Collaborative post When the summer draws to a close and your homegrown produce is ripe for picking, the real challenge is knowing how to deal with this glut. Luckily there are lots of ways to store and manage each year’s harvest effectively. Here are some tips to help you make the most of harvest season and minimise waste. Canning & jarring Transforming your harvest into shelf-stable creations is a rewarding process. Canning not ...
How to grow garlic: easy step-by-step guide
Would you like to find out how to grow garlic? It's such an easy crop to grow! Growing garlic doesn't take up much space, it's not very fussy, and there are lots of different varieties available for you to experiment with. It's also a good crop to involve children with too, because it's easy and fun to plant. How to grow your own garlic If you're thinking "This all sounds great - so how do I grow garlic?", you're in the right ...
10 easy to grow vegetables for garden beginners
Are you keen on the idea of growing your own vegetables, but not really sure where to start? This list of ten easy to grow vegetables is a great first step on your grow your own journey. Growing vegetables at home is a brilliant way to become less reliant on shop-bought produce. You can also enjoy fresh vegetables and organic produce for a fraction of the cost compared to buying from a grocery store. It's a fantastic way to keep busy in the ...
Vegetable gardening: how to cut your food budget with health benefits
Collaborative post Do you like the idea of growing your own vegetables? As well as being a popular hobby, it can improve your health and also cut your daily food expenses. Gardening enhances quality of life When we buy fresh vegetables in the supermarket, it's easy to avoid thinking about the production process and environmental impact. And because manufacturing costs are inevitably built into the price, you can end up paying more for ...
Growing your own vegetables: how to get started
Collaborative post Are you interested in growing your own vegetables, but not sure where to start? This guide is packed with tips and advice to help you get it right first time. The benefits of growing your own vegetables There are lots of great reasons to grow your own vegetables. For starters, you can reduce the amount of food miles and packaging waste your grocery shopping racks up, and in turn lower your carbon ...
The best cucumber companion plants – and which ones to avoid
This guide covers everything you need to know about cucumber companion plants, including which plants to use, which ones to avoid, and how to give your plants the best chance of producing a good crop. If you grow your own cucumbers - or are planning to start doing so - you will naturally want to maximise your harvest. Whether you have lots of space to grow vegetables, or are limited to growing in pots, it makes sense to do everything you ...
A Guide to Growing Parsley Indoors
Collaborative post If you'd like to start growing herbs indoors, parsley is a great variety to try. It's widely used as a garnish, and is an ingredient in many recipes and salads. There are health benefits of parsley too; it's rich in antioxidants and vitamins, can help with digestion, and is a natural breath freshener. Parsley is also an easy herb to grow, and will be perfectly happy on a sunny windowsill inside your home. This ...
Container gardening: ten easy vegetables to grow in pots, and how to do it
Are you looking for tips on how to grow vegetables in pots and containers? Whether you need advice on growing vegetables in pots for beginners, or want to expand your container vegetable garden, there’s lots of inspiration here. This post lists ten of the easiest vegetables to grow in pots. I’ve also included tips for taking care of your vegetable plants, and a guide to the basic tools you need to grow vegetables in pots. The ...
How to grow coffee plants in your garden
Collaborative post Have you ever considered growing your own coffee? Many coffee lovers believe that cultivating quality beans is just not possible in your garden. However, if you're able to provide the right conditions and invest a bit of time, it's perfectly feasible to grow coffee plants in your garden or indoors. Here's how to do it. Ideal climatic conditions to grow coffee plants Climate is a crucial factor when it comes to ...
The best microgreens to grow, and how to grow microgreens at home
Would you like to grow your own microgreens? It’s a really simple indoor gardening project that can quickly provide you with super-healthy, tasty edible greens. Read on for a simple step-by-step guide to growing microgreens, plus advice on the best microgreens to grow. What are microgreens? Microgreens are seedlings of herbs and vegetables. You would usually allow the plant to reach full size before harvesting it, but ...