Preparing a raised planter for the new growing season

Preparing a raised planter for the new growing season. Clearing out old plants and weeds and turning over the soil.

Companion planting guide from Thompson Morgan

Companion planting is about creating plant combinations which have mutual benefits to each other and is a more natural, organic way to deter pests and improve productivity in the fruit and vegetable garden.

 If you would like to learn more about companion planting please visit Thompson - Morgan 

Top tips and advice on growing your own from the RHS

If you are not sure what to grow this coming season top tips and advice found on the RHS (Royal Horticulture Society) website here may be the place to begin. Their monthly growing guides cover a variety of topics such as: growing fruit, vegetables and herbs, and growing in limited space such as containers.

How a wildlife-rich environment benefits both physical and mental health

"Evidence shows that a thriving, wildlife-rich environment benefits both physical and mental health. People with nature on their doorstep are more active, mentally resilient and have better all-round health. Every day, we are working to bring wildlife to more people, and more people to wildlife. Get involved and make socialising, volunteering and exercise in natural places central to your daily life". Source The Wildlife Trust website

I have to agree as I have and still do enjoy my time in the natural environment generally and being involved with the wilder side of the Green Heart Den, looking after the wildlife area, watching and  taking photos of the variety of species on the site. I find it very therapeutic and good for my physical and mental well being - Graham

Hopefully there will be more successful crops to harvest this year

Looking forward to a busy growing season

Think my planters need a little more work before hopefully another bumper crop of strawberries

Growing tomato plants from seed

If you would like to learn how to sow, plant and harvest tomatoes Gardeners World have may be able to help you with their free practical growing guide which includes; expert advice and a video guide to planting tomatoes in grow bags.

For top tips and free advice please visit the Gardeners World page here