Mixed spices
Thu, 31/03/2016 - 9:50amHome gardeners might consider spices too unusual and tricky to grow, but PENNY WOODWARD says there are good choices for warm and cool climates.
Herbs & spices
Herb garden basics
Fri, 11/03/2016 - 11:37amAutumn is a good time to plant herbs, so PENNY WOODWARD tells us how to start.
French tarragon
Thu, 17/12/2015 - 11:42amWith a delicious, mellow aniseed flavour, PENNY WOODWARD says French tarragon should be in everyone's garden.
A strange fish
Sun, 18/10/2015 - 3:43pmLizard tail, heartleaf and swamp pepper are other names for this intriguing edible plant, writes PENNY WOODWARD.
What's summer without basil?
Thu, 12/02/2015 - 11:36amJUSTIN RUSSELL pleads the case for growing a big patch of basil in the summer garden.
Sun-loving santolina
Wed, 31/12/2014 - 2:30pmPENNY WOODWARD says grey-leafed plants like santolina thrive in hot, dry weather.
Dill is for digestion
Mon, 15/12/2014 - 10:01amThis ‘gallant expeller of wind’ eases indigestion caused by Christmas fare, says PENNY WOODWARD.
Why not try turmeric?
Sat, 15/11/2014 - 4:45pmTurmeric is easier to grow than ginger, says PENNY WOODWARD, and has many varied uses.
Hot and pungent horseradish
Wed, 20/08/2014 - 2:52pmDig and divide horseradish now says PENNY WOODWARD
Delightful, delicious daylily
Sun, 27/07/2014 - 2:26pmTough, easy to grow, beautiful and delicous. What more could you want asks PENNY WOODWARD