Tastes of the past

Helping you get your best-ever fruit and veg

It’s just the right time for annual and perennial types to crop perfectly

The harvests are now coming in thick and fast. A quick check of last year’s records show that we gathered 150 per cent more in July than June; a significant contribution being greengages on the allotm

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

Transform any garden with this versatile solution

Andrew Oldham is busy bringing together vegetables and flowers to make the most of a sloping site