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Join richard in this weeks podcast in which Richard shares the seed of the month Pumpkins. Richard also shares the latest from the kitchen garden and his thoughts on this months book of the month. Kitchen garden update Whitefly and more space. Over the last week, while Richard inspected his young plants he noticed some white aphids on his chillies. While only a small infestation it was time to take quick action. Richard used an organic pesticide which worked within a day but wasn't Richards preferred choice. Richard also needed his kitchen table back with family over for mothering Sunday. This table was full of plants so Richard went out and bought a vegtrug nursery to house his plants outside, but still undercover. So far so good. Seed of the month Pumpkins Pumpkins are a delicious and easy to grow edible, but often over looked as used for Halloween carvings. Well Richard prefers to grow food and this month Richard delves into growing pumpkins. Links to suggested varieties ...

Join Richard in this weeks podcast in which Richard is springing into action. With Spring officially here its time to really get to work and this week Richard has been busy on the allotment cutting the grass and tending to his garlic. In the kitchen garden Richard has also been busy potting on lots of plants and planting up his greenhouse in order to grow food. Chef Scott is also back with another tasty recipe. Allotment update: Springing into action Down on Richards allotment, Richard has been cutting the grass over the last couple of weeks. Not the most exciting of tasks but this week Richard has made this task a little easier by investing in some new strimmer line for his ryobi grass strimmer and adding a bigger battery to his collection of ryobi batteries. This has made the grass cutting task much easier. Added to that Richard has also tended to his over wintered garlic and onions. They are starting to show signs that they are springing into action. But they needed a good feed...

Hi, it’s Scott here with this week’s recipe! This time, we’re making Spring Vegetable, Ricotta & Mozzarella Air Fryer Filo Parcels – a delicious twist on spanakopita. These individual parcels are stuffed with whatever you have growing in the allotment or garden, combined with a creamy cheese mix of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan. Perfect eaten hot or cold, they make a fantastic packed lunch – far better than a boring old sandwich! For my version, I’ve used peas, broad beans, courgettes, asparagus, and spring onion, but feel free to use whatever you have. Even just herbs mixed with the cheese blend work brilliantly. And if you want to get fancy, a drizzle of chilli-infused honey is a fantastic finishing touch. So, let’s head to the kitchen and get cooking! As always, you can find this recipe and others on theveggrowerpodcast.co.uk and on my Instagram page Seed to Table Plot 13 . Spring Vegetable, Ricotta & Mozzarella Filo Parcels (Makes 12 Parcels) Ingredients: 250g ...

Hi, it’s Scott here with this week’s recipe! As spring arrives, I always look forward to making a fresh and vibrant Spring Vegetable Risotto . There’s something special about using the first pickings of the season – peas, courgettes, and asparagus – to create a dish that’s both comforting and packed with flavour. So, let’s head to the kitchen and get cooking! As always, you can find this recipe and many others on theveggrowerpodcast.co.uk and on my Instagram page Seed to Table Plot 13 . Spring Vegetable Risotto (Serves 2) Ingredients: 120g fresh peas 120g courgettes, diced 120g asparagus, chopped into small rounds 200g baby leaf spinach 10 large basil leaves, roughly torn 4 tbsp flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 20g unsalted butter 100g shallots, peeled and chopped 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped 150g arborio risotto rice 75ml white wine 320ml vegetable stock 30g parmesan cheese, grated Method: Start by bringing the vegetable stock to the boi...

In the latest episode of the Veg Grower Podcast, Richard, the primary speaker, shares a wealth of updates and insights from his gardening activities, both at his allotment and at home. This episode is particularly poignant as it is set against the backdrop of Richard's recent job change, which has significantly impacted his schedule for visiting the allotment. Despite these changes, Richard emphasizes the value of dedicating a little time each day to gardening tasks, such as weeding and watering. He highlights how even small, consistent efforts can lead to significant progress in maintaining a healthy garden. The "Little and Often" Gardening Method One of the key themes Richard discusses is the effectiveness of the "little and often" gardening method. This approach involves spending short bursts of time on gardening tasks each day, which can be incredibly effective in maintaining control over an allotment without becoming overwhelmed. Benefits of the "Li...

Spring is creeping in, and with it, the start of another exciting growing season. March is a month of new beginnings—seed trays filling up, beds being prepared, and the first real sense that warmer days are on the way. In this week’s podcast, Richard covers: The Seed of the Month – Tomatoes What can be done on the allotment in March Chef Scott’s recipe: Roast Pork Chops with Rhubarb A review of A Jam Maker’s Garden Let’s get stuck in. Seed of the Month: Tomatoes Few crops are as rewarding as homegrown tomatoes. This month, Richard is sowing a mix of different varieties to suit a range of growing conditions. One of the first tomatoes sown this year was ‘Minibel’ , a dwarf variety ideal for pots and small spaces. One plant has even been growing in Richard’s hydroponic system and is thriving. For those looking for reliability outdoors, ‘ Crimson Crush ’ is a top choice. This variety is blight-resistant , making it a great option for UK growers who often battle unpredictable ...