Having a gourd time

• They’re actually fruit. The Latin name is Cucurbita pepo and courgettes come from the same family as pumpkins, cucumbers and melons. They can be yellow, green, green-striped, long and thin or short

Kohlrabi, endive and Florence fennel are just some of the delights to grow now

Helping you get your best-ever fruit and veg

Your hard work in the garden is paid back this month – but keep on pruning and planting to enjoy even more fruits from your labour

Tomatoes In the freezer Cooked tomatoes freeze very well – make a big batch of fresh pomodoro or arrabbiata sauce and portion it up for the freezer. Make a preserve Try a spiced tomato chutney, tomato

LAST month, I revisited our old house in ...