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Growing it that is, I eat my 5 a day! 8) I'm looking to start growing some fruit along with my veg but not really sure where to start. I need some advice on the best types of fruit to grow, when to plant them and any special treatment they might need. My garden has not got many sheltered areas but d...

Hi from me in not too far away Staffordshire!! Hope the tornado didn't hit you!!

Hi Crystal Tips Welcome to the site. Isn't the taste of fresh veg wonderful. There's no comparison with the 'stuff' the supermarkets sell - although I try to avoid supermarkets like the plague. What sort of veggies are you growing? We are growing tomatos, courgettes, broccoli, lettuce stuff and dwa...

Thanks for all the replies-I'll try all the ideas and see which works best!!
(not replied till now cos I've been on my jollies!!)

I'm growing a selection of veg but I was wondering if you can freeze courgettes? All the other stuff I'm growing can be frozen or kept in the dark etc to keep for as long as possible.

It looks like I'll be getting quite a crop of courgettes so any ideas how to preserve them?

Hello! My partner and I are in our 30's (early!! ) and have been getting more into growing our own veg over the past few years. We've been growing more year by year as we've rescued more of our garden from weeds and rubbish left by the last owners!!

Great to 'meet' you all