It is time to think outside the box and get creative with your garden. Why not try growing cranberry bushes in the UK? Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, with…
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How to Grow Blackberries
Abundant in hedgerows, the blackberry is a tasty fruit to be enjoyed in late summer and autumn each year. But did you know you can grow blackberries in your garden…
How to Grow Celeriac
Celeriac is a root vegetable that is not always the first thing folk want to grow in their garden or allotment. With its knobbly appearance, it might not be a…
How to Grow Rhubarb
Rhubarb is a versatile fruit that’s delicious in a variety of desserts, jellies, jams and compotes. It takes little effort to grow rhubarb at home. It is a perennial plant…
How to Grow Grapes
Ever wondered how to grow grape vines in the UK? Well, you’d be surprised at how well they do grow. It might not surprise you to know that they tend…
How to Grow Currant Bushes
Currant bushes are easy plants to grow and really brighten up the garden with their shiny fruit. Red, black and white currants are tasty to eat straight off the bush,…
How to Grow Tomatoes
Tomatoes are the taste of British summertime. Juicy, tangy and sweet, home grown tomatoes have a flavour that is unrivalled by shop bought produce. Whatever size space you have, there…
How to Grow Cherry Trees
There’s nothing better to eat than a freshly picked, sweet cherry. The glossy fruits are also a nutritious addition to many desserts. Cherry trees are often seen in back gardens,…
How to Grow Carrots
Carrots are easy to grow, either in containers or in the veggie patch. They have a variety of culinary uses, and probably one of the most consumed vegetables in the…
How to Grow a Plum Tree
Growing your own plum tree will give you a decent yield of sweet, juicy plums to enjoy in the late summertime. There are lots of plum varieties available, from sweet…
How to Grow Chilli Peppers
Whether you like them super-hot, or just to warm your taste buds, chilli peppers add heat and flavour to a variety of dishes. Even better, growing chilli peppers at home…
How to Grow Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a tasty addition to the home grown table and, although they do require a bit of room, they are a worthwhile crop to grow. Cauliflowers are great as…