Not only does growing your own carrots produce sensational flavours that delight the palate, but it also opens up the possibility of an extraordinary range of colours. For this trial I grew 12 varieti

As days grow longer, the urge to sow seeds is almost impossible to resist. But if you dream of overflowing beds, the most important thing to do now is plan the growing year to help you meet its sowing

On your fruit & veg plot

Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring

Helping you get your best-ever fruit and veg

A grow-your-own renegade chases strange crops and smug flavours… only to discover that breaking garden rules doesn’t always taste as good as sticking to them l