Articles by shouball

Pumpkins

November 18, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction Pumpkins are great fun to grow with children. They are easy to cultivate, but need a sunny position, plenty of water and shelter from […]

Peas

November 18, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction There’s nothing like the flavour of freshly picked peas. Use them as quickly as possible once picked as they lose their sweetness. Dwarf varieties […]

Parsnips

November 18, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction A roast dinner isn’t complete without roast parsnips – and they add a whole new dimension to stews and casseroles too. The good news […]

Marrow

November 13, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction The marrow is an easy vegetable to grow – with care you can have a very large crop in a relatively short time. Marrow, courgette, squash […]

Lettuce

November 13, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction Choose the right varieties and you can have lettuce almost all year round. There are so many types of lettuce to choose from – […]

Jerusalem artichoke

November 12, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction This statuesque plant is a relative of the sunflower. Although it boasts attractive yellow flowers perched on 3m (10ft) stems, it is mainly grown […]

Globe artichokes

November 12, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction Globe artichokes (Cynara scolymus) are large, architectural perennial plants, which are grown for their large edible flower buds and ornamental enough for the flower […]

French beans

November 12, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction French beans are delicious and easy to grow in small gardens. They make great finger food for children, and are ideal for anyone who […]

Florence fennel

November 12, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction Florence fennel, a wonderfully ornamental vegetable, is grown for its swollen leaf bases or ‘bulbs’ and edible leaves. When using in salads, the flavour […]

Cucumbers

November 12, 2017 shouball 0

Introduction You can grow cucumbers in the ground, pots or in growing bags. Home-grown cucumbers taste fabulous. Choose the type that’s right for you – […]