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for annuals like basil and coriander, as they're less likely to run to seed, enabling them to put their energy into leaf growth, instead.I've already had my first chive and mint harvests of the year, and can't wait for my first basil, tomato and mozzerella

m tall, though. I'm still not sure how I'll stake an 8m tall plant.)I haven't done anything special with my sunflowers yet, I've only watered them. Now I'm upping my game: this weekend I'll be harvesting nettles to make a nitrogen-rich feed, which I

) harvesting her first home-grown fruits a few months later.The one thing we had in common was early access to a garden. Would we be sat in this office without that privilege? Gardening doesn't just help heal temporary blips, it changes lives. That's why

are small onions that can be planted straight out on the plot during March or April. The sets slowly swell into large onions, ready to harvest in late summer. Onion sets are convenient, as they don't take up valuable greenhouse space at a time when it's at a

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to harvest in just 15 days, after the first cotyledon leaves have emerged. They may be grown all year round, have an intense flavour, and are easy to grow. 'Bright and Spicy' micro greens mix includes pak choi and red amaranth leaves.Micro greens salad

. Tayberries and loganberries need 2.5-3m between each plant. After planting, cut them back to a bud 25cm above the ground. With tayberries and loganberries, cut them to the same height, but wait until after harvesting to do so.Find out moreCatch up with Sarah

and ensure a perfect harvest. Many magic spells have been cast and incantations woven, but the weather can’t be changed.While we can do nothing to stop it being horrible, we can still find ways to keep ourselves busy. As I write, my garden is completely