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Chilli update: Some like it hotter!
All chilli varieties fall within their own heat range on the Scoville Heat Scale. If you are new to the scale, the ratings …
Faithful planting companions
Plants that are given the backseat are great performers and are our gardens most faithful planting companions.
Watering plants during summer
Watering plants is essential in ensuring a thriving garden especially during summer months. Whilst the rain will …
Keeping hot chillies cool!
Don’t let conservatory and greenhouse chillies frazzle in the excessive heat. If you can’t move your plants outside…
An update from the greenhouse
In the small greenhouse there is a steady turnover of radishes, peas, amaranths zinnias and the Aloe Vera’s . . .
The importance of pot size when growing chillies
As we reach midsummer (where has the season gone!) chillies really take off, particularly in a warm conservatory . . .
Herb Garden
Herb gardens are becoming increasingly popular as gardeners discover how easy they are to grow and maintain.
A Small Gardening Space
When you live without any outdoor gardening space you realise just how much you previously took it for granted.