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What to grow for winter

Paolo Arrigo - 8/4/2017 on 20th Sep 2019

Chapter 5What to grow for winterPlanning a plot, with times of sowing and harvestDeciding what to growAlthough there are many reasons for growing one vegetable and not another, the main factor which s … read more

Focus on tomatoes

Paolo Arrigo - 14/1/2017 on 20th Sep 2019

The Italian for tomatoes is ‘pomodori’, literally translated as ‘golden apples’. Italian tomatoes are considered to be some of the best in the world, especially plum varieties for cooking, and the Ita … read more

Asparagus, this season's hottest shades.

Paolo Arrigo - 11/1/2017 on 20th Sep 2019

By Francine Raymond7:30AM BST 21 May 2014At this time of the year, from every market and roadside stall, German gourmets celebrate Spargelzeit – their asparagus season – with as much enthusiasm as gin … read more

The 11 Easiest Italian Vegetables to Grow

Paolo Arrigo - 20/11/2016 on 20th Sep 2019

The 11 Easiest Italian Vegetables to GrowSome people claim you need to have a green thumb to garden, but we believe anyone can have a full garden of delicious produce if they know where to start! You … read more