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In late March, interest in growing a garden hit an all-time high, according to Google Trends, while U.S. seed company W. Atlee Burpee & Co. reportedly sold more seeds then than any time in its 144-year history. The reason was simple: People were craving a smart solution to address the food supply anxiety that the…
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Growing tomatoes remains hugely popular worldwide as gardeners relish those summer harvests of juicy and delicious homegrown tomatoes. Every grower sets out at the start of each season with aspirations of lots of fruit to pick, and for that, you need healthy, thriving, and pest-free plants. It is always troubling when things go awry, but…
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When it comes to gardening, we tend to put all our attention on the main part out back and ignore our front gardens. This shouldn’t be the case, especially as it’s the very first impression visitors get of the house and provides the main note of greenery when it comes to city gardens. However much…
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The structure, located at the Cameron Road allotments in Chesham, was built by Sorbon Estates and The Garden Shed Project. This initiative, led by Sorbon’s Jordan Britnell and a team of volunteers, aims to provide year-round gardening opportunities for the charity’s members. The construction took place on November 8. The company’s charitable arm, the Shanly…
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Raven has recommended her favourite vegetables, for outdoor gardens Lettuce and rocket “Quick crops such as mizuna, any of the mustards, and salad rocket, which can be added to the quick-growing, cut-and-come-again lettuces, such as ‘Black Seeded Simpson’, ‘Merveille de Quatre Saisons’, and the oak-leaf ‘Solix’ or ‘Green Salad Bowl’. American/Land Cress is super speedy too.” Herbs “To give all…
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Plant expert Reena Gardner offers essential tips for beginners on growing vegetables or herbs indoors as a beginner. Gardner recommends researching the water and light needs of your plants and making sure to water them in the morning. She also notes that basil and mint are the easiest herbs to start with and that there…
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When you’re looking for low-maintenance garden border ideas, consider the color, texture, bloom time, and placement of your plants. Your choices will also depend on whether the border is close to a path, walkway, or driveway, or if it’s tucked in the backyard around a garden spot. Read on to learn about low-maintenance garden border…
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As our greenhouses wind down for winter, now is the perfect time to plan for the year ahead. From rainwater harvesting to natural pest control, the experts at Hartley Botanic have revealed the top greenhouse trends set to shape 2025. Garden greenhouses have become more popular over the years, allowing gardeners to extend the growing…
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Every week, Telegraph gardening expert Helen Yemm gives tips and advice on all your gardening problems whether at home or on the allotment. If you have a question, see below for how to contact her. Back to Basics – get to know your weeds Weeds are personal. They are, basically, any plants, be they intentionally…
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How to make a hydroponic garden BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) – The North Dakota Department of Agriculture (NDDA) is inviting K-12 public schools to apply for a grant that provides hydroponic gardens, giving students a hands-on STEM learning experience while promoting access to local foods. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil. Instead, plants…