Remember, there’s no point in growing many vegetables that no one likes, so before you get started, make a list of all the things you like to eat and then decide how you are going to grow them.

If you are growing in your garden, once you know your soil type and how much sun your garden gets, it’s time to decide what to grow. Choose vegetables that are suited to your garden’s conditions, so you’re more likely to get vigorous, healthy plants and a good harvest. You can always mix ‘n’ match with those not suited to your soil type, grown in pots.

Almost anything can be grown in a container, you’re only limited to how many containers you have, how big they are and what space you have – the possibilities are endless…

• Vegetables for pots: Dwarf runner bean, Dwarf French beans, Tomatoes (including tumbling varieties), Salad leaves, Early Potatoes
• Vegetables for containers: Potatoes, Squash, Courgette,
• Vegetables for part shade: Chard, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce
• Vegetables for clay soils: French beans, Cabbage, Pumpkins
• Vegetables for sandy soils: Carrots, Beetroot, Radishes. 

Why not try a fruit trees? We’ve a great range of compact, strong fruit ‘Wondertrees’ that guarantee a wonderful production of tasty fruit. Easy to maintain, and little pruning is necessary! Perfectly suited for growing in pots. 

If you have a particular sunny site or conservatory, why not try a pretty citrus tree. The flowers smell divine and their home-grown fruit tastes delicious!