Planning

First, the bad news: fruit just won’t grow in our British winters. Your gooseberry, blackcurrant and raspberry bushes will all be woody stumps by Christmas; but, if you’ve planned well, you could...

We all need to cut down on supermarket spending, so growing our own food has become more attractive than ever. Although it can be hard to plan a harvest that will feed the family all year round,...

Legumes – or beans – are an excellent source of protein, and well worth giving some space in your vegetable garden. They’re very useful in vegetarian cooking, as they provide a cheap and easy source...

Planning your garden or plot for self-sufficiency involves a certain amount of knowledge – and a healthy dose of experience. This article covers some techniques for anyone who is interested in...

If you’re faced with a glut of fresh vegetables or fruit, you can save space by using your freezer as an extra storage area. Here are some tips and recipes for making the most of your freezer...