How to sow and grow strawberries UK
Make milkshakes, mocktails and cocktails, slather them in fresh cream, top cakes and deserts, or give them a wash and eat them straight from the vine! That’s right, it’s strawberry season! Strawberries are one of the nation’s most beloved fruits. The wild varieties have been growing in Britain since the Ice Age, and the first…
Read More...How to sow and grow tomatoes UK
Tomatoes are a delicious summer staple. Juicy pockets of refreshing flavour, no salad is complete without them! Like all fruit and veg, tomatoes taste a whole lot better when you’ve grown them yourself. You can taste the sunshine! Easy to grow, there are plenty of varieties to choose from. This includes the classic cherry and…
Read More...How to sow and grow nasturtiums UK
Although it might not be the easiest plant to include in phonics lessons, Nasturtiums are another brilliant flower for getting younger members of schools and communities growing flowers. Fascinating facts about Nasturtiums… They’re edible! These flowers are often used to enhance the look and flavour of salads with the peppery taste of their gorgeous…
Read More...How to sow and grow sunflowers UK
Sunflowers are one of the nation’s favourite flowers. And it’s not hard to see why. Their vast, golden blooms are like slices of sunshine. Plus, their impressive height makes a real statement in the garden. The good news is that annual sunflowers bloom from summer into autumn. And, to enjoy them all summer long, all…
Read More...How to sow and grow lettuce UK
None of us want to be slaving over a hot stove when the sun’s out. The perfect solution? Salad! So, why not give growing lettuce a go in your school or community garden? Salad season is officially upon us! When it comes to the crunch, growing your own lettuce is easy, cheaper, and far tastier…
Read More...How to bake a carrot cake
Lots of people are put off by Carrot cake because…well…carrots don’t belong in baked goods! But today, we’re here to prove otherwise. Follow our simple recipe and discover for yourself why your home-grown carrots are the perfect addition to a cake. Ingredients… 260g of plain flour 2 tsp of baking soda ½ tsp of Salt…
Read More...How to sell your garden
Don’t panic! We’re not about to ask you to hang up your spade and lock up your greenhouse. We’re talking about using what you grow in your garden to raise money that you can put towards your garden. This is also a great opportunity to get members of schools and communities interested, and ultimately, get…
Read More...How to survive: Hosepipe Bans
The bane of every gardener’s life, hosepipe bans are slowly becoming a common part of life up and down the country. Up to 640,000 households across Devon and Cornwall are currently facing their own, enforced by South West Water in efforts to ‘break through the drought cycle’. This is a direct result of 2022, where…
Read More...How to control garden pests UK
It’s no secret that our gardens are full of creepy crawlies, and that’s okay. Some of them play an important role in maintaining a healthy garden. Others…not so much. It’s impossible not to run a garden without encountering some pesky pests from time to time. And can you blame them? Your school or community garden…
Read More...Bake your own beetroot brownies
Beetroots are a bit like Marmite. A love it or hate it vegetable. But did you know you can bake Beetroots into gorgeous brownies that everyone will enjoy? Chocolatey and nutritious, with around half the fat of regular brownies, these are a great way to seamlessly introduce healthier sweet treats into communities and classrooms. Why…
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