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Category: Gardening

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Celery growing guide

03/06/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Celery is a popular vegetable known for its crisp stalks and aromatic flavour, often used in soups, salads, and as a snack. Growing celery

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Perpetual spinach growing guide

01/06/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Perpetual spinach, also known as leaf beet, is a hardy and versatile green that offers a continuous harvest throughout much of the year. It

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Cucumbers growing guide

30/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Cucumbers are a refreshing and versatile vegetable, perfect for summer salads, sandwiches, and pickles. Growing cucumbers in the southeast of the UK is straightforward

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Leeks growing guide

28/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Leeks are a versatile and hardy vegetable, perfect for growing in the southeast of the UK. With their mild, onion-like flavour, they are a

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Parsnips growing guide

26/05/2024 Ian Growing guides

Introduction Parsnips are a classic root vegetable, cherished for their sweet, earthy flavour that develops after a touch of frost. Growing parsnips in the southeast

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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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