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Sowalong: Salad Leaves with Kevin Smith

Sowalong: Salad Leaves with Kevin Smith

FromBBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast


Sowalong: Salad Leaves with Kevin Smith

FromBBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast

ratings:
Length:
13 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Having something fresh on your plate, that you’ve grown yourself from seed, is magic. From speedy mixes and little gem lettuces to mustards and pak choi, this low-fuss lunchbox and dinner table staple will quickly reward you with a delicious crop, filled with variety.Salad leaves are easy to grow in veg beds, balcony containers, or even into a couple of handy pots kept by the kitchen doorstep. Nothing beats having access to beautiful fresh leaves that can be snipped, cut and washed before being added straight to the plate.So, listen on for everything you need to know about growing an array of cut and come again salad leaves from seed. Including Kevin’s tips for successional sowing and harvesting. Why not have a go at growing some this season? Once you’ve picked that first leafy medley for the table, there’ll be no going back. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
May 10, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Join the team from BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine as we share lively conversation about all things gardening. We’ll be exploring growing for health and for wildlife, success with homegrown food and flowers, making a thriving garden for you and your family to enjoy, plus how to green up your indoors, and much more. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or are just setting out on your growing journey, we promise you an enjoyable – and useful – escape into gardening with every episode.