Recent articles by Penny Woodward
Garlic pests and diseases
Try these recipes to combat the main problems for homegrown garlic: fungal diseases rust and fusarium, and black aphid pests.
Garlic ain’t just garlic
Diversity in garlic cultivars will help cope with the effects of climate change, while new research bolsters garlic’s already strong health credentials, writes Penny Woodward.
Olive harvesting and preserving
Time to think about harvesting and preserving olives, writes Penny Woodward.
Oregano and marjoram
Penny Woodward says that oregano comes into its own at this time of year.
Apples: Glossary terms
Thinking of growing apples? This glossary of terms by Penny Woodward will come in handy.
Hyssop highlights
Hyssop, says Penny Woodward, attracts bees and butterflies and dispels the ‘nits and itchings of the beard’!
Southernwood
This important insect-repellent herb has lots of uses says Penny Woodward
Storing garlic
So you've harvested and cured your garlic, now you need to store it. Penny Woodward explains how.
Planting seedlings
There are some ways, says Penny Woodward, to ensure that summer planted seedlings stay alive.
Netting fruit
Penny Woodward explains that now is the perfect time to net or bag your fruit.
Zest of life
Lemon-scented plants bring extra zing to your garden, food and life writes Penny Woodward.
Drought-tolerant herbs to grow
Dryness intensifies the scent and flavour of these herbs, explains Penny Woodward.