Veg patch sos august plot

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

Those of you who planted first and second earlies will be able to start making some harvests, congratulations! Those first harvests will make you glad you planned ahead, no doubt. For the rest of us,

KITCHEN GARDENER

In the height of summer, although blooms may be burgeoning and scent is at its peak, challenges appear as the garden becomes untidy. But if you work on a few easy tasks, order can be restored. With pl

It’s crucial to water, water, water this month! Irrigate in the evening or morning, and consider an automated system if you’re tethered to the tap. Quick-maturing crops (e.g. salad leaves and summer r

Your hard work in the garden is paid back this month – but keep on pruning and planting to enjoy even more fruits from your labour