Growing Figs
Fig trees can actually be grown in the UK with no problem - in fact, we've been growing figs since the Romans first introduced them.
Growing Chard
Easy to grow and easy to cook, the lowly chard - while not perhaps the most exciting vegetable in the garden - is definitely one of the most reliable.
Growing Globe Artichokes
Globe Artichokes are a gourmet delight, and if you haven’t ever tried one then, well, you don’t know what you’re missing.
Sloe jelly recipe: a taste of the wild
Tart, tangy and mysteriously dark - one of the finest jams you can make.
Sloe gin recipe
Tangy and warming, your own version of sloe gin can as be tart or sweet as you like it.
Growing citrus trees
It's quite possible to grow citrus trees in the UK, so long as you can give them a warm, sheltered spot.
Hibernating habitats
Clearing up for winter is a great opportunity to create cosy habitats for invertebrates, amphibians and small mammals so that they can hibernate in safety and comfort.
The first foray: one man’s introduction to wild mushrooms
With elements of rambling, collecting, science and treasure-hunting, there's more to mushroom hunting than gathering food.
Growing beans
Beans are hugely popular vegetables and very easy to grow, so there is almost sure to be a bean out there that will be perfect for your garden.
Hazelnuts – gathering, growing, shelling and roasting
Hazelnuts are the most important wild nut for foragers, but can be planted to give a worthwhile harvest in just five years.
Storing onions: how to make a string of onions
Making a string of onions using a loop of twine as a hidden support gives them a professional look that won't unravel in storage.
Sweet chestnuts – gathering, peeling, roasting and cooking
Learn to peel, roast, dry and cook chestnuts, a traditional forager's treat. Autumn just wouldn't be the same without them!
Tomato tar – yellow on the skin, green on your towels
Learn how to remove tomato tar, the tacky yellow powder that comes off tomato plants and leaves green stains on fabric.
Growing Onions
Easy to grow and easy to store, there are lots of different types of onion available and different approaches to growing them.
Wild mushrooms
If you learn to identify them, wild mushrooms can become an important part of your diet and are absolutely free.
Growing beetroot
Beetroot is an easy and rewarding crop. With a little know-how it can be harvested fresh for 9 months of the year, and stores well.
Growing peas
Peas are one of the vegetable grower’s favourite plants. Easy and fun to grow, it’s well worth making room for some.
Seed saving – introduction
If you grow your own vegetables, saving seed can give you better germination, healthier plants and save you money.
Elderflower cordial and sorbet recipe
Served over ice, this delicious drink is the essence of English summer.
Elderflower champagne recipe
Elderflower champagne is easy to make with no special equipment. Slightly alcoholic, with a beautiful floral flavour.
Making biodegradable paper pots
How to make biodegradable pots from newspaper, with no clips, staples or pot former needed.
Making the most of kale
Provided you know how to harvest it properly, kale is not tough or bitter. Even the flower stems are edible and delicious.
Growing salad rocket (arugula)
One vital ingredient of winter salads is rocket (arugula). The ‘wild’ variety, can be grown all year round in a polytunnel (high tunnel) or cloche.
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