In this weeks veg grower podcast Richard shares the latest from his allotment including more straw bail gardening and mulching. Richard also visits Stephens allotment and hear the latest from Richards kitchen Garden.

Allotment update: Using more straw

Down on Richards allotment Richard has been investing a lot into straw. Using straw bail gardening in a metal raised planter that would cost a fortune to fill wiht compost, might be an easy solution. But Richard has also used straw to mulch his potatoes.

One of the most important things Richard believes anyone can do with there allotment is to mulch. Mulching feeds the soil, suppresses weeds and reduces watering. All of which saves the gardener time and resources.

Stephens allotment

Its been a few years since we last visited Stephens allotment but this week Richard has visited Stephen on his small allotment to find out how his allotment is getting on and how productive it has been.

Stephens blog can be found at http://sunflower.moleville.co.uk/

Chef Scott's recipe of the week Rhubarb and ginger cordial

Chef Scott is back with a refreshing rhubarb and ginger cordial, perfect way to rehydrate after a hard days work in the garden.