Successful succession crops can be a real godsend. For me, it's especially useful for salad crops, which we use every day in our sandwiches, kid's lunches, and side salads. Why do we eat salad? A pre-meal salad was adopted by the ancient Greeks and then Romans. Of course, only the [...]

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Feeding your crop feeds their nutritional value. Give them a boost now and they’ll be better for you in return. Here’s why feeding your plants can mean the difference between nutrient-packed plenty for your family table or unhappy harvests. So feed, feed, feed for more of what your plants need. Best [...]

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Consider planting for scent, there are more benefits than just an attractive smell. There are proven mental and physical benefits of immersing yourself in pleasant aromas. And I can show you how to boost your health with scent through growing your own. What are the health effects of aromas? [...]

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As a nation, we love sugar. But it’s only in recent years that we’ve begun to question the health negatives of this indulgent ingredient. Perhaps you’ve been worried about sugar’s harm to your health and want to cut down. Well, growing your own provides you with many ways to enjoy a little sweet [...]

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Though we know a balanced diet is best, we don’t very often consider diversifying what we grow by colour. These quirky colours offer a smorgasbord of health advantages. So, spice up your supper with a splash of purples, reds, and oranges to enhance your health, and happiness. 1. Does colour mean [...]

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Blueberries are a favourite fruit of mine, thanks to their many health benefits. Full of anti-oxidants and vitamins, they are a wonderful addition to your diet. But did you know that there is a blueberry variety out there that isn't blue, but pink? Read on to find out about the Pink Lemonade Blueberry.  [...]

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Going organic when growing your own requires a high level of organization and persistence. You need to keep soil fed with compost and manures, rotate crops year after year, keep a beady eye on weeds, and much more. But is all this effort worth ditching the pesticides?   What is organic [...]

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A hot area of research in the last few years proves that the micro-organisms in our gut can affect everything from our mood to immune system function. Find out here how to boost your overall health easily through gut health management. What is the gut microbiome? Your gut microbiome is [...]

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Almost all of us use them. Souffles, omelettes, a fry up, cupcakes. Eggs are a regular in our kitchens. But did you realise that what you have been throwing away could be very useful in your garden? Read on to find out how. Why eggshells? [...]

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This warming winter dish is a perfect comfort food for those cosy evenings at home. This recipe card for chicken, kale and mushroom pot pie is easy to follow and you’ll have a tasty pie to serve. Growing kale You can grow kale in your garden to use in this pie [...]

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There’s still chance to get outside and make the most of the spring sunshine in your garden. Make an event of it and give everyone in the house a responsibility to get your garden ready for the festivities. Choosing your grill Whether you [...]

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