Planting, Growing, Storing and Eating Vegetables

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Grow your own vegetables to save money, eat well and reduce your carbon footprint. We tell you how to plant, grow, harvest, store and cook them. Whatever your level of expertise and whatever your interest, we hope Vegetable Expert will become your one-stop resource for the information you need - when you need it

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Pickling Onions and Shallots: Pickling is a great way to preserve your homegrown crop of baby onions or shallots. It’s easier than it sounds, so don’t hesitate – get stuck in using our… [426 views in Jul]
Refrigeration Tips: Keeping Vegetables Fresh: If you're like most people, you unpack your groceries and plunk your vegetables into the refrigerator without a second thought. Did… [244 views in Jul]
Everything You Need To Know About Brassica Vegetables: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, brassicas are the powerhouses of the vegetable kingdom. With its long… [196 views in Jul]
When to Harvest Your Vegetables: Picking each crop at its peak of freshness and flavour is key to a successful harvest. In this article, we'll discuss the best time to harvest each… [144 views in Jul]
Growing Squash and Pumpkins: The sweet, spicy aroma of pumpkin pie cooking in the oven is a welcome sign of autumn. Growing your own squash and pumpkins is a special treat - especially… [102 views in Jul]
Growing Cucumbers: Cool, crisp cucumbers are perfect in summer salads or on their own with sour cream and fresh dill, and if you can grow this classic British vegetable in your own… [74 views in Jul]