For many gardeners, rhubarb, along with tomatoes, courgettes and beans, is a garden staple – and it might well be one of the first plants introduced to the plot! There are so many reasons for this dec

Split crowns every few years so they don’t run out of steam

Which soft fruit will give the biggest yield for my little plot? Raspberries are delicious, notably heavy cropping and are trained to posts and wires so they make good use of limited space. Although t

Broad beans: If conditions are mild, you can sow seeds outside for an early harvest Cauliflowers: Sow seeds 2cm deep in a seed bed, allowing 60cm between rows for larger cultivars Microgreens: Perfect

They offer stunning autumn foliage and tasty fruit, making them ideal for patio containers

Basil: Position in a bright spot on the windowsill or a heated greenhouse. It’s best to use free-draining compost. Broad beans: This tasty veg can be sown early this month if you choose a hardy variet