Here are all the things that you might appreciate in the ‘shed’ for your grow your own adventure! Take a look and then scroll on down for which item you might need for each veggie you grow…
Tomorite Peat Free Deep Planter 46L Only 2 for £10! That's 92L for £10
Ideal for tomatoes, these large grow bags provide enough room for healthy root growth and help prevent overcrowding. Perfect for growing in both greenhouses and outdoors. 3 plants per bag advised
£5.99, 2 for £10
Tomato Plant Feeds:
WOW! Tomorite 1.2L (20% Extra Free) Only £3.99
Blood, Fish & Bone Meal:
£7.99/4kg, £14.99/8kg, £17.99/10kg
Organic Seaweed Extract:
Vitax Liquid concentrates or granules from £4.99
Westland from £6,99
Maxicrop 1L concentrate £9.99
Growmore Fertiliser:
Westland £7.99/4kg, £14.99/8kg
Vitax Liquid concentrate 1L £5.99 or Tub of granules £17.99/10kg
Garden Canes:
120cm (4') bamboo canes x 20 £4.99
150cm (5')bamboo canes x 20 £6.99
180cm (6') bamboo canes x10 £5.99
210cm (7') bamboo canes x 10 £7.99
TOP TIP
Try Organic Seaweed Fertiliser as Plant-Based Alternatives to Blood, Fish & Bone.
Packed with essential nutrients, great for all types of vegetables, especially leafy greens and tomatoes.
A dive into what they are all good for...
Growmore Fertiliser
A general-purpose fertiliser that promotes healthy growth and abundant harvests.
Blood, Fish & Bone Meal
A natural fertiliser, great for leafy greens, root crops, and flowering vegetables.
Compost
Improves soil texture, provides essential nutrients, and enhances water retention.
Organic Seaweed Extract
A natural feed rich in micronutrients, ideal for improving plant health and root development.
Specifics for Each Vegetable
Beans, Peas & Runner Beans
Fertiliser: Blood, Fish & Bone (for strong root growth)
Supports: Garden Canes (6-8 feet)
Brassicas (Kale, Cabbage, etc.)
Fertiliser: Growmore Fertiliser
Companion Plants: Dill, mint, rosemary, or nasturtium (deterrent for pests)
Root Vegetables (Carrots, Parsnips, etc.)
Fertiliser: Blood, Fish & Bone
Mulch: Light layer of organic mulch
Leafy Greens (Lettuce, Kale, Spinach, etc.)
Fertiliser: Compost and Fish, Blood & Bone
Cucumbers & Sweet Peppers
Feed: Tomorite Plant Feed
Support: Plant Support Rings/Frames
Onions & Garlic
Fertiliser: Growmore Fertiliser
Herbs (Basil, Parsley, etc.)
Feed: Organic Seaweed Extract
Companion Planting Tips
Marigolds: Deter aphids and pests around tomatoes and beans.
Nasturtiums: Great as a trap crop for aphids near brassicas.
Garlic & Onions: Act as natural pest repellents for aphids and mites.
General Tips for Growing Vegetables
Mulching: Use organic mulch (e.g., straw or wood chips) to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure.
Pest Control: Use netting or row covers to protect crops from pests.
Watering: Ensure consistent moisture, especially for tomatoes and peppers.