How to grow... cucumber

Tomatoes In the freezer Cooked tomatoes freeze very well – make a big batch of fresh pomodoro or arrabbiata sauce and portion it up for the freezer. Make a preserve Try a spiced tomato chutney, tomato

These easy vegetables and salads will keep going all summer, no matter how little outdoor space you have for them

Summer! The time of year when the greenhouse has accomplished most of its work, up to a point. But the great thing about your miniature Crystal Palace right now is that it can become a pleasure dome.

Give it the right care, and celery will be a mostly fuss-free crop on the plot. Celery is a thirsty plant, though, so be sure to stay on top of a stringent watering regime for good results and introdu

Spring might be the traditional time for starting crops, with seed trays bursting into life on windowsills, in greenhouses and coldframes, no surface without pots and green shoots. However, if you are

Kohlrabi, endive and Florence fennel are just some of the delights to grow now