The best time of year to sow seeds is between the beginning of March and the end of April so, if you re just starting out, you might have missed this window.
It s still worth giving it a try though! Plants are powerful things and may still thrive over the upcoming summer months.
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Using the right soil
The best kind of soil includes composted organic materials, so consider investing in a compost bin if you don t already own one. Wood ash, coffee grounds, bananas, tea leaves and egg shells are examples of organic matter suitable for growing herbs and veg.
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