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Steam into asparagus season aboard the Asparagus Express!

A festival dedicated to asparagus is holding a unique launch event – on a steam train!

How to build a rabbit fence

Emma builds a fence to stop hungry rabbits from eating her carrots once and for all. But she didn’t reckon on the Easter Bunny! Who knew he could be such a rascal! But of course, being a magic bunny, he…

April 2024

The latest issue of the UK’s best-selling growing your own magazine is brimming with all the best tips, tricks, advice and ideas for growing your own fruit and veg.

March 2024

In the March issue: new tomato varieties to try, some climate savvy swaps you can make in your garden, a closer look at oca, and much more!

What kind of twine should I use for gardening?

Good garden twine is an important accessory which can be used for all sorts of tasks. But with different options available, what is the best gardening twine?

Book of the Week: Enjoying Birdwatching in Lancashire and Cumbria

This week’s book pick is Enjoying Birdwatching in Lancashire and Cumbria by David Hindle.

February 2024

In the February issue: Martin Fish’s guide to growing cauliflowers, how to make hot beds with Huw Richards, Rob Smith’s favourite carrot varieties, and much more!

Go Green on Blue Monday: 5 things to do in nature today

Whether its a walk or some gardening, we believe that the best way to combat the blues is to go green.

How to make your own peat-free potting compost

Emma Rawlings looks at some ingredients and recipes for making your own peat-free potting compost, both for seeds and potting on.

January 2024

In the January issue: Huw Richards on controlling pests the organic way, Rob Smith’s best chilli varieties, Anton Rosenfeld on what heritage veg is, and much more!

Fun and informative gardening on the move in brand-new podcast

Renowned gardening expert and regular contributor to Kitchen Garden magazine, Martin Fish has launched a brand-new practical gardening podcast. Pots & Trowels, or P&T, is packed with great advice on both edible and ornamental gardening and you can also hear…