Raised beds are often recommended for growing vegetables on heavy clay soil, as they improve drainage and allow you to control the soil conditions. I don’t have clay soil, but I do find them easier fo

HAVE you ever taken a close look at your soil? I mean, a really close look? And if not, why not? Soil, compost, dirt, earth – whatever you want to call it, it’s often overlooked, and yet it’s one of t

Bob shares some secrets for getting the best from in-situ sowing

Editor Kim Stoddart reveals how to save money and boost your gardening with homemade soil improvers and protectors

Growing vegetables was my introduction to gardening when we created a tiny veg patch 14 years ago. While it sparked a career change into gardening, design and writing, growing vegetables has remained

Spread a bulky mulch on top of the soil surface around the base of young apple trees to condition the soil, hold in moisture and suppress weeds. This will all help the tree to establish well. Use well