Smart step-by-step: growing lettuce in containers

If you are looking for another salad leaf to add to your repertoire this year, mustard is a fantastic choice. Growing these leaves from seed is simple, fast, and rewarding, making them an excellent cr

It is of course vital that crops are watered sufficiently, especially during the summer months, but it is surprisingly easy to give too much TLC to plants and end up overwatering them. Symptoms of thi

While light levels are low, you might be holding off sowing herb seeds until the warmer months are here. But if you’re feeling impatient, why not grow a few microgreens like basil, coriander and parsl

How to carry on growing food over winter ...

Kale enjoys a sunny spot, but can also cope with shade, so is a fairly easy-going plant in the garden. These leaves grow best in rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter dug in prior to p

Wild rocket is hardier and more strongly flavoured than standard cultivated rocket, and once established it tends to be perennial, giving you repeated harvests with very little fuss – the perfect crop