You don’t need a big backyard to grow real food. You need a plan that doesn’t turn into a messy, weedy guessing game by week three. That’s why square foot gardening has stuck around: it takes…
Fresh vegetables taste different when they come from a pot you can reach in a single step, a quick snip of greens, a warm cherry tomato, a handful of basil that turns a plain meal into…
A little patch of sun can mess with your head, it looks too small to matter, yet it’s exactly the kind of space that rewards smart planning. Give it a layout that fits your life, your…
Do you want a garden that feeds your body and your Instagram feed? Did you know that the French have been perfecting perfect ‘edible aesthetics’ since the Middle Ages (shame they didn’t think about inventing Instagram…
The garden is a place of growth, beauty, and sometimes, unwanted visitors. Birds and pests can wreak havoc on your plants, undoing hours of hard work. Scarecrows for garden DIY projects have been a traditional solution,…
As the crisp autumn air settles in and leaves transform into a tapestry of reds and golds, many gardeners bid farewell to their summer harvests. But what if the end of summer didn’t signal the end…
Cold frames are simple structures used in gardening to extend the growing season and protect plants from harsh weather conditions. These unheated, outdoor enclosures consist of a transparent roof that allows sunlight to enter and insulated…
Fall gardening offers a unique opportunity to extend your growing season and enjoy a bountiful harvest well into the cooler months. As temperatures drop and daylight hours decrease, savvy gardeners can take advantage of these changing…
Harvesting fresh vegetables from your garden as autumn approaches offers a unique gardening experience. Fall gardening extends the growing season and often encounters fewer pest problems than summer gardens. Success in fall gardening hinges on several…
Previously we have looked at planting layouts for 8x4ft raised garden beds. Generally, this size raised bed tends to work well, but you sometimes need to use smaller-sized beds such as 4x4ft in smaller gardens or…
Ever bitten into a juicy, homegrown tomato that bursts with flavor unlike anything you’ve ever tasted at the store? Or enjoyed a crisp salad made with lettuce you nurtured from seed to harvest? There’s a special…
Forget the tired rows of veggies and the same old flower beds! Envisage a garden that’s a feast for your eyes, your nose, and most importantly, your table. We’re talking about foodscaping, and it’s ready to transform…
Imagine a garden, a sanctuary where each leaf, flower, and blade of grass performs in a harmonious ballet, orchestrated by the predictable rhythms of the seasons. Now, envision this delicate dance disrupted, as this fall, El…
Starting a vegetable garden can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it requires careful planning and preparation to ensure success. From choosing the right location and determining the size of your garden, to selecting the…
The UK’s Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has become deeply concerned that tomatoes and lavender plants could be under threat from imported pathogens and pests this summer. The organization has flagged up that the with increasingly warmer…
