How to grow vegetables and herbs
Getting started
However small or large your space, growing a collection of delicious chemical-free vegetables and herbs is within easy reach.
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Planning your planting
For successful organic growing, start by planning what you want to grow and where - using crop rotation each year will keep your plot healthy.
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Preparing your organic growing area
Whether in a pot, single bed or large allotment, the first place to start is to prepare your organic growing area, starting by creating the perfect soil.
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Choosing your plants
Selecting plants for your garden is one of the most enjoyable parts of gardening. But for growing success, it’s important to think about ‘right plant, right place’.
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Successful seed sowing
Growing from seed is so satisfying! 6 tips for successful seed sowing that will help you achieve mature, healthy plants well suited to your growing area.
Vegetables and herbs this month
When planning what to sow and where, remember plants grow best when the soil conditions are right. Root crops and legumes (peas and beans) should thrive without any additional feeding.
Your organic garden in April
There's lots to sow, grow and enjoy this month. Savour the sunny days but keep one eye on the forecast for late spring frosts.
Also this month
Quick & easy veg - all year round!
Fact sheets - vegetables and herbs
Our member fact sheets contain in-depth information and guidance on a range of organic gardening topics. Log in or join us to access them.
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Vegetables and herbs
Potatoes: photo guide to growing in a barrel
This Garden Organic member fact sheet gives detailed information about growing potatoes in a barrel.
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Vegetables and herbs
Vegetables - resistant varieties
This Garden Organic fact sheet gives detailed information on Vegetables - resistant varieties.
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Vegetables and herbs
Polytunnels
This Garden Organic member fact sheet gives detailed information about polytunnels.
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Vegetables and herbs
Vegetable crop rotation
This Garden Organic fact sheet gives detailed information on Vegetable crop rotation.