What to Do in the Garden in August – Veg, Herb & Fruit Guide
August is a month of contrasts in the garden. On one hand, your plants are in full swing — tomatoes ripening daily, courgettes hiding under leaves, herbs reaching their peak …
August is a month of contrasts in the garden. On one hand, your plants are in full swing — tomatoes ripening daily, courgettes hiding under leaves, herbs reaching their peak …

If you’ve never grown cucumbers before, you’re in the right place — and I promise, it’s not as tricky as you might think. With their fresh, crisp crunch and juicy …
There’s something truly satisfying about growing your own corn. Those tall green stalks swaying in the breeze, the thrill of peeling back a husk to reveal golden kernels — and …
Pruning your tomato plants might feel a bit ruthless at first — all that snipping and pinching! But done right, it helps your plants focus on producing a bigger, healthier …
Tomatoes are one of the most rewarding crops to grow — few things beat the taste of a sun-warmed, homegrown tomato fresh from the vine. But they can also be …
If you’ve ever wandered into your garden, excited to check on your plants — only to find holes in the leaves, sticky residue, or a chewed-up seedling — you’re not …
Today, we’re diving into the delightful world of low-maintenance flowers that practically take care of themselves. If you’re a busy professional, a parent juggling multiple tasks, or someone who prefers …
Ah, July. The garden is in full swing, and everything feels like it’s finally settled into its summer rhythm. But if you’re anything like me, it can sometimes feel like …
If there’s one garden we’ve had the most fun with, it’s this one. We rolled out some dough, scattered whatever toppings we had from the garden — and that was …
I’m going to let you in on one of my favourite gardening secrets: you don’t need a big garden to have a blooming lovely summer. Right now, they’re bursting with …
I don’t know about you, but when life gets busy (which is most weeks), I often find myself looking at the garden thinking, “What should I be doing out here …
Sweet peas—oh, where do I even begin? These little beauties are like a secret garden treasure: easy to grow, packed with fragrance, and full of charm. If you’re working with …
You don’t need a big garden—or even a patch of grass—to grow your own vegetables. Honestly, if you’ve got a patio, a balcony, or just a sunny doorstep, that’s plenty. …