Courgettes are very sensitive to frost. Sow the seeds in late April or early May, no more than four weeks before it’s safe to plant outside in your area. Sow the large seeds individually into 7cm pots ...

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If you're short on garden space but still eager to enjoy homegrown produce, your patio might be the perfect place to start. With a few containers and some sunlight, you can grow a variety of ...