A comprehensive guide on how to grow Nasturtium Seeds; including soil preparation and position, when and how to sow, and common pests and diseases. View guide.
Nasturtiums are found in many parts of the world. Tropaeolum majus is believed to have originated in the Andes from Bolivia north to Colombia. The seeds were taken to Europe from Peru by Spanish explorers in the 16th century. The name ‘nasturtium’ ... Read article.
Gardens look much more appealing with some color and life but many people don't know where to start when it comes to flowers. However some flowers are so easy to grow that all you have to do is sow, water and enjoy. Read article.
Enjoy the beauty and benefits of nasturtiums by planting them in your garden. These pretty plants are easy to grow, edible, and a great companion plant. Read article.
Bees play vital part in the production of many of the world's food crops. Unfortunately though, bees are under threat from intensive farming, disease, and even climate change. This article explains how planning your garden with bees can make difference. Read article.
Self-seeding flowers are a great way to blur the lines between a carefully cultivated garden and a wild natural look. They're easy to grow but also provide colour throughout the season. This article describes the advantages of growing self-seeding plants. Read article.
Growing trap crops is a powerful way of controlling pests completely organically. This article describes how it works, and how to get the best from the technique. Read article.
Chickens love to forage on all kinds of veggie patch scraps and kitchen trimmings. But you can vary their diet even more by growing some plants specifically as chicken feed supplements. Here are some of the easiest and best ideas to try. Read article.
Growing edible flowers adds colour, flavour and novelty to the plate while also adding beauty to the garden. Here are five of our favourite edible flowers to grow and eat. Read article.