Swap your seeds

Features, News
Growing our own vegetables relies on a good source of veg seeds and this can be a hefty annual expense. If we learn to save some of our own seeds we not only save money but over time we actually nurture varieties that do especially well on our own plots. Sourcing seeds locally is also a great way to fast…
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February 2024

Latest issue
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! In the February issue: Heritage Apples, A Growing Legacy We meet heritage apple grower Tom Adams and rediscover some delicious once-forgotten apple varieties. Magnificent Mulches Award-winning writer Ben Vanheems explains how to make the…
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Kale, tomato & courgette bake

Recipes
Anna Pettigrew shares the recipe for a tasty, warming dinner time treat. I like serving this juicy dish with rice, but you can serve it with potatoes or pasta instead if you prefer. SERVES 4 Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour 10 minutes Can be frozen Ingredients 2 large red onions, chopped A big handful kale, chopped  5…
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Exclusive giveaways in the February edition of Kitchen Garden

Competitions
We have some exciting new giveaways for you in our February issue, worth over £2599! Here’s what you could win… Closing date: Friday, February 23, 2024 New seeds for your new season The 2024 Suttons catalogue offers the company’s trademark blend of irresistible new varieties alongside tried and tested favourites. Highlights among the vegetable introductions include tomato ‘Supersteak F1’, which…
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Top winter bird food tips

Features
As the ground freezes over, the RSPB (The UK’s largest nature conservation charity) is urging people everywhere to spare a thought for Britain’s feathered residents. From the iconic red-breasted robin to the spectacular dove, these fantastic creatures rely on our outdoor spaces for food and shelter — especially during colder months. During the colder months, birds need high-fat, high-energy foods…
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The World on Your Windowsill

News
The Royal Horticultural Society is inviting families to uncover the World on Your Windowsill this February half term, with a week of fun family activities at each of the five RHS Gardens. From designing your own pot, to interactive storytelling walks with Garden Detectives, or growing your own Marimo pet, creative half-term events at the gardens are jam-packed with gardening…
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Free trees courtesy of the Woodland Trust

FREE TREES FOR SCHOOLS

News
Just days away from the application deadline closing, the Woodland Trust still has 300,000 trees up for grabs as part of its free trees scheme. Schools or community groups can get their hands on these trees which can bring huge benefits – from boosting nature, combating flooding, providing shelter and reducing pollution. Steve Shill, senior project lead in woodland creation…
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Jobs for January

Features
Ben Vanheems shares some essential tasks to carry out in your garden and allotment for January. SOW NOW Broad beans, cauliflowers, onions, pea shoots, radish PLANT NOW Garlic, soft and tree fruits HARVEST Chicory, celeriac, Brussels sprouts, winter cabbage, cauliflowers, Jerusalem artichokes, kale, leeks, parsnips, sprouting broccoli, swedes, winter radish, winter salad leaves Top Jobs for January Force rhubarb Pop…
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January 2024

Latest issue
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! In the January issue: How to make a good start Keen veg grower Becky Searle offers essential advice for new allotment gardeners. Know your onions Award-winning writer Ben Vanheems brings you his comprehensive…
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