Most bean plants are relegated to rows or patches in the vegetable garden. Although they are tasty and healthful, when it comes to looks, well, they didn’t win that lottery. However, the scarlet ...

Heat-loving nasturtiums are among the easiest annuals to grow. Just direct sow the seeds in late May, once the risk of frost has passed. Plant the seeds one to two centimetres deep in a sunny site and ...

Wall-mounted or fence-hugging supports work well for climbing French beans. They can turn boundaries into productive growing ...

Late summer and autumn are cherished by successful vegetable growers. It is a time when runner beans are plentiful, sweetcorn cobs are at their peak, and a host of outdoor produce – from tomatoes and ...