Monthly Guide
Jobs to do in April
Sowing and Planting
Sow Indoors
Runner Beans, French Beans
Sow Outdoors
Parsnips, Carrots
Broad Beans, Peas
Salad Crops
Plant
Potatoes, Onion sets
Monthly Guide
Tom's Topical Tips
I am not a great fan of gardening books in general, Hessayon being a brilliant
exception, very simple to follow and not full of unnecessary information.
However, one book I do have, and which I think most people would love, is
"The complete old wives' lore for gardeners" (isbn 0-370-31379-8)
by Bridget and Maureen Boland. Sadly I suspect it is out of print, but somewhere
second hand copies must be available. It is amusing and a good read even
if you are not a gardener. Do try and find a copy, I promise you will not
regret it. Tom
General
If you havn't finished digging and clearing the plot it's time to catch up now.
The weeds will now be growing so get the hoe out!
Gallery
Crop of the Month
Spring Cabbage
If
you planted out some spring cabbage last autumn they should soon be ready.
Sow next year's crop in modules in June or July and plant out in August
or September.
Varieties: Pixie, Durham Elf, Spring Hero and many more.
For our cabbage growing guide click here.