https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk Free, practical, beginner-friendly guides to growing food at home in the UK — vegetables, fruit, herbs, and the tools to plan your plot. en-GB Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:49:05 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/broad-beans https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/broad-beans Grow broad beans in the UK — autumn and spring sowing, supporting the plants, pinching out for blackfly, and picking tender beans from one of the easiest crops. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/broccoli https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/broccoli Grow broccoli in the UK — calabrese and purple sprouting types, raising firm plants, beating cabbage white caterpillars, and cutting heads and side-shoots. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/cabbage https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/cabbage Grow cabbage in the UK — spring, summer and winter types for year-round heads, with firm planting, pest netting, and beating clubroot and caterpillars. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/chillies-on-a-windowsill https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/chillies-on-a-windowsill How to grow chillies on a windowsill in the UK — the warmth and light they need, pollinating by hand, and getting a hot crop with no garden or greenhouse. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/cucumbers-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/cucumbers-in-pots How to grow cucumbers in pots in the UK — the right variety, pot size and support, plus watering and feeding for a patio or balcony crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/cucumbers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/cucumbers Grow cucumbers in the UK — greenhouse and outdoor ridge types, sowing, training and feeding, and a steady crop of crisp cucumbers all summer. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/greenhouse-vs-outdoor-cucumbers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/greenhouse-vs-outdoor-cucumbers Greenhouse or outdoor cucumbers in the UK? An honest comparison of the two types — flavour, ease, space and reliability — to help you pick the right one. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/overwintering-chillies https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/overwintering-chillies How to overwinter chilli plants in the UK — keep them alive through winter for an earlier, bigger crop next year, with cutting back, watering and warmth. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/peppers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/peppers Grow sweet peppers and chillies in the UK — sowing early, the warmth they need, feeding for a heavy crop, and ripening fruit from a windowsill or greenhouse. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/perpetual-spinach-and-chard https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/perpetual-spinach-and-chard How to grow perpetual spinach and chard in the UK — tough, bolt-resistant leafy greens that crop for many months, even through a mild winter. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/pumpkins-for-halloween https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/pumpkins-for-halloween How to grow pumpkins for Halloween in the UK — when to sow for an October harvest, the best carving varieties, and getting big, bright fruit in time. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/purple-sprouting-broccoli https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/purple-sprouting-broccoli How to grow purple sprouting broccoli in the UK — a hardy crop that fills the hungry gap with masses of tender spears in late winter and early spring. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/radishes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/radishes Grow radishes in the UK — the fastest, easiest crop for beginners and children, ready in weeks, with tips on sowing, spacing and avoiding all-leaf plants. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/sowing-broad-beans-in-autumn https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/sowing-broad-beans-in-autumn How and why to sow broad beans in autumn in the UK — the hardy varieties to use, protecting young plants over winter, and getting an early summer crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/spinach https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/spinach Grow spinach and chard in the UK — tender true spinach and tough, colourful chard, with sowing times, beating bolting, and cut-and-come-again harvests. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/squash https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/squash Grow pumpkins and squash in the UK — summer and winter types, giving these hungry, sprawling plants what they need, and storing winter squash for months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/storing-cabbages-over-winter https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/storing-cabbages-over-winter How to store cabbages over winter in the UK — leaving hardy types in the ground, harvesting and hanging firm heads, and keeping cabbage for months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/storing-winter-squash https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/storing-winter-squash How to harvest and store winter squash and pumpkins in the UK — when to cut, how to cure the skins, and keeping them sound for months over winter. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/sweetcorn-in-blocks https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/sweetcorn-in-blocks Why sweetcorn is planted in blocks not rows in the UK — how wind pollination works, the spacing to use, and how it gives you full, well-filled cobs. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/sweetcorn https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/sweetcorn Grow sweetcorn in the UK — why to plant in blocks for pollination, sowing and spacing, and picking cobs at their sweetest straight from the plant. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/winter-and-mooli-radishes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/winter-and-mooli-radishes How to grow winter and mooli radishes in the UK — big, hardy roots for autumn and winter, with sowing times, spacing and storing for the colder months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/apples https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/apples Grow apples in a small UK garden — dwarfing rootstocks, pollination partners, planting and pruning, and choosing trained forms that fit even a tiny plot. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/blackberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/blackberries Grow blackberries and hybrid berries in the UK — thornless varieties, training the canes, pruning, and heavy crops of late-summer fruit from one easy plant. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/choosing-apple-rootstocks https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/choosing-apple-rootstocks A simple UK guide to apple rootstocks — M27, M9, M26 and MM106 — and which to choose for a pot, a small garden or a full-sized tree. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/currants https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/currants Grow currants in the UK — blackcurrants, redcurrants and whitecurrants — with planting, the different pruning each needs, and heavy crops of summer berries. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/dividing-rhubarb https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/dividing-rhubarb How to divide rhubarb crowns in the UK — rejuvenate a tired plant and make new ones for free, with the right timing and method for healthy, vigorous rhubarb. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/protecting-strawberries-from-birds https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/protecting-strawberries-from-birds How to stop birds eating your strawberries in the UK — netting, cages and other tricks that protect the crop while keeping wildlife safe. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-apple-trees https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-apple-trees How to prune apple trees in the UK — winter pruning for shape and health, summer pruning for trained forms, and the simple rules that avoid common mistakes. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-blackberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-blackberries How to prune blackberries and hybrid berries in the UK — the simple once-a-year cut that removes old canes and keeps the plant productive and under control. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-currants https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-currants How to prune blackcurrants, redcurrants and whitecurrants in the UK — the two different methods explained simply for bigger, healthier crops of berries. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/raspberries-in-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/raspberries-in-containers How to grow raspberries in pots in the UK — the best types for containers, pot size and compost, and getting a real crop of canes on a patio or balcony. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/strawberries-from-runners https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/strawberries-from-runners How to propagate strawberries from runners in the UK — pegging down free new plants in summer to renew your strawberry bed and keep crops heavy. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/training-blackberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/training-blackberries How to train blackberries and hybrid berries in the UK — keeping the fruiting and new canes apart on wires for easy picking and heavy, healthy crops. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/basil-on-a-windowsill https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/basil-on-a-windowsill How to grow basil indoors on a windowsill in the UK — the warmth and light it needs, watering without killing it, and keeping a kitchen supply going for months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/chives https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/chives Grow chives in the UK — an easy, hardy perennial herb with edible flowers, perfect for beds, pots and windowsills, with tips on dividing and harvesting. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/coriander https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/coriander Grow coriander in the UK without it bolting — the right varieties, sowing for leaf, successional sowing, and harvesting both the leaves and the seed. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/dividing-chives https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/dividing-chives How to divide chives in the UK — split a tired clump into several vigorous new plants for free, keeping your chives healthy and productive year after year. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/drying-and-storing-herbs https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/drying-and-storing-herbs How to dry and store herbs in the UK — air-drying, the oven and freezer, and which herbs keep best — so your summer harvest lasts right through winter. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/getting-parsley-to-germinate https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/getting-parsley-to-germinate Parsley not coming up? How to germinate slow parsley seed in the UK — soaking, warmth and patience — so you stop wasting seed and get reliable seedlings. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/growing-basil-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/growing-basil-in-pots How to grow basil in pots in the UK — choosing a warm, sheltered spot, the right compost and watering, and getting a big summer crop on a patio or balcony. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/keeping-supermarket-herbs-alive https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/keeping-supermarket-herbs-alive How to rescue supermarket herb pots in the UK — why they collapse, how to split and re-pot basil, parsley and coriander, and keep them growing for months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mediterranean-herbs https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mediterranean-herbs Grow thyme, sage and oregano in the UK — sun-loving Mediterranean herbs that thrive on poor, dry soil, with tips on planting, pruning and harvesting all year. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mint-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mint-in-pots How to grow mint in pots in the UK — the best way to enjoy mint without it taking over, plus the sunken-container trick for growing it in a border safely. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mint-varieties https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mint-varieties A UK guide to mint varieties — spearmint, peppermint, Moroccan, apple and chocolate mint — what each tastes like and the best uses in the kitchen and garden. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mint https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/mint Grow mint in the UK — the best varieties, why you must contain it, growing in pots, harvesting and keeping it going for a constant supply of fresh leaves. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/overwintering-mediterranean-herbs https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/overwintering-mediterranean-herbs How to overwinter thyme, sage, oregano and rosemary in the UK — protecting sun-loving herbs from cold, wet winters so they come back strong in spring. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/parsley-on-a-windowsill https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/parsley-on-a-windowsill How to grow parsley indoors on a windowsill in the UK — the right pot and light, watering, and keeping a kitchen supply of fresh leaves through the year. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/parsley https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/parsley Grow parsley in the UK — flat-leaf and curly types, getting the slow seed to germinate, and a steady supply of leaves from a bed, pot or windowsill. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/pruning-rosemary https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/pruning-rosemary How to prune rosemary in the UK — when and how to trim for a bushy, productive plant, and the golden rule that stops you cutting it back too hard. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/rosemary-from-cuttings https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/rosemary-from-cuttings How to take rosemary cuttings in the UK — turn one plant into many for free, with a simple step-by-step method that works on a windowsill or in the garden. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/rosemary https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/rosemary Grow rosemary in the UK — a tough, evergreen Mediterranean herb for sunny spots and pots, with tips on planting, pruning, cuttings and surviving wet winters. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/successional-coriander-sowing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/successional-coriander-sowing How to sow coriander in succession in the UK for a constant supply of leaves — timing, indoor and outdoor sowings, and dodging the summer bolt. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-compost-for-vegetables https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-compost-for-vegetables The best compost for growing vegetables in the UK — peat-free multipurpose, seed and potting composts compared, plus when to use John Innes and ericaceous. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-crops-for-small-gardens https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-crops-for-small-gardens The best crops for a small UK garden — the high-value, space-efficient vegetables, fruit and herbs that give the biggest harvest from the least room. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-herbs-for-cooking https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-herbs-for-cooking The best herbs to grow for cooking in the UK — the everyday culinary herbs worth a spot by the kitchen, and which are easiest for beginners. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-raised-bed-kits https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-raised-bed-kits How to choose a raised bed kit in the UK — timber, recycled plastic or metal, the best size and depth, and what to look for so it lasts for years. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-tools-for-beginners https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-tools-for-beginners The best garden tools for beginners in the UK — the handful that earn their keep, what to look for in quality, and the gadgets you can safely skip. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-veg-to-grow-with-kids https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/best-veg-to-grow-with-kids The best vegetables to grow with children in the UK — fast, fun, foolproof crops that keep kids interested and reward them with something to eat. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/building-raised-beds https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/building-raised-beds How to build raised beds in the UK — materials, sizes and a simple build, plus how to fill them affordably and the no-dig way to set them up on grass. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/companion-planting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/companion-planting Companion planting for UK veg gardens — the pairings with real evidence behind them, from carrots and onions to the Three Sisters, and the myths to ignore. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/crop-rotation-explained https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/crop-rotation-explained Crop rotation explained for UK beginners — why you move crops around, a simple four-bed plan, and how it cuts pests and disease and keeps soil healthy. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/first-year-homestead-plan https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/first-year-homestead-plan A realistic first-year plan for setting up a UK homestead — what to tackle each season, what to leave for year two, and how to avoid taking on too much. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/gardening-month-by-month https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/gardening-month-by-month A month-by-month UK gardening calendar — what to sow, plant and harvest from January to December, with a link to the right guide for every job. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/green-manures https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/green-manures Green manures explained for UK growers — fast-growing cover crops that protect and feed bare soil over winter, which to sow when, and how to dig them in. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/grow-your-own-year-plan https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/grow-your-own-year-plan A beginner's year plan for growing your own food in the UK — what to grow, how to plan a productive plot, and a realistic path to a kitchen full of homegrown veg. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/growing-to-save-money https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/growing-to-save-money Does growing your own food save money in the UK? An honest look at the crops that pay, the ones that don't, and how to grow your own for far less. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/homestead-on-a-budget https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/homestead-on-a-budget How to set up a homestead cheaply in the UK — the frugal, reuse-everything approach to building beds, soil, water and plants for very little money. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/how-much-to-grow https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/how-much-to-grow How much to grow to feed a family in the UK — realistic plant numbers for the crops that matter, so you grow enough without drowning in courgettes. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/natural-pest-control https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/natural-pest-control How to control garden pests naturally in the UK — barriers, predators, biological controls and picking by hand — to beat slugs, aphids and caterpillars no-spray. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/organic-no-spray-growing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/organic-no-spray-growing How to grow food organically with no sprays in the UK — feeding the soil, working with wildlife, and managing pests and weeds naturally for a healthy plot. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/organic-weed-control https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/organic-weed-control How to control weeds organically in the UK — mulching, hoeing, hand-weeding and no-dig — to beat annual and perennial weeds without weedkiller. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/peat-free-compost-explained https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/peat-free-compost-explained Peat-free compost explained for UK gardeners — why peat is being phased out, how peat-free performs, and how to get the best from it. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/planning-a-homestead-layout https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/planning-a-homestead-layout How to plan a homestead layout in the UK — zoning beds, paths, fruit, compost, water and chickens around sun, access and your daily routes for an efficient patch. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/saving-your-own-seed https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/saving-your-own-seed How to save your own vegetable seed in the UK — the easiest crops to start with, why F1 hybrids won't come true, and how to dry and store seed properly. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/seed-trays-vs-modules https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/seed-trays-vs-modules Seed trays or module trays in the UK? An honest comparison for sowing — which suits which crops, and how to pick the right one to avoid root disturbance. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/setting-up-a-homestead-patch https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/setting-up-a-homestead-patch A complete UK guide to setting up a homestead patch from scratch — planning the plot, what to include, where to get materials, and a realistic first-year path. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/sourcing-manure-and-compost https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/sourcing-manure-and-compost Where to get manure and bulk organic matter in the UK — stables, farms and councils — plus how to tell if manure is well-rotted and safe for your veg. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/storing-your-harvest https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/storing-your-harvest How to store your harvest over winter in the UK — clamping roots, curing onions and squash, freezing and drying — so homegrown food lasts for months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/successional-sowing-explained https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/successional-sowing-explained Successional sowing explained for UK beginners — sowing little and often so you harvest a steady supply instead of a glut, with the crops and timings that suit it. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/water-on-the-homestead https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/water-on-the-homestead How to set up water on a UK homestead — collecting rainwater in water butts, simple irrigation, and watering efficiently to keep a growing patch going in summer. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-buy-starting-out https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-buy-starting-out What to buy when you start growing food in the UK — the few tools and bits of kit that are genuinely worth it, and what you can skip or improvise to save money. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-april https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-april What to sow, plant and harvest in April in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-august https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-august What to sow, plant and harvest in August in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-december https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-december What to sow, plant and harvest in December in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-february https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-february What to sow, plant and harvest in February in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-january https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-january What to sow, plant and harvest in January in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-july https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-july What to sow, plant and harvest in July in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-june https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-june What to sow, plant and harvest in June in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-march https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-march What to sow, plant and harvest in March in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-may https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-may What to sow, plant and harvest in May in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-november https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-november What to sow, plant and harvest in November in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-october https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-october What to sow, plant and harvest in October in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-september https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-to-plant-in-september What to sow, plant and harvest in September in the UK — a simple monthly job list for the vegetable garden, with links to the guide for every crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/where-to-get-garden-materials https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/where-to-get-garden-materials Where to get garden and homestead materials in the UK — timber, compost, manure, woodchip and tools — cheaply or free, from councils, stables, Freecycle and more. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/year-round-growing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/year-round-growing How to grow and harvest food all year round in the UK — hardy winter crops, successional sowing and simple protection to keep the kitchen supplied 12 months. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/balcony-vegetable-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/balcony-vegetable-garden How to grow vegetables on a balcony in the UK — coping with wind, sun and weight, the best crops, and turning a small balcony into a productive food garden. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/best-compost-for-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/best-compost-for-containers The best compost for containers in the UK — why peat-free multipurpose works, when to add perlite or John Innes, and why garden soil never belongs in pots. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/best-vegetables-for-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/best-vegetables-for-containers The best vegetables to grow in containers in the UK — the most productive, reliable crops for pots, grow bags and window boxes, with pot sizes for each. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/choosing-pots-and-sizes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/choosing-pots-and-sizes How to choose the right pots and container sizes for growing food in the UK — materials, drainage and the minimum size each crop needs to crop well. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/fruit-trees-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/fruit-trees-in-pots How to grow fruit trees in pots in the UK — dwarfing rootstocks, pot size, compost and watering for apples, pears, cherries and figs on a patio or balcony. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/growing-food-with-no-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/growing-food-with-no-garden How to grow food with no garden in the UK — windowsills, balconies, doorsteps and shared spaces — and exactly what to start with for real harvests indoors and out. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/herbs-in-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/herbs-in-containers How to grow herbs in containers in the UK — which herbs suit pots, keeping thirsty and drought-loving herbs apart, and a window box herb garden by the kitchen. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/self-watering-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/self-watering-containers How self-watering containers work in the UK — the reservoir system, what to grow in them, and how to make your own, for fewer waterings and steadier crops. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/vertical-growing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/vertical-growing How to grow food vertically in the UK — wall planters, trellises, hanging baskets and stacked pots that multiply what you can grow in a tiny space. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/watering-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/watering-containers How to water containers in the UK — how often, the finger test, deep watering, self-watering tricks and holiday cover — to stop pots drying out or drowning. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/all-leaf-no-radish https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/all-leaf-no-radish Radishes growing lots of leaf but no swollen root? The UK causes — thick sowing, shade and too much nitrogen — and the simple fixes for fat radishes. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/aphids-greenfly https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/aphids-greenfly Greenfly and aphids on your plants? How to control them organically in the UK — squashing, water jets, encouraging predators, and avoiding sprays. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/beetroot-bolting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/beetroot-bolting Beetroot running to seed in the UK? The causes — cold after early sowing and drought — and how to grow tender roots that do not bolt. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/big-bud-mite https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/big-bud-mite Swollen buds on your blackcurrants? Big bud mite explained — how to spot it, why it spreads reversion virus, and what to do to save your bushes. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/blueberries-not-fruiting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/blueberries-not-fruiting Blueberry bush not cropping? The UK causes — wrong soil pH, only one variety, and pruning or watering issues — and how to get a heavy crop. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/broccoli-no-heads https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/broccoli-no-heads Broccoli making leaves but no head? The UK causes — heat, loose planting and poor soil — and how to get calabrese to form a proper head. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/carrots-forked https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/carrots-forked Forked, split or twisted carrots in the UK? The causes — stony soil, fresh manure and transplanting — and how to grow long, straight roots. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/clubroot-in-brassicas https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/clubroot-in-brassicas Clubroot in cabbages and other brassicas in the UK — how to recognise the swollen, distorted roots, why it lingers in soil, and how to keep growing brassicas. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/codling-moth https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/codling-moth Maggoty apples and pears? Codling moth explained — how the grubs get in, and the traps and timing that protect your crop the organic way in the UK. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/coriander-bolting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/coriander-bolting Coriander bolting to seed before you can use it? The UK causes — heat, dry roots and transplant shock — and how to grow leafy coriander that lasts. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/courgettes-rotting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/courgettes-rotting Tiny courgettes rotting and dropping off in the UK? The causes — poor pollination and damp — and how to get the fruit to set and swell. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/cucumbers-bitter https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/cucumbers-bitter Bitter cucumbers? The UK causes — stress, heat and pollination of greenhouse types — and how to grow sweet, crisp cucumbers instead. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/damping-off https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/damping-off Seedlings flopping over and dying at the base? Damping off explained — the fungal cause, and the clean, simple steps that prevent it in the UK. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/garlic-rust https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/garlic-rust Orange spots on your garlic leaves? Garlic rust explained — why it appears in the UK, how it affects the crop, and how to limit it. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/leek-rust https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/leek-rust Orange streaks on your leeks? Leek rust explained — why it strikes in damp UK gardens, whether the leeks are still usable, and how to reduce it. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/leggy-seedlings https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/leggy-seedlings Leggy, stretched seedlings? The UK causes — too little light and too much warmth — and how to grow short, sturdy plants on a windowsill. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/onions-bolting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/onions-bolting Onions running to seed before they bulb up? The UK causes — cold spells and stress after planting — and how to stop onions bolting. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/peppers-not-fruiting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/peppers-not-fruiting Pepper plants flowering but no fruit? The UK causes — cold, poor pollination and too much nitrogen — and how to get peppers and chillies to set. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/potato-scab https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/potato-scab Rough, scabby patches on your potatoes? Common scab explained — why it appears in the UK, whether the potatoes are still edible, and how to reduce it. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/potatoes-green https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/potatoes-green Green potatoes in the UK — why they turn green, why the green parts are not safe to eat, and how earthing up stops it happening. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/seeds-not-germinating https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/seeds-not-germinating Sown seeds not coming up in the UK? The common causes — cold, wet, dryness, old seed and sowing too deep — and how to get reliable germination. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/slugs-and-snails https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/slugs-and-snails How to control slugs and snails organically in the UK — the wildlife-safe methods that actually protect seedlings, and why metaldehyde pellets are now banned. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/spinach-bolting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/spinach-bolting Spinach running to seed before you can pick it? The UK causes — heat, long days and dry roots — and how to grow leafy spinach that lasts. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/splitting-tomatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/splitting-tomatoes Tomatoes cracking and splitting on the plant? The UK cause — irregular watering — and the simple, steady routine that stops it for good. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/sweetcorn-cobs-not-filling https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/sweetcorn-cobs-not-filling Sweetcorn cobs with missing or gappy kernels? The UK causes — poor pollination and dry roots — and how to get full, evenly-filled cobs. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/tomatoes-not-ripening https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/tomatoes-not-ripening Green tomatoes refusing to turn red in the UK? The causes — cold, too much foliage and end-of-season timing — and tricks to ripen them on and off the plant. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/compost-problems https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/compost-problems Why your compost is smelly, slimy, dry or just not rotting — the common UK compost problems, what causes each, and how to fix your heap fast. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/composting-kitchen-waste https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/composting-kitchen-waste How to compost kitchen waste in the UK — bokashi bins, caddies and council food recycling, including the cooked food, meat and dairy you can't compost normally. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/diy-garden-projects https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/diy-garden-projects Easy DIY garden projects from household waste in the UK — plastic-bottle cloches and drip feeders, pallet planters, bird scarers and more, all for free. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/diy-seed-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/diy-seed-pots Make free seed pots and modules from household waste in the UK — toilet roll tubes, newspaper pots, egg boxes and more, plus which crops suit each. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/eggshells-in-the-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/eggshells-in-the-garden Do eggshells work in the garden? An honest UK look at eggshells as fertiliser, slug barriers and seed pots — what helps, what's a myth, and the best use. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/homemade-plant-feeds https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/homemade-plant-feeds How to make free plant feeds in the UK — comfrey and nettle tea, plus the honest truth about banana skins, wood ash and coffee grounds as homemade fertilisers. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/how-to-make-compost https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/how-to-make-compost How to make compost at home in the UK — greens and browns, building and turning a heap, what to add, and turning kitchen and garden waste into free soil food. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/leaf-mould https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/leaf-mould How to make leaf mould in the UK — turn fallen autumn leaves into a free soil improver and seed compost, using just a bin bag or a simple wire cage. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/reuse-and-recycle-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/reuse-and-recycle-garden How to garden for almost nothing in the UK — reuse household waste, make your own pots, feeds and compost, and cut the cost of growing your own food. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/upcycled-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/upcycled-containers Grow food in upcycled containers in the UK — buckets, crates, tins and old sinks — plus the safety checks for which recycled containers are food-safe. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-you-can-and-cannot-compost https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/what-you-can-and-cannot-compost A clear UK list of what you can and can't put in your compost bin — from veg peelings and cardboard to the things that cause smells, pests and weeds. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/wormery https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/wormery How to set up a wormery in the UK — compost kitchen scraps with worms for rich worm compost and liquid feed, even with no garden or just a small balcony. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/attracting-beneficial-insects https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/attracting-beneficial-insects How to attract beneficial insects to a UK veg garden — ladybirds, hoverflies, lacewings and parasitic wasps that eat aphids and pests, the no-spray way. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/bird-feeders https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/bird-feeders Should you put up bird feeders near your vegetables? How garden birds help with pest control in the UK, the catch with seedlings, and how to feed them well. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/build-a-bug-hotel https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/build-a-bug-hotel How to build a bug hotel in the UK — what materials to use, where to site it, and which helpful insects like solitary bees and ladybirds it shelters. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/companion-flowers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/companion-flowers The best companion flowers for a UK veg garden — marigolds, nasturtiums, calendula and borage that pull in pollinators and predators and confuse pests. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/helping-hedgehogs https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/helping-hedgehogs How to help hedgehogs in a UK garden — highways, homes, food and water — so these natural slug-eaters protect your vegetables, and the dangers to avoid. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/nest-boxes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/nest-boxes How to put up nest boxes in a UK garden — the right hole size, height and aspect for tits, robins and sparrows that repay you by eating garden pests. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/pollinator-plants https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/pollinator-plants The best plants to grow for pollinators in a UK veg garden — flowers for bees and hoverflies through the seasons, and why they boost your fruit and veg crops. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/wildflower-patch https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/wildflower-patch How to make a small wildflower patch in a UK garden — annual and perennial meadow mixes, how and when to sow, and why it boosts pollinators and your crops. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/wildlife-friendly-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/wildlife-friendly-garden How to garden for wildlife in the UK and grow more food — pollinators, natural pest control, ponds, bird feeders and bug hotels working for your veg patch. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/wildlife-pond https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/wildlife-gardening/wildlife-pond How to make a wildlife pond in a UK garden — from a half-barrel to a dug pond — to bring in frogs and toads that eat slugs and benefit your veg patch. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/bean-in-a-jar https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/bean-in-a-jar How to grow a bean in a jar with kids — watch a seed sprout roots and a shoot through the glass, a simple UK science project that shows how seeds grow. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/bean-teepee-den https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/bean-teepee-den How to make a bean teepee or sunflower den with kids in the UK — a living play den from runner beans or sweet peas that gives flowers, beans and adventures. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/celery-food-colouring-experiment https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/celery-food-colouring-experiment How to do the celery and food-colouring experiment with kids — watch celery drink coloured water and learn how plants take up water, step by step. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/easy-crops-for-kids https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/easy-crops-for-kids The best easy crops for children to grow in the UK — fast, fun, foolproof vegetables, fruit and flowers that give quick results and keep kids interested. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/getting-kids-growing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/getting-kids-growing Fun, easy ways to get children gardening in the UK — quick-win crops, simple science experiments and projects that teach kids how plants really grow. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/growing-cress https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/growing-cress How to grow cress with children in the UK — on a windowsill, as funny cress heads or eggshell faces — a fast, foolproof first crop ready in about a week. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/growing-pips-and-stones https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/growing-pips-and-stones How to grow plants from kitchen pips and stones with kids in the UK — avocado stones, citrus pips and apple seeds — fun, slow houseplant projects from scraps. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/growing-sunflowers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/growing-sunflowers How to grow sunflowers with kids in the UK — sowing giant varieties, a tallest-sunflower contest, and saving the seeds for the birds, from spring to autumn. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/regrowing-veg-from-scraps https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/regrowing-veg-from-scraps Fun ways to regrow vegetables from scraps with kids in the UK — spring onions, lettuce, celery and carrot tops on the windowsill, free and foolproof. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/sprouting-seeds-and-microgreens https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/gardening-with-children/sprouting-seeds-and-microgreens How to grow sprouts and microgreens with kids in the UK — quick windowsill crops like pea shoots and mustard, ready to eat in days, with no garden needed. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/blueberries-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/blueberries-in-pots How to grow blueberries in pots in the UK — the ericaceous compost they need, pot size, watering with rainwater, feeding and a reliable container crop. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/blueberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/blueberries Grow blueberries in the UK — why they need acidic ericaceous soil, the best varieties, growing in pots, watering with rainwater, and a heavy crop. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/cherries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/cherries Grow cherries in the UK — self-fertile varieties on dwarfing rootstocks, planting in the ground or a pot, protecting from birds, and pruning safely. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/forcing-rhubarb https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/forcing-rhubarb How to force rhubarb in the UK for tender, sweet pink stems weeks early — when and how to cover a crown, and why forced crowns need a year to recover. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/gooseberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/gooseberries Grow gooseberries in the UK — dessert and culinary varieties, planting and pruning for big crops, and beating sawfly and mildew on this easy soft fruit. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-raspberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/pruning-raspberries How to prune raspberries in the UK — the simple rules for summer-fruiting and autumn-fruiting canes, when to cut, and how to get bigger crops. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/raspberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/raspberries Grow raspberries in the UK — summer and autumn types, planting canes, supporting and pruning, feeding, and getting fruit from June to the first frosts. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/rhubarb https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/rhubarb Grow rhubarb in the UK — planting crowns, feeding a hungry perennial, harvesting without weakening the plant, and forcing for sweet early stems. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/strawberries-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/strawberries-in-pots How to grow strawberries in pots, troughs and hanging baskets in the UK — the best varieties, compost and feeding, and keeping fruit off the ground and slugs. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/strawberries https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-fruit/strawberries Grow sweet strawberries in the UK — choosing summer and everbearer varieties, planting, feeding, protecting from birds, and propagating from runners. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/chicken-coops-and-housing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/chicken-coops-and-housing How to house chickens in a UK garden — coop size, ventilation, nest boxes and perches, fox-proofing the run, and choosing a coop that's easy to clean. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/chickens-and-your-vegetable-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/chickens-and-your-vegetable-garden How to keep chickens and a vegetable garden together in the UK — using their manure and pest control, protecting your crops, and safe integration. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/choosing-chicken-breeds https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/choosing-chicken-breeds The best chicken breeds for UK beginners — friendly, hardy hybrids and pure breeds for eggs, plus bantams for small gardens, and how many to keep. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/feeding-chickens https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/feeding-chickens How to feed backyard chickens in the UK — layers pellets, grit and fresh water, safe treats, how much, and why feeding kitchen scraps is illegal. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/keeping-chickens-for-beginners https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/keeping-chickens-for-beginners A UK beginner's guide to keeping chickens in your garden — what you need, how many to keep, the rules, daily care, and getting your first fresh eggs. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/keeping-chickens-healthy https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/keeping-chickens/keeping-chickens-healthy Keep backyard hens healthy in the UK — spotting a sick chicken, and preventing and treating red mite, worms, scaly leg and common laying problems. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/beetroot https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/beetroot Grow sweet, tender beetroot in the UK — the best varieties, sowing and thinning, avoiding bolting, and harvesting baby beets to maincrop roots. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/garlic https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/garlic Grow big, healthy garlic bulbs in the UK — choosing softneck and hardneck types, autumn vs spring planting, feeding and harvesting and curing. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/greenhouse-cucumbers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/greenhouse-cucumbers How to grow greenhouse cucumbers in the UK — all-female varieties, warmth and humidity, training up strings, feeding, and avoiding bitter fruit. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/greenhouse-tomatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/greenhouse-tomatoes How to grow greenhouse tomatoes in the UK — the best varieties, training cordons, feeding and watering, ventilation, and avoiding blight and split fruit. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/kale https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/kale Grow hardy, productive kale in the UK — the best varieties, sowing and transplanting, beating cabbage white caterpillars, and picking all winter. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/leeks https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/leeks Grow leeks in the UK — sowing, transplanting, blanching for long white stems, and harvesting a hardy crop that stands right through winter. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/onions-from-sets-vs-seed https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/onions-from-sets-vs-seed Onions from sets or seed? An honest UK comparison — cost, ease, reliability, choice and timing — to help you pick the right method for your garden. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/onions https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/onions Grow onions and shallots in the UK — planting sets or seed, spacing, feeding, and harvesting and storing a crop that lasts through winter. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/peas https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/peas Grow sweet, tender peas in the UK — the best varieties, when and how to sow, supporting the plants, and picking for a heavy crop from June to August. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/planting-garlic-autumn-vs-spring https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/planting-garlic-autumn-vs-spring Should you plant garlic in autumn or spring in the UK? How the cold requirement works, which varieties suit each, and the timing for the best bulbs. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/successional-pea-sowing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/successional-pea-sowing How to sow peas in succession in the UK for a long, steady harvest — timing, the best varieties to stagger, and keeping pods coming from June to autumn. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/greenhouse-growing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/greenhouse-growing A UK beginner's guide to greenhouse growing — choosing and setting up a greenhouse, what to grow through the year, and watering, ventilation and warmth. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/keeping-a-greenhouse-cool-and-watered https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/keeping-a-greenhouse-cool-and-watered How to stop a UK greenhouse overheating and drying out in summer — ventilation, shading, damping down and watering, to keep crops cropping in a heatwave. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/unheated-greenhouse-through-the-year https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/unheated-greenhouse-through-the-year Get the most from an unheated greenhouse in the UK — a month-by-month plan of what to sow, grow and harvest under glass through all four seasons. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/cabbage-white-caterpillars https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/cabbage-white-caterpillars Cabbage white caterpillars stripping your kale and cabbages? How to identify them, the netting that stops them, and organic ways to protect UK brassicas. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/onion-white-rot https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/onion-white-rot Onion white rot in the UK — how to spot the fluffy white fungus and yellowing leaves, why it persists in soil for years, and how to manage it. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/pea-mildew https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/pea-mildew White powder on your pea plants? Powdery mildew explained — why it hits late-sown UK peas in summer, how to slow it, and the resistant varieties to grow. Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/carrots-in-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/carrots-in-containers How to grow carrots in pots and containers in the UK — the best short-rooted varieties, the right compost and depth, and beating carrot root fly on a patio. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/chitting-potatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/chitting-potatoes How to chit seed potatoes in the UK — what chitting is, why it gives early potatoes a head start, and the simple egg-box method step by step. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/courgette-glut https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/courgette-glut Drowning in courgettes? What to do with a courgette glut — the best ways to cook, freeze and store a summer surplus so nothing goes to waste. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/earthing-up-potatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/earthing-up-potatoes How and when to earth up potatoes in the UK — why it matters, how to do it, and how it protects tubers from frost and stops them turning green. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/potatoes-in-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/potatoes-in-containers How to grow potatoes in bags and containers in the UK — the best varieties, compost, watering and harvest for a patio crop with no garden needed. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/tomato-varieties https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/tomato-varieties The best tomato varieties for UK gardens — sweet cherry types, reliable cordons, blight-resistant picks and the best tomatoes for pots and patios. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/watering-feeding-tomatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/watering-feeding-tomatoes How to water and feed tomatoes in the UK for a heavy crop — how often, how much, when to start high-potash feed, and how to avoid split fruit. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/winter-salad-leaves https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/winter-salad-leaves Grow salad leaves through a UK winter — the hardy varieties, sowing times and simple cover that keep you in fresh leaves from autumn into spring. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/easiest-crops-for-beginners https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/easiest-crops-for-beginners The easiest crops to grow for UK beginners — ten hard-to-fail vegetables, herbs and salads that give a quick, satisfying first harvest with little fuss. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/no-dig-gardening https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/no-dig-gardening No-dig gardening for beginners in the UK — how it works, how to start a no-dig bed on grass or soil, and why it means less weeding and digging. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/windowsill-growing https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/windowsill-growing How to grow food on a windowsill in the UK — the best herbs, salads and microgreens for an indoor sill, plus light, watering and the right pots. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/beans-not-setting-pods https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/beans-not-setting-pods Runner beans flowering but no pods? The UK causes — heat, dry roots and too few pollinators — and how to get your beans setting pods again fast. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/blackfly-on-beans https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/blackfly-on-beans Blackfly on your beans? How to deal with black bean aphid the organic way — pinching out, encouraging predators, and stopping it coming back. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/blossom-end-rot https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/blossom-end-rot Blossom end rot on tomatoes and courgettes explained — what causes the sunken brown patch at the base, and the simple watering fix that prevents it. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/carrot-root-fly https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/carrot-root-fly Carrot root fly is the UK carrot grower's biggest pest — how to spot the damage, and the mesh, barrier and timing tricks that keep your carrots clean. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/lettuce-bolting https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/lettuce-bolting Why has your lettuce bolted? What makes lettuce run to seed in the UK, how to spot it early, and the varieties and tricks that prevent it. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/potato-blight https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/potato-blight Potato blight in the UK — how to recognise it, why it spreads in warm wet weather, and how to save your crop and prevent it coming back next season. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/powdery-mildew-courgettes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/powdery-mildew-courgettes White powder on your courgette leaves? Powdery mildew explained — why it strikes in late summer, how to slow it, and the resistant varieties to grow. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/tomato-blight https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/tomato-blight Tomato blight in the UK — how to recognise it fast, why it strikes in warm wet summers, and how to slow it down and prevent it ruining your crop. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/tomato-leaves-yellow https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/problem-solving/tomato-leaves-yellow Why are your tomato leaves turning yellow? The common UK causes — overwatering, hunger, cold and disease — and exactly how to fix each one. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/beans https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/beans Grow runner beans and French beans in the UK — sowing times, supports, watering, and getting a heavy crop from May to October in any UK garden or pot. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/carrots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/carrots Complete beginner's guide to growing carrots in the UK — best varieties, sowing dates, thinning, and avoiding carrot root fly for a sweet, straight crop. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/courgettes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/courgettes Grow courgettes in the UK — the right varieties, when to sow, planting out, feeding, and how to avoid the courgette glut every beginner experiences. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/lettuce https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/lettuce Grow salad leaves and lettuce at home in the UK — which varieties to choose, how to sow, and the cut-and-come-again method for months of harvests. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/start-a-vegetable-garden https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/start-a-vegetable-garden A beginner's guide to starting a vegetable garden in the UK — choosing what to grow, preparing the soil, and getting your first crops in. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/growing-food-in-containers https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/container-growing/growing-food-in-containers No garden? No problem. Grow vegetables, herbs and fruit in pots, on balconies and windowsills — a UK beginner's guide to container growing. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/basil https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/herbs/basil Beginner's guide to growing basil in the UK — sowing, warmth, light, the pinching trick, watering, harvesting and beating bolting for months of fresh leaves. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/tomatoes-in-pots https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/tomatoes-in-pots How to grow tomatoes in pots on a UK patio or balcony — container size, compost, deep planting, watering and feeding for a heavy crop in a small space. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/tomatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/tomatoes Beginner's guide to growing tomatoes in the UK — sowing, potting on, planting out, training cordons, watering, high-potash feeding and a heavy harvest. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/potatoes https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/grow-vegetables/potatoes Grow your own potatoes in the UK — chitting, planting, earthing up, blight and harvesting first earlies and maincrop, in the ground or in containers. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/improving-your-soil https://www.farmsimplesite.co.uk/getting-started/improving-your-soil Find out what soil you have and improve it with compost, manure, mulch and no-dig — the simple UK guide to building rich, healthy ground that grows more. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT