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Growing, Harvesting and Using Zucchini
Vegetable and Herb Gardening Robyn Boldy Vegetable and Herb Gardening Robyn Boldy

Growing, Harvesting and Using Zucchini

Zucchini is one of those plants that grow prolifically in the garden, producing an abundant crop when conditions are right. There are dozens of varieties of zucchini to choose from with a wide range of colours and shapes, from round to crookneck and cylindrical. Both the flower and the fruit are edible and can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes – a must have in every summer veggie patch.

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Vegetable and Herb Gardening Robyn Boldy Vegetable and Herb Gardening Robyn Boldy

Growing, Harvesting and Using Garlic Chives

Garlic chives are a clumping, perennial herb grown both for culinary and ornamental purposes in the garden. This perennial is one of the easiest herbs to grow in containers or directly in the ground, growing up to 35cm in height. As the name suggests, the leaves have a mild garlic/onion flavour, a perfect substitute for garlic if short on garden space or if you’re after a quick growing herb.

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Growing, Harvesting and Using Beetroot
Vegetable and Herb Gardening Robyn Boldy Vegetable and Herb Gardening Robyn Boldy

Growing, Harvesting and Using Beetroot

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) are one of the most versatile and flavour-packed vegetables to grow in the garden. Both the leaves and the root are edible and packed with antioxidants and nutrients. They come in many colours, shapes and sizes, grow well in most climates and don’t require much space, making this vegetable a worthy addition to every garden.

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