Blog Feed: Grow Your Own Vegetables

How To Make Worm Compost

Published on 2011-07-01 10:25:04

Worm CompostingWhen it comes to making compost your self then there is nothing better to help things along than using worms to assist with the composting process. However be aware that you should not just use any old worms that you come across. This > read more

How To Make Compost

Published on 2011-06-30 10:51:59

How To Make CompostLet us face it we can buy bags of compost from any garden centre but they are not cheap to say the least, particularly now that peat compost has in effect been outlawed (In the UK you can only get peat compost if you have the right > read more

How To Grow Kiwi Fruit

Published on 2011-06-23 09:59:25

Let us face it Kiwi fruit are delicious to eat yet this great taste often comes at a price with some supermarkets charging up to £1 per fruit. They are often used as an accompaniment to deserts, such as ice cream, yet they are just as good to eat on > read more

How to make spicy tomato soup

Published on 2011-06-22 10:05:31

Spicy Tomato SoupAt any time of year but particularly in the depths of Winter you just cannot beat having a nice bowl of spicy tomato soup, yet most supermarkets and restaurants only serve plain tomato soup. And whilst it is great served with a swirl > read more

container gardening supplies

Published on 2011-06-16 04:23:45

When it comes to container gardening one of the best things about it is it is cheap to get going as you can start with just a couple of old flower pots, indeed some of the best container gardeners have blagged all of their pots from relatives or frie > read more

How To Grow Herbs

Published on 2011-06-15 04:29:39

Herbs are fairly easy to grow overall, and by growing them yourself you save a fortune compared to buying them in the shops where dried herbs are very expensive.When it comes to growing herbs there are so many out there I will not cover them all indi > read more

How To Grow Borecole

Published on 2011-06-14 14:42:17

Borecole or kale as it is otherwise known is one of the hardiest brassicas that you can plant, and taste great either raw in salad, boiled like a normal vegetable, or even fried.Although it does not like heat and it likes an open position rather than > read more

how to grow butternut squash

Published on 2011-06-14 10:51:09

Growing butternut squash can be a labour of love as there is a lot that can wrong when growing them, as they need warm soil and lots of water. However they are very expensive to buy in the shops and as such it is worth making the effort to try and gr > read more

how to grow celeriac

Published on 2011-06-02 04:56:23

How To Grow CeleriacCeleriac is a great tasting vegetable, it can be served boiled, but is far better served roasted. Indeed if you are roasting it then adding some garlic or chili infused oil can really bring out the flavour of it.Celeriac is actual > read more

How to grow pumpkins

Published on 2011-05-27 05:34:17

When it comes to kids and Halloween you simply must have a pumpkin, yet in recent years the price of pumpkins has skyrocketed with them selling for £5 for a small pumpkin and £10 for a large one.Also demand for them in recent years has jumped up ma > read more

How To Grow Gherkins

Published on 2011-05-27 04:29:04

When it comes to gherkins you either love them or hate them, you either like the taste of them or you do not, there is no middle ground. Many people dislike the taste when they are younger but then grow to like them when they are older.In the shops y > read more

cooking french green beans wrapped in bacon

Published on 2011-05-24 04:10:40

How to cook french green beans wrapped in baconIngredientsServes 4 people.24 to 30 French or green beans4 Rashers of bacon Cocktail sticks MethodTake the Haricot or French beans (any green beans will do) and wash them, trim > read more

How To Grow Artichokes

Published on 2011-05-20 16:15:49

Artichokes are often considered an exotic vegetable, as they are seemingly hard to grow and this maybe true if you live in a cooler climate. However to grow nice artichokes you do not actually need endless days of sunshine and a Californian climate.A > read more

How To Grow Grapefruits

Published on 2011-05-01 07:53:21

Unlike some citrus plants grapefruit is relatively easy to grow from seed. Indeed all you need to do is save the seed pips from your next grapefruit. Once you have thoroughly washed them, leave them soaking in warm water for half an hour prior to pla > read more

How To Grow Lemons

Published on 2011-05-01 05:34:17

When it comes to Lemon trees you have two choices, grow a lemon tree from seed, or buy one of the dwarf varieties of lemon tree.Growing from seed is easy and just requires you to place the seed in damp compost much like you would germinate any other > read more

How To Grow Limes

Published on 2011-05-01 05:04:27

If you live in a tropical climate, then you can grow lime trees very easily. However, if like most of us you live in an area that get Winters as well as Summers a little more work will be needed. When it comes to growing lime trees then you have two > read more

How To Grow Oranges

Published on 2011-04-25 08:06:02

Choose a good location for your Orange tree.A warm & sunny location is best. Yet ideally sheltered from the wind. You may need to wrap your orange tree in a fleece in Winter if cold is a concern. Indeed in Northern Europe you may need to have your or > read more

How To Grow Apples

Published on 2011-04-25 06:37:51

Apple trees can be grown in several different ways, either grown up against a wall or simply like a normal tree which is planted in your lawn. You can also train them to grow in pyramid shape so that the fruit is easy to pick. Guide To Growing Apples > read more

Container Gardening

Published on 2011-04-24 09:59:30

If you only have a small patio, a tiny garden, or live in a flat with a small balcony or even a window box then container gardening is the thing for you. Growing vegetables in containers is easy and take very little time to do, yet can give great res > read more

How To Grow Yams

Published on 2011-04-24 07:32:24

How To Grow YamsYams are very similar in taste to sweet potatoes, in that they are a sweet tasting root vegetable, and indeed you could be forgiven for thinking that they are exactly the same, and when it comes to growing yams the principles are very > read more

How To Grow French Beans

Published on 2011-04-24 06:01:37

How To Grow French BeansFrench beans taste much like runner beans and are just as easy to grow, they tend to come in dwarf varieties, and this means that they are also well suited to growing in containers, as you only need to use very small garden ca > read more

how to grow aubergines

Published on 2011-04-23 13:51:54

How To Grow AuberginesThey are one of the more exotic vegetables that are grown in the United Kingdom, and predominantly they have to be grow indoors even in the South West Of England, Summer temperatures in the evening can drop down to a level where > read more

How To Grow Sweet Potatoes

Published on 2011-04-23 10:11:52

Sweet potatoes are actually the 6th most prolific crop grown in the World today with 90% being grown in Asia. Simply put they are to my mind the best tasting root vegetable going! I love sweet potatoes, especially when roasted.Growing sweet potatoes > read more

How to grow runner beans

Published on 2011-04-23 09:09:38

How To Grow Runner BeansRunner beans are simply put one of the best crops you can grow in your garden, and even if you just have a patio garden then you can still grow them in a large container. They are ideal when grown in a raised bed or in a conta > read more

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Published on 2010-06-21 10:11:13

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How to grow spring onions - growing spring onions

Published on 2009-10-15 13:48:32

How to Plant Spring OnionsYour garden might not feel complete without some spring onions. You might call this type of onions, green onions (though they come in other colors too) or scallions. It does not take much of a green thumb to grow spring on > read more

How to grow turnips - growing turnips

Published on 2009-10-15 13:40:30

If you are looking for a vegetable with plenty of Vitamin C, you might not realize that turnips are a good choice. It is nice to know that you can grow turnips without too much difficulty in a backyard garden. It is possible to enjoy more than one > read more

How to grow tomatoes - Growing tomatoes

Published on 2009-09-14 13:44:41

Enjoy delicious tomatoes from your own garden. Grow large and healthy tomatoes without needing to purchase them at your local market. It is not too difficult to grow a successful crop of tomatoes.Tomatoes need a good deal of sunlight. It is best i > read more

How to grow spinach - Growing spinach

Published on 2009-09-14 11:13:45

If you want to be strong like Popeye, you should grow spinach in your garden. Spinach is not overly difficult to grow. Fertile soil that is not too heavy and offers a PH between 6 and 7 is ideal for successfully growing spinach. Spinach grows well > read more

How to grow Parsnips - Growing Parsnips

Published on 2009-09-11 12:31:09

If you are looking for a vegetable that you can grow even if you live in a colder weather climate, consider parsnips. These plants are sturdy enough to survive cold weather. In fact, they thrive in colder weather climates and will actually grow in > read more

How to grow Melons - Growing Melons

Published on 2009-09-11 11:48:16

If you love cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew and other fruits of the melon family, you might want to consider growing melons in your own garden. We will provide some general instructions on how to grow watermelons in a backyard garden. There are a > read more

How to grow Radishes

Published on 2009-09-11 11:12:19

If you are new to gardening, radishes might be one of the first vegetables you should try to grow. They are typically not very difficult to grow. They mature and are ready to be harvested in a short amount of time. Radishes are often easy to keep > read more