Why is gardening good? with David Domoney
Many people garden to get outdoors for some much-needed fresh air or to spend time doing a hobby to help them relax and de-stress. But the benefits of gardening don’t stop there. There is plenty of...
Herbs and spices
Herbs and spices
Herbs and spices can really liven up a meal. If you'd like to grow your own, our guide will take you through which plants would thrive in your garden along with how to care for them.
Advice & inspiration
Growing at home with David Domoney
Whether inside or out, if you’re giving growing at home a go, I’ve got the very best practices for plentiful plants...
Recipe: Mulled cider
At this time of year, mulled wine is a festive warming drink that gets a lot of attention, but we think mulled cider...
August planting and harvesting guide
August is a glorious month to enjoy the ripening fruit and veg that you’ve been growing this year.
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Bring the fragrance indoors with David Domoney
Fragrance has the power to unlock memories and transport us back in time. By introducing fragranced plants to our homes...
Plants with benefits
Plants are good for us. They make our homes and gardens look beautiful, they give us a sense of purpose and they can...
Hotter than the sun chillies
We’ve put together some of the hottest chillis on the Scoville Scale, along with a few tips for growing chillis at home...
The herb and spice World map
Just where in the world do all the amazing herbs we use come from? Have a look below and find out where your favourite...
Chilli peppers (Capsicum annuum)
It seems that most people now have at least 1 or 2 chilli pepper plants at home - it has become incredibly trendy! The...
Thanksgiving dinner: the way the pilgrims did it
Thanksgiving dinner, the way the Pilgrims did it compared to today has a great deal of similarities. Thanksgiving is one...
Homebrew recipes
Homebrewing isn’t exactly a new concept or fad that has just materialised. Of course, home brewing and creating your own...
Garlic (Allium sativum)
Growing garlic at home is now very popular. It’s an easy vegetable to grow – just plant a garlic clove into the soil...
How to start growing herbs in your garden
Herbs are one of the best plants to grow when you have a nice bit of sunshine to enjoy. With some nice soil as well as...
Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Sweet basil brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your food and is the perfect partner for all tomato dishes, spaghetti...
Organic gardening: 10 ways to get started
Organic gardening is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to expensive, tasteless and out of season fruit and...
How to grow garlic
As the basis of cuisines from across the world whether Italian, Chinese or everyone’s favourite British staple roast...