Propagation is the process of increasing the population or number of plants. There are 4 main methods of plant propagation. The most common of which is taking cuttings. Learn about...
3 Vegetable Plants to Always Plant Together - Three Sister's Planting
What is the Three Sisters Planting Method? The Three Sisters Planting Method is an ancient practice dating back almost 300 years. Native American tribes such as the Iroquois and...
How to Grow Collard Greens (aka Spring Greens in the UK)
Growing Spring Greens collard greens in February is a rewarding experience that will give you a head start on the gardening season. They are hardy, resilient, and easy to care...
A step by step guide to growing potatoes in containers
Can you grow potatoes in containers? It is super easy to grow potatoes in containers, easier than growing in the ground. Find out about the different seed potatoes, which potato planter to...
How to Grow Garlic
The first decision to make is whether to plant hardneck garlic or softneck garlic. Read on to discover the difference and our tips and tricks for planting both types of...
How to Grow Blueberries in Pots in the UK
Imagine having fresh blueberries in your garden. This handy guide to growing blueberries in containers will help you start growing a blueberry plant. So whether you want to pick up...
October Planting: Fruit and vegetables to grow in October
There’s still plenty to sow and plant out this month even though nights are getting longer, and temperatures are getting lower.
3 Greenhouse Alternatives - which is right for you?
Looking for greenhouse alternatives to start your vegetable garden or flower garden earlier? Click here to discover 3 ways to transform your garden experience