by admin | Jan 22, 2024 | Fruit/Vegetables, Grow Your Own
There’s something special about having your own olive tree – silvery leaves, Mediterranean vibes, and, with luck, your own olives to cure or press. The good news? Growing olive trees at home is easier than it looks, as long as you choose the right variety, give it...
by admin | Aug 27, 2023 | Fruit/Vegetables, Grow Your Own
Dwarf lemon trees are one of the easiest ways to bring a little “Mediterranean sunshine” into a small flat or patio – and yes, you really can get real lemons from a pot in the UK. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about dwarf lemon trees...
by admin | Jun 24, 2023 | Pest & Disease Control, Grow Your Own
Peach Tree Diseases: How to Spot, Treat and Prevent Problems When you’ve put time into training a peach tree in a pot or small garden, it’s horrible to see leaves curling, fruit rotting or branches dying back. The good news is that most peach tree diseases can be...
by admin | May 21, 2023 | Grow Your Own, Fruit/Vegetables
Growing strawberries is one of the most satisfying things you can do in the garden. They don’t need loads of space, they crop quickly, and home-grown strawberries taste far better than anything from the supermarket. With the right soil, watering, and simple care, you...
by admin | May 21, 2023 | Grow Your Own, Fruit/Vegetables
Growing kiwi at home is easier than it looks. With the right variety, support, and simple care, you can train kiwi vines up a trellis or fence and enjoy loads of fresh, tangy fruit from your own garden or patio. If you’d like more help with long-term vine health,...
by admin | Apr 30, 2023 | Fruit/Vegetables, Grow Your Own
Home-grown carrots taste miles better than the bagged ones from the shop. They’re sweeter, crispier, and you can pull them straight from the soil when you’re ready to eat. The good news? Learning how to grow carrots is very beginner-friendly once you get the soil,...