THEY are as easy to grow as lettuces, an extremely useful follow-on crop after broad beans have finished and decorative enough for a small garden. Chinese cabbage, pak choi and other oriental veg are perfect for adding to stir-fries and spicy salads.Read
THEIR trumpet-shaped blooms hail the true start of spring, whether in dazzling yellow or more subtle, paler hues. So, what is the difference between daffodils and narcissi?Read
SPRING is a perfect time to blow away the cobwebs and venture outdoors – so any Mother's Day presents with an emphasis on the garden will be welcomed.Read
THE advantage of planting onion sets rather than seed is that a crop is produced in a much shorter time. They are actually small, immature onions, which grow to form a full-size bulb.Read
G ROW your own campaigns have gathered momentum in the last few years and many people have had a go with their own veg, even if they've just had time and space to sow a few lettuces in a window box.Read
IT may be cold outside but you can create some sizzling heat in the kitchen if you start off some hot chilli peppers on a warm windowsill, conservatory or heated greenhouse, sown now at 20°C (68F) in pots of seed compost.Read
STEP 1. Remember they should be in keeping with their immediate surrounding. If you have a formal, precisely laid terrace connected to the steps, use similar material for the steps.Read
Forget Coronation Street-style dingy back yards and dark alleyways. The RHS is now calling on communities to put some colour into their back street walkways and help reduce crimeRead
COMMONLY known as lilyturf, this striking black grass-like perennial which originates from Japan looks brilliant framing the front of a border with its curved, strap-shaped purplish-black leaves, which grow to around 35cm (14in) long.Read
TENDER young broad beans may not be as popular as French or runner, but they are packed with protein and highly versatile, ideal for eating hot or cold and they also freeze well.Read
