Summer problem solver

Keep an eye out for pests and disease in high summer so your plants stay healthy and thriving

How can I keep my tomatoes safe from pests and diseases? One of the most common diseases to affect tomatoes is blossom end rot. This is identifiable by the large, circular, discoloured patches that ap

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

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

KITCHEN GARDENER

With these tools and tricks of the trade, you can prepare your plot for any heat and drought conditions