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varieties to grow at home.But for me, flavour remains high on my list of priorities, which is why old favourites like 'Conference' pears and 'Victoria' plums are hard to beat.Now let's just hope this growing season is an improvement on last year. It can

. These provide birds with instant sources of fat to boost their energy levels and improve their chances of survival.I'm determined that any freezing, starving birds in my neighbourhood can have a good meal at mine if they want it. I've part-filled my feeders

tomato hornworm and is said to improve the flavour of strawberries.BorageThyme, Thymus vulgaris makes a good companion plant for roses, as its strong scent deters blackfly. A tea made from soaking thyme leaves and sprayed on cabbages can prevent whitefly

circulation inside is vital.Easy accessIf you’re planning on growing in the beds inside your structure, choose a spot with decent soil, if you can, as you’ll be asking a lot from it. Poor soil can be improved by digging in organic matter, and raised beds

of purple. So it was back into the propagator with them till things improve. If you don't have a heated propagator, just move them into the house at night. It's a faff, but makes a huge difference.My February sowings, on the other hand, are doing brilliantly

longer. Cover the surface with coarse grit to improve drainage around the emerging seedlings, as well as retain moisture and deter algae.Label the tray, recording the names of the plants crossed and the date. Water thoroughly with a fine rose and place