Basil turns sulky by late October on most UK balconies. The leaves blacken, the stems flop, and your pasta tastes a bit sad.

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But if for some reason I could only bring one home from the grocery store, I would absolutely choose cilantro. The thought of ...

Radishes are perfect for small spaces and container gardening. They grow quickly, often ready to harvest in under a month, so ...

Even the immortal mint is looking scruffy after the long, hot, dry summer. It didn't all go to Mother Nature, though. The ...

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Strawberries are a perfect plant for containers, especially hanging containers. They look gorgeous with the fruit drooping ...

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New Zealand growers are reporting a strong strawberry crop this year, thanks to favourable growing conditions. Dr Carolyn Lister, principal scientist and science team leader (food and health ...