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Garden designer Alison Jenkins in her Somerset smallholding
There are silver linings to some of the more depressing truths of today's society. One is that more of us are having a go at growing our own plants for food — something that has, in part, sprung from the cost of living crisis. There are estimates that this could save some families up to £2000 per year. But as anyone who has spent any time doing work in the garden, it's an activity that's also good for one's mental health: it is so satisfying to cultivate and nurture something that will in turn nourish you and your loved ones. One side effect of global warming (it would be too glib to call it a silver lining) is that there is an increasing number of formerly ‘exotic’ fruits and vegetables that you can reliably grow in the UK. Today, growers are having real success with sunflowers, sweet potatoes, water melons and walnuts. That'll make your garden, allotment or pot a bit more interesting, and help save a few pennies too. We checked in with two experts to find out what fruit, veg and herbs they recommend trying out: our resident Garden Editor Clare Foster and House & Garden's Rising Star (Garden Design) Harry Holding. Over to them!
I think this is a must-have fruit tree, and it's drought tolerant which is important these days. Whilst you don't want to eat them raw, quince fruit (Cydonia oblonga ‘Vranja’) can make delicious jellies, jams and preserves. Beyond being edible, it has wonderful qualities with a strong form and large, beautiful flowers in spring. (Harry Holding)Tip from the RHS: Grow in a warm, sheltered spot as flowers are susceptible to frost and warm conditions are needed for the fruit to ripen well. Tolerant to a wide range of soil, but will do best
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