Fertilizer can make the difference between success and failure in your garden; especially if, like me, you grow an array of fruits and vegetables each year. More nutrients means healthier plants and better yields. Unfortunately artificial fertilizers can be expensive, heavy to carry and can come with a wealth of safety warnings. In this article, … Read more
Rhubarb is a plant that enjoys summer-like weather. Sadly this weather typically doesn’t last for long in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Forcing rhubarb is a way to “trick” your rhubarb plants into fruiting earlier in the year, extending your harvesting season. Just as importantly forced rhubarb tends to have a sweeter flavor, and … Read more
The guava tree is native to Central and South America and grows to around 20-33 ft in height. While the tree itself is reasonably attractive, it is most commonly cultivated for the delicious fruits. When sliced open, guava fruits can look very similar to watermelon, however the flavour is much stronger, often said to be … Read more
Rosemary is one of my absolute favorite herbs. I never tire of that heady scent when I brush against a rosemary bush while gardening, or the flavour of rosemary when added to recipes. Just as excitingly, however, rosemary is super-simple to propagate from cuttings when the conditions are right. Whether you’re looking to expand your … Read more
Lovage is a sweet tasting herb originating from the Mediterranean region. In appearance it broadly resembles a mix between celery and cilantro with its light green stems and leaves. A prolific and fast-growing plant, every gardener should try growing lovage at least once. While lovage plants are commonly available from garden centers, growing lovage from … Read more
The bitter gourd is a vigorous vine that is native to the tropics and Asia. Also known as “balsam pear” and “bitter cucumber”, the fruits look rather like like bumpy cucumbers. If you’re looking to grow something a little bit “different” then you could do a lot worse than these unusual gourds. The odd-looking fruits … Read more
Greenhouses are an odd possession. When they’re new and in perfect working order there can be few more pleasant things to own. They’re the perfect opportunity to get seeds started early, to grow crops you otherwise couldn’t, and to extend the growing season late into the year. The problem comes when greenhouses start to get … Read more
African violets love full sun and thrive in hot conditions, which makes them a perfect houseplant for sunny windowsills. Native to Tanzania, their cheerful flowers can be anything from white to purple to pink. Over the years dedicated breeders have created all manner of different color variations; so much so that there is now an … Read more
Over the years I’ve bought from Thompson and Morgan a number of times. On each occasion I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the service. Having recently moved into a new property, complete with an almost plant-free garden, I decided it was time to test out their “garden ready plants” to see if they represent a quick, … Read more
Selecting the best propane generator for your needs isn’t easy. There are just so many different models on the market, each offering a huge range of varying features. Where do you even start? That’s exactly what we’ll be covering in this monster 5,000+ word guide, that will show you everything you need to know. We’ll … Read more