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Monty Don awarded honorary degree from University of Stirling

24th November 2023 Alex Bestwick News

Celebrity gardener Monty Don OBE has received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Stirling in recognition of his contribution to horticulture, broadcasting, and charity. Monty celebrated his honorary degree alongside 418 graduates at a ceremony on the Stirling campus today. Monty said: “I am flattered and delighted to receive this degree from the University of Stirling. Although I have…

FIGHT THE BIODIVERSITY CRISIS

24th November 2023 Tony Flanagan Features, News

You can help build and support a community of organic growers across the UK to halt biodiversity loss, by donating to Garden Organic’s match-funded Big Give Christmas Challenge. Every donation you make to Garden Organic between 28th November and 5th December – no matter the size – will be doubled, helping it make big changes to how our land is…

December 2023

22nd November 2023 Arianne Davey Latest issue

In the December issue you’ll find: We meet Aussie-born veg grower and Instagram gardener SusyB; keen plotter Hannah Reid guides you through the first steps when taking on an allotment; and keep your feet warm and dry this winter with our selection of comfy footwear. Inside the December issue… The Resilient Garden Discover how to adapt and protect your plot…

PRODUCT REVIEWS: WINTER BOOTS (DECEMBER 23)

17th November 2023 Tony Flanagan Best Buy, Reviews

Keep your toes warm, dry and cosy this winter with boots made to withstand the rain and cold BEST BUY UNISEX CALDER SHORT BOOTS These mid-height boots are 100% waterproof and fully lined with 4mm neoprene for flexibility. They have breathable PK mesh lining, a durable outsole with a thick tread, triple toe reinforcement and quadruple rubber heel reinforcement. They…

Cauliflower and broccoli gratin

10th November 2023 Anna Pettigrew Recipes

This is a delicious dish of brassicas, cheese and sage. It can be served as a side dish, or just on its own with a salad. Serves 4 Preparation time: 25 minutesCooking time: 40 minutes 1 head broccoli 1 head cauliflower 6 tbsp butter 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 heaped tbsp plain flour 250ml (8½fl oz)…

Jobs for November

1st November 2023 Alex Bestwick Features

Ben Vanheems shares some essential tasks to carry out in your garden and allotment for November. SOW NOW Broad beans PLANT NOW Garlic, rhubarb, soft and tree fruits HARVEST Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celeriac, celery, endive, Jerusalem artichokes, kale, kohl rabi, leeks, oriental leaves and greens, parsnips, spinach, swedes, Swiss chard, turnip, radishes, winter salad leaves Make the most…

Podcast 134: Barnsdale Gardens, proud to be peat-free

26th October 2023 Alex Bestwick Podcast

The beautiful Barnsdale Gardens near Oakham in Rutland has been peat-free for more than 30 years after its founder TV gardener Geoff Hamilton, always ahead of his time, started to experiment with peat-free composts. His son and owner of Barnsdale, Nick Hamilton, carries on his work today and with peat-based composts about to be phased out, who better to ask…

Greek Apple Cake

25th October 2023 Arianne Davey Recipes

Greek apple cake, or milopita, is a delicious cake, perfect served with a cup of tea and is often enjoyed at breakfast in Greece. Recipe by KG’s resident chef, Anna Cairns Pettigrew. Serves 8Preparation time: 25 minutesCooking time: 45 minutes For the apples & syrup: 4 apples, sliced 4 tbsp lemon juice 60g/2oz butter 60g/2oz sugar 1 tsp cinnamon For…

Garden Organic Awarded Coveted Title of National Plant Collection for Comfrey

25th October 2023 Tony Flanagan News

The guardianship of the National Plant Collection for Symphytum (comfrey), has been awarded to sustainable growing charity Garden Organic by Plant Heritage. This is a glowing accolade for the charity’s work documenting, developing and preserving a comprehensive collection at its organic demonstration gardens in Ryton near Coventry. It’s also the location of the Heritage Seed Library, which already has National…

In the Dutch Garden at Belton, the Father Time sundial is encroached by water. (C) National Trust

Storm Babet’s causes widespread damage to landscapes, gardens and properties says NT

24th October 2023 Steve Ott News

Storm Babet’s widespread damage a taste of things to come, says National Trust Volume of water temporarily overwhelms hydro at Cragside in Northumberland Deluge erodes pathways in the Peak District Gardens and parkland waterlogged by swollen rivers, damaging bridges and children’s play areas Swift action by collections teams safeguards historic books and significant wallpaper at Hardwick Hall and Belton House…

Exclusive Giveaways in the November edition

24th October 2023 Arianne Davey Competitions

Here are some exclusive Kitchen Garden giveaways for our November edition! Prizes total over £621, here’s what you could win this month… Bumper bird bundle The RSPB’s Bumper Bird Food Gift Box with Feeders (£35.75) would make the perfect gift for a bird lover – or an ideal starter set for someone new to the pleasures of feeding garden birds. This large box is crammed…

November 2023

19th October 2023 Arianne Davey Latest issue

In the November issue you’ll find: KG’s Tony Flanagan reveals some of the best new tomato varieties for you to try; cut your winter food bills with advice from top veg gardener, Rob Smith; and gardening expert Martin Fish reveals the secrets of success with squashes, plus there‘s a mouthwatering recipe from wife Jill. Inside the November issue… F1 Hybrids…

Evelyn Community Gardens, Deptford, London (C) Paul Harris

Plant fruit trees this autumn! New partnership urges communities to dig in

16th October 2023 Steve Ott Diary Dates, News

Thousands of Coronation Gardens for Food and Nature pledged since June New partnership encourages communities to plant fruit trees this autumn Events, recipes and harvesting tips – join us to celebrate Apple Day on 21st October! Over 2,200 Coronation Gardens for Food & Nature pledged since June Communities are being encouraged to plant fruit trees and to revitalise community orchards…

PRODUCT REVIEWS: BIRD FEEDERS (Nov 23)

14th October 2023 Tony Flanagan Best Buy, Reviews

Give a thought to the birds this year with these bird feeders, from simple designs to an all-encompassing feeding station BEST BUYBIRD FEEDING STATION This feeding station comes with two seed, one nut and one fat ball feeders which can be hung from the curved metal hanging frame and side rail. A water dish and a mesh food tray are…