Herbs and Vegetables
The classic kitchen garden is often complimented by a healthy selection of herbs and vegetables, annual and perennial. Basil, coriander, dill and French tarragon are popular but annual or none hardy, and will require fresh stock each spring. Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme will survive for many years once established in a well drained loam,
Growing your own vegetables is one of the greatest delights of many gardeners, nothing tastes as good as freshly picked from your own plot. Spring crops from fast growers like salad leaf, radish, carrots and spring onions provide a sweet crunchy munch, especially when picked young (chefs favourites). Or for a constant supply of fresh winter veg broccoli, sprouts, leek, cabbage and kaletts (a new and fashionable cross between kale and sprout, steam for a few minutes and enjoy the nutty flavour) are a winter pleasure for the taste buds if not the eyes.