by admin | Jan 24, 2024 | Fruit/Vegetables, Grow Your Own
Lime trees look tropical and glamorous, but they’re not just for big gardens and sunny patios. With the right variety and a bit of know-how, you can grow a productive lime tree in a pot in your home or conservatory – and pick your own limes for drinks, cooking, and...
by admin | Jan 23, 2024 | Grow Your Own, Fruit/Vegetables
Kale has gone from “old-fashioned cabbage cousin” to one of the most popular leafy greens you can grow at home. It’s hardy, productive for months, and surprisingly forgiving – perfect whether you’re just starting out or filling every spare pot with veg. If you want to...
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...