Help! veg patch sos summer problems

Give your soil a boost with an easy, homegrown crop of organic matter

This isn’t technically a disease, but a problem that develops from growing conditions. At risk are aubergines, chillies, cucumbers, squash, melons and tomatoes. The blossom end of the fruit gains a da

Follow these simple tips and clever tricks to boost your crop, prevent problems and enjoy top flavour

■ The Greenhouse Book by Tom Brown was published earlier this year and is full of advice on maintenance, plants to grow, pests and diseases and constructing your own greenhouse. (Dorling Kindersley, £

Helping you get your best-ever fruit and veg

Why are courgettes rotting? Will bare patches fill out on acer? Read on…