Garlic
Garlic is one of the most versatile of plants. It is used for flavour in cooking. As a medicinal herb, it can keep all kinds of viruses at bay. It is also perfect… Read More
Autumn is known as the beginning of the Garden Year. There is warmth still in the soil to help germinate seeds. Winter growth promotes hardiness in plants, resulting in better longevity. In the… Read More
A lot has been said about compost. But the Compost Gardener knows that compost can be used for more than just providing nutrients to the soil. It’s not for the faint of heart.… Read More
Coriander is a staple component of my family’s diet. Whenever appropriate, we put the leaves (known as cilantro in other parts of the world) into our stir-fry, salad or on top of curry.… Read More
Planting seeds sounds so simple, yet I have failed at it over and over again. In fact Mrs and Miss Gardener planted carrot and pea seeds in the early Summer for fun. It… Read More