May

For many, August is the month to take a break from work and make the most of the summer weather. This may entail going on holiday, which might mean leaving your garden to fend for itself, or staying a

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

Sweetcorn fritters Mix 150g self-raising flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika and 160ml milk together in a large bowl. Mix in 1 egg, 550g sweetcorn, 2 chopped spring onions, a small handfu

It’s a time of plenty as your hard work is paying back this month – but it’s not too soon to look ahead to next year

Check your tomato plants every day this month because the fruits will ripen quickly in sunny spells, especially cherry varieties. Use snips to harvest fruits, ideally with the vine attached to get the

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE THIS MONTH WITH OUR GUIDE TO THE CHANGING SEASONS