Tips & tricks

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Monthly Focus

2008

April	Broad beans have more to offer than the ones your Mum made you eat as a kid!
March	A taste of...Tomatillos, another excellent article from Elaine, go on, try something different this year.
February	A taste of...Borlotti Beans, everything you need to know about growing these colourful and tasty beans.
January	Ever wondered where to buy your seeds? Are you lost on the internet under pages of information? Or perhaps you want to support local nurseries but don't know where to start? Well, thanks to Elaine, this essential guide shows you the best suppliers.

2007

December	Blight. All you need to know to protect your crops next year. Click here for information and pictures.
November	They're everywhere! Slugs have been a big problem this year with all the damp weather. Click here to read about slugs.
October	Rabbits are a major problem for most allotment sites. Click here for more information about rabbits and how you can protect your crops.

 

 

Seed Sowing Guide

Your rough guide as to when to plant your vegetable seeds is available here.