Recent articles by Phil Dudman
How to divide chives
Autumn is a good time to split up any crowded clumps or containers of chives. Spread the divisions around the garden to increase your stock or share with friends.
Plant rosella
Ask any connoisseur of classic homemade jellies and conserves and they’ll probably rate rosella jam among the very best. Here’s how to grow it.
Grow eggplants in pots
Eggplant is a summer favourite in the garden and the kitchen, and with a decent-sized pot, you can enjoy growing this attractive fruit on a patio or balcony.
Grow kang kong
Growing green leafy vegetables at the height of summer is tricky, but here’s one that thrives in the heat and loves sitting in water.
Grow rocket in pots
Like many salad greens, rocket (Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa) is easy to grow in containers. It’s a quick grower, too, and with regular love and attention, you can start enjoying its peppery punch on your plate in just 4–6 weeks from sowing.
Grow cauliflower in pots
Harvesting a crisp, home-grown cauliflower is one of those deeply satisfying food-growing experiences. Even in a small garden space, such as a patio or balcony, you can enjoy this pleasure, growing a few cauliflowers in pots.
Grow cauliflower
From cauliflower cheese to pie crusts and buffalo wings, this shapeshifter veg is never boring and isn’t very hard to grow.
Plant brussels sprouts
Early summer is the time to plant brussels sprouts. They’ll take a while to grow and require careful management, but you’ll reap rich rewards.
Plant snake beans
Regular green beans are a popular summer crop for gardeners in temperate areas, but if you’re in the hot tropics or subtropics, snake beans are the way to go!
