Winter Archives - Kitchen Garden Magazine

Why is frost important in gardening?

14th February 2024 Becky Searle Features, Tips and Advice

The sight of frost may send a shiver down our spines on a chilly winter morning but its many benefits should not be overlooked, as Becky Searle explains I pull my duvet up around my ears, cold, despite the four walls around me. Bravely, I lower my feet over the side of the bed and pull on my dressing gown.…

Top 10 tips for care of winter veg

19th December 2023 Web Editor Features

Like us all, our veg need a little bit of TLC, no more so than in winter when food is scarce for predators and the weather can be inclement. So here are a few suggestions. 1. Cover tender crops with fleece Some crops need an overcoat of sorts to provide warmth. This is where a layer of horticultural fleece will…

How to make a Christmas wreath

6th December 2023 Arianne Davey Features

It has long been a tradition to hang wreaths on doors at Christmas and you can also add a few edible highlights which you may have grown on your plot. It can be great fun making your own Christmas wreaths and if you can gather a few friends or family together to join in and have a drink or two,…

Three recipes with brussel sprouts

8th December 2022 Arianne Davey Recipes

Here’s three recipes we found on our socials, using one of the most seasonal of Winter veggies – brussel sprouts. Brussel sprouts are definitely one of our favourites in Winter and not only are they a great addition to your Christmas dinner, but they can also make a great component in lots of main dishes and sides. Incase you’re inundated…

To be busy

8th December 2022 Arianne Davey Features

Emma O’Neill, head gardener at horticultural charity Garden Organic, shares her top tips for what needs to be done in the garden as autumn turns to winter As the nights draw in, and it becomes cold and wet, it’s all too tempting to neglect your garden and stay close to the fire. But, at this time of year, there is…

How to tackle frost this winter

8th December 2022 Arianne Davey Features

Here we’ve got some tips on how to protect your plants from cold and icy weather this winter. How do I protect my plants from frost? Try to choose plants which are labelled as hardy for your part of the country and protect more tender half-hardy species by planting them in sheltered areas, often against a wall or under shrubs…

November issue now on sale!

6th October 2022 Arianne Davey Latest issue

In the November issue, you’ll find: Veg growing expert Martin Fish reveals his favourite varieties of garlic and how to grow them; Stephanie Hafferty celebrates autumn by making leafmould and harvesting late crops; and Ecologist Becky Searle brings you the facts on companion planting. latest With rising prices in the shops, every leek, cabbage, stored potato, squash, dried and frozen…