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KITCHEN GARDENER

Harvest pumpkins and other winter squashes on a bright, sunny day and leave them in the sun for 10 days for the skin to harden further, improving their storage time. You can leave them in a sunny spot

I’ve had a great year with many of my fruit and veg crops

Bob reveals his secrets for maximising this year’s fruit and vegetable pickings

I love the autumnal colours of October, but it’s a busy month as my, my brother’s and one of my nieces’ birthdays are in this month. It can, therefore, be an expensive month, which is why I love to gi

Tidy-up time is valuable as garden debris helps soil, wildlife and next year’s growth