‘CELINE’
If you’re looking for a colourful and productive dwarf French bean, look out for ‘Celine’. We started these off in cell trays in mid-May under cover before transplanting into raised beds in mid-June, though they are also ideal for growing in large pots if you are short of space. Of the four plants one of them had a bad attack of aphids but the others were untouched. They cropped weii, far into September. You need to stir-fry or steam to keep the colour. (Available from Suttons)
‘RHAPSODY WIGHT’
Garlic is generally such an easy crop to grow and if it’s not in your kitchen, there’s something wrong with your kitchen! Originating in south-west France, ‘Rhapsody Wight’ is a softneck variety which we planted in December
