Growing guides

Courgettes are now a common, summer staple in the vegetable garden.

Delicious in salads and sandwiches, the crisp, sweet crunch of a cucumber is one of the joys of summer.

Garlic is the base of so many delicious dishes, and growing garlic at home is now very popular.

French beans are a versatile vegetable, producing attractive, long, thin pods, and creamy haricot beans. They are a...

Lupins are a traditional addition to any garden, providing colourful flowers from late spring through to mid-summer. The...

Onions (Allium cepa) are an essential ingredient in every cook’s store cupboard.

Nothing beats home-grown peas for their tenderness and taste.

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) are tubers that grow and form at the plant’s roots.

Delicious in pies, soups and stews, and full of vitamins and minerals, pumpkins are a tasty autumn and winter treat.

Runner beans (Phaseolus coccineus) are among the easiest and most rewarding vegetables to grow.

Grow your own salad and you can pick exactly how much you want and need.

Spring onions are a delicious addition to a whole range of dishes, from summer salads to stir-fries.