New research from Miracle-Gro (www.lovethegarden.com (opens in new tab)) has shown that, whilst 39% of Brits have enjoyed baking up a storm in the kitchen, nearly three quarters (74.6%) of us have been gardening more than usual this summer. See: The six tools that every gardener should have in their shed A combination of wanting to spend more time with family, getting outside to enjoy the sunshine and enjoying some exercise has all been satisfied by green-fingered growers. Moreover, it’s the lockdown activity that has bought us the most pride. Over a quarter of Brits have found gardening to be the most satisfying hobby in these unprecedented times, and over a quarter (27%) have vowed to continue growing beyond lockdown. Driven by a desire to eat homegrown produce (48%), live a healthier lifestyle (47%), and be more self-sufficient, (38%), over 60% of us have been growing our own fruit and veg. A burgeoning food trend in itself, over half (53.4%) of fruit and veg growers have rated taste as the key success factor, and more still (67.8%) look forward to adding the fruits of their labour to recipes after harvesting. See: Create an eco-haven for your garden with tips from the experts
GROWING DEMAND FOR ORGANIC PRODUCE
GROWING DEMAND FOR ORGANIC PRODUCE
When it comes to choosing vegetable seeds, most people look for the easiest and tastiest produce to grow, followed by how healthy they are and what’s fast growing. What’s more, the research revealed that organic food is favoured by nearly two thirds of us (61.3%), yet surprisingly practiced by less than thirty per cent (29.1%) of growers. To offer advice for eager organic growers, Miracle-Gro has teamed up with Charted Horticulturalist and TV Gardener David Domoney to provide you with tips, tricks and an easy-to-follow guide to growing your own organic fruit and veg at home.
DAVID DOMONEY’S TOP TIPS FOR HOW TO GROW ORGANIC FRUIT AND VEG AT HOME
DAVID DOMONEY’S TOP TIPS FOR HOW TO GROW ORGANIC FRUIT AND VEG AT HOME
David comments: ‘The process of growing your own fruit and vegetables is an extremely satisfying task, and the magic of harvesting produce that you’ve grown by hand never fades. ‘Every space is suitable to grow, no matter how big or small - sowing your seeds, nurturing them, watching them grow, harvesting them and finally serving up a delicious home-grown meal to your nearest and dearest is a great experience.’ See his four top tips on how to grow organic fruit and veg at home below.
