Growing your own bonsai tree

Growing your own bonsai tree

The Japanese word bon-sai literally translates to ‘planted in a container’, and this peaceful and attractive art form is the practice of training tree seedlings into attractive miniature shapes. Bonsai has been around for over a thousand years, originating...
Veg growing for foodies: a guide

Veg growing for foodies: a guide

One of the purest joys in my life is tucking into some fresh, delicious vegetables that I’ve grown in my garden. There’s a real satisfaction in growing beautiful, healthy produce from tiny seeds, and in truth it really isn’t some kind of secret art....
Growing your own mushrooms

Growing your own mushrooms

If you’re anything like me, you’ll know how much pleasure there is to be had in harvesting, cooking and eating produce you’ve nurtured by hand. It can be a brilliant family activity that gives you a real sense of achievement – whilst sating your appetite at the...