Raven has recommended her favourite vegetables, for outdoor gardensย Lettuce and rocket โQuick crops such asย mizuna, any of the mustards, and salad rocket, which can be added to the quick-growing, cut-and-come-again lettuces, such as โBlack Seeded Simpsonโ, ‘Merveilleย deย Quatreย Saisonsโ, and the oak-leaf โSolixโย or โGreen Salad Bowlโ. American/Land Cress is super speedy too.โ Herbs โTo give all…
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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A is for action plan Before you do anything, consider the three Ss, says Lori Laing, gardener and co-founder of Laing Landscapes: sun (how much your garden gets, and from what direction); soil type; and sitting spot. โPlan the space around how you will relax in it,โ Laing says. โIf itโs a north-facing garden, the…
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Any seasoned green thumb will tell you: If you have an interest in picking up gardening, you need to learn the language. Understanding common soil, garden, and flower terminology will set you on your way, whether you’re asking landscapers for their best tips, purchasing materials for your new flower bed, or just educating yourself about…
If you want to plant a kitchen garden, start with the easiest vegetables to grow to ensure success.ย There is little more fulfilling in life than cultivating your own crops from tiny seeds. Not only are home-grown vegetables tastier than store bought, but they are healthier and free from chemicals.ย Start planning your kitchen garden…
Thereโs a lot to learn about gardening but when it comes to the basics of planting, pruning, and feeding, there are crucial gardening tips for beginners that every gardener should know. You donโt need a degree in horticulture to develop those green fingers, you simply need to know where to start. Luckily, our team of…