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Gamekeeper's Cottage

Category: Growing guides

Here you will find growing guides for common fruit and vegetables. These are taken from my family’s own records over a number of years.

Courgettes growing guide

24/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Courgettes, also known as zucchinis, are a popular choice for home gardeners in the southeast of the UK. These prolific producers are easy to

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Runner beans growing guide

22/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Runner beans are a popular choice for UK gardeners, especially in the southeast. Known for their long, tasty pods and vibrant flowers, they add

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Elephant garlic growing guide

20/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Elephant garlic, despite its name, is more closely related to leeks than to regular garlic. Known for its large cloves and mild flavour, elephant

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French beans growing guide

18/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction French beans, also known as green beans or snap beans, are a popular and versatile vegetable that can be grown in the southeast of

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Radishes growing guide

16/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Radishes are a fast-growing, easy-to-grow root vegetable that can be harvested in as little as four weeks. Their crisp texture and peppery flavour make

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Broad bean growing guide

14/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Broad beans, also known as fava beans, are a versatile and nutritious addition to any vegetable garden in the southeast of the UK. They

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Beetroot growing guide

12/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Beetroot is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that’s relatively easy to grow in the southeast of the UK. Known for its sweet, earthy flavour

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Asparagus growing guide

10/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Asparagus is a delightful and nutritious vegetable that’s easy to cultivate, offering fresh shoots from mid-spring to early summer.

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