One of the most confusing things for home gardeners is knowing what to feed — and when. Part of the Soil & Compost series:Soil Health for UK Gardens — start here for the foundations of healthy soil.Should You Dig Your Garden Soil or Not? — how soil structure affects growth long term. Garden centres are … Read more
Choosing the right compost is one of the most important decisions you can make when growing vegetables, yet it’s also one of the most confusing for UK gardeners. Walk into any garden centre and you’ll be faced with rows of bagged compost promising “excellent results”, “bumper crops”, or “professional quality” — often with very little … Read more
Composting is one of the most useful skills a home gardener can learn, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Many people try composting once, end up with a smelly bin or a soggy heap that never breaks down, and decide it’s more trouble than it’s worth. In reality, composting in the UK is … Read more