Articles by Penny Woodward

Hyssop highlights

February 3, 2019

Hyssop, says Penny Woodward, attracts bees and butterflies and dispels the ‘nits and itchings of the beard’!

February 3, 2019

Apple glossary terms

January 20, 2019

This important insect-repellent herb has lots of uses says Penny Woodward

January 10, 2019

So you've harvested and cured your garlic, now you need to store it. Penny Woodward explains how.

December 20, 2018

There are some ways, says Penny Woodward, to ensure that summer planted seedlings stay alive.

December 19, 2018

Penny Woodward explains that now is the perfect time to net or bag your fruit.

December 14, 2018

Lemon-scented plants bring extra zing to your garden, food and life writes Penny Woodward.

November 19, 2018

This long-leafed coriander is worth growing in all climates says Penny Woodward.

November 19, 2018

Dryness intensifies the scent and flavour of these herbs, explains Penny Woodward.

October 31, 2018

Find the right lavender, says Penny Woodward, to use for its calming and relaxing effects.