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Plant Bare-Root Fruit in February

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Bare-root fruit trees and bushes are a cost-effective and eco-friendly way to establish a productive garden. February is the perfect time to plant them...

Chitting Potatoes – How-To, and Why It’s Important

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Chitting potatoes is an age-old practice that gives seed potatoes a head start before planting. By encouraging the development of strong sprouts, you’ll ensure...

Growing Winter Vegetables: A Beginner’s Guide

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Winter gardening offers the opportunity to enjoy fresh, homegrown produce even in the colder months. By selecting the right vegetables, preparing your garden, and...

Allotment Planner 2025

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MonthWhat to PlantKey TasksJanuaryNone (focus on planning and soil preparation).Plan crop rotation, order seeds, clean tools, improve soil.FebruarySow tomatoes, chillies, aubergines indoors.Prepare ground, install...

Guide to Companion Planting on Your Allotment

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Companion planting is a traditional gardening method that pairs plants strategically to support their growth, deter pests, and boost overall yields. For allotment gardeners,...

Can You Grow Oranges in the UK?

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Growing oranges in the UK can be challenging due to the cooler climate, but it’s possible with the right care and conditions. Here's how...

Prune Apple Trees

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Pruning is an essential task for maintaining healthy, productive apple trees. Proper pruning shapes the tree, improves fruit quality, and prevents disease. Here’s everything...

Force Rhubarb: A Gardener’s Guide

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Forcing rhubarb is a traditional gardening technique that produces tender, sweet stalks, perfect for early-season pies, crumbles, and jams. This method involves excluding light...

Grow Plants From Kitchen Scraps

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Grow plants from kitchen scraps for free! Fruits 1. Citrus (Lemons, Oranges, Limes) Germination Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F) Steps: Plant fresh seeds in moist soil and keep in a...

How to Preserve Vegetables by Blanching

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Preserving vegetables is a wonderful way to enjoy your garden’s bounty all year round. One of the most effective and easy methods is blanching....
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Grow Your Own refers to cultivating fruits, vegetables, herbs, and edible plants at home or in an allotment, offering fresh, nutritious produce right at your fingertips. Whether you have a sprawling garden, a sunny patio, or even just a windowsill, growing your own food allows you to enjoy the satisfaction of nurturing plants while reducing your reliance on store-bought produce.

This practice supports sustainable living, encourages biodiversity, and can be tailored to any skill level. From quick-growing salad greens to long-term investments like fruit trees, “grow your own” is a rewarding and versatile way to connect with nature, eat seasonally, and make the most of the available growing space.

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