Harborne Hill Allotments Growing Advice and Tips

Jobs to do in June

Sowing and Planting

Sow Indoors

Herb pots ( Basil, Coriander, Dill)

Sow Outdoors

Carrots

Peas

Sweetcorn

Runner Beans, French Beans

Salad Crops

Plant out

Runner Beans, French Beans

Monthly Guide

January

Harvesting

Spring cabbage

Rhubarb

Salad Crops

Broad Beans

Asparagus

Early Potatoes

Strawberries

Gooseberries

 

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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

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Crop of the Month

Broad Beans

An easy to grow crop which rarely fails.

Broad Beans freeze well so any glut can be frozen for later use.

Click here for our growing guide.