Growing your own fruit and vegetables is always a valuable enterprise and never more so when food prices are rising. Here we will look at how to grow Cavolo Nero which translates to “Black Cabbage”, a type of very dark and textured Kale strongly associated with Tuscany, but actually grown and regarded highly all through … Read more
A tall and beautiful plant, Hollyhocks are associated with cottage gardens and at up to two metres high can create a stunning backdrop to a border. Something to bear in mind is that Hollyhocks are predominantly biennial or short-lived perennials, which means they spend the first year establishing a root system and foliage, and will … Read more
It is likely that whatever your growing space, be it garden, paved area or balcony, you will have areas that are naturally shaded for some or most of the day. In my garden the left had side gets all the sun, while the right-hand side is shaded by a fence that runs the length of … Read more
A really eye-catching idea that has become very fashionable lately is a hanging basket planted up with succulents. You can use lots of different succulents or just one type if you prefer, and even incorporate trailing varieties for a vertical component. Here I will cover how to make a succulent hanging basket, as well as … Read more
I love chillies. I am addicted for sure and love both fresh and pickled on practically every meal, including breakfast! They are great in so many types of cuisine from Asian, to Mexican and European. There are many varieties to choose from depending on how spicy you want the fruit to be, and what size … Read more