Recent articles by Penny Woodward

Pyrethroid pesticide warning

PENNY WOODWARD asks how safe are our ‘safe’ insecticides?

Fungi facts

PENNY WOODWARD says it is good to look after most of the fungi growing in your garden.

Sun-loving santolina

PENNY WOODWARD says grey-leafed plants like santolina thrive in hot, dry weather.

Dill is for digestion

This ‘gallant expeller of wind’ eases indigestion caused by Christmas fare, says PENNY WOODWARD.

Heirloom pumpkins

PENNY WOODWARD reminds us that it's not too late to plant pumpkins to ensure a good supply for winter.

Why not try turmeric?

Turmeric is easier to grow than ginger, says PENNY WOODWARD, and has many varied uses.

Beautiful bee magnets

Versatile, tough and very beautiful, PENNY WOODWARD asks what more could you want from Echium?

Grow alpine strawberries

PENNY WOODWARD suggests you try growing these tiny morsels of delight.