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How To Vegetable Garden
If you want to know how to vegetable garden - it doesn't matter whether you're a beginner starting out from scratch in your backyard or a seasoned gardener - there are a few basic things to consider before starting out growing your own delicious veggies. Here’s … Read more...
The Quest for the Perfect Garden Shed
A shift of focus today… we’re looking at the humble garden shed. A shed is vital for storing plants, seeds and gardening equipment. Here’s a few things to consider before you go out and buy one. Read more…
Dill: The Facts
Carrying on from my recent ‘dill’ theme, here’s a few facts and recipes to help you get the most out of this ‘enigmatic’ herb. Read more…
Tips: How to Grow Broccoli
Broccoli is one of my favourite vegetables. It’s so good that I decided to include this great article by guest blogger, Brianne, on the Hard To Beet website. Hope you find it informative. Read more…
Food4Wealth Review
Here’s my long-awaited review of Jonathan White’s eco veg growing system called Food4Wealth. I’m giving it a go this year. Why don’t YOU too? Read more…
Growing Dill: My First Attempt
I like herbs, but for some reason I never seem to get to grips with growing them successfully. It’s probably due to the arctic winds that blow across Yorkshire in the Summer! Anyway, I’m having a go at growing dill this year. Here’s what I’ve discovered. Read more…
Broad Bean Recipes
Continuing with the theme of broad beans, I thought it would be nice to share a few recipes, ideas and videos about how to use these great veggies. Maybe YOU have a ‘secret’ broad bean recipe that’s been passed down through your family. If so, I’m all ears! Read more…
What Are Broad Beans?
Yes, we’ve all seen them, but these humble veggies have a fascinating history. Remember Hannibal Lecter in ‘Silence of the Lambs’? Well, here’s why he SHOULDN’T have eaten them! Read more…
Growing Broad Beans
Broad beans are a favourite of mine and I’m growing them for the first time this year. I’ve also got a few new dishes (based on broad beans) lined up for later in the year. Watch this space! Read more…
Dolly’s First Flight
Today is supposed to be the most depressing day of the year. To counteract this effect, watch this wonderful animated, short film about the dangers of flying (worth thinking about BEFORE you book that flight to warmer climes!). Read more…
Vertical Vegetable Gardening
Vertical vegetable gardening is a fantastic method of utilising EVERY available space in the garden whether it be a wall, fence or tree. Here are some great vegetable garden designs and ideas. Read more…
Good Life Living: New Online Magazine
As a follow-up to yesterday’s post, City Cottage have just released a new online magazine called, Good Life Living’. Have a read as it’s very good (and don’t forget to make a donation to support its continuation!). Read more…
The Good Life Roadshow
The Good Life Roadshow is a great idea for anybody living in the UK who wants to learn some new skills. Ever wanted to put on a sausage night? How about a self sufficiency day? Go on… I dare you to read this! Read more…
Sustainable Apparel
In these difficult economic times you can save some cash by upcycling your old clothes into something new. We’ve made rag rugs before but the Joybilee Farm/Purple Sheep people take things to a whole new level. Read more…
Garden Relaxation
Don’t you just hate Winter with it’s short days and lack of sunlight! Relaxing in the garden is mainly a Summer activity, but here are a few thoughts, tips and resources to put you on until the sun returns! Read more…
The Hard To Beet Community
I’m eager to make 2012 the year that we form a thriving community of like-minded folks here at HardToBeet.com. If you’re interested, you should read this short post. Read more…
How To Make a Compost Bin Out of Wood
Composting can be an addictive process once you get started. Here are some great plans and videos to get you thinking about recycling in 2012. Read more…
Sprouts – just for Christmas or all year round?
Do you like Brussels sprouts? Add a few chestnuts and they make a delicious side dish for the Christmas meal. The best bit is that they are VERY good for you as well! Read more…
Beetroot Benefits
Beetroot can be like Marmite – you either love it or hate it! However, it has important health benefits and so deserves a place on your dining room table. Read more…
Low Carb Vegetarian Diet
It’s tricky trying to reduce carbohydarates in your diet even when you’re a vegetarian. I just love fresh bread, new potatoes (from the garden!) and pasta! Here’s a few things to consider if you’re in the same boat. Read more…
