Re growing veggies
Hi Minnie.
I'm no expert in such matters, but we've greatly expanded our veggie patch this year having moved in Spring 08. Most seeds would need to be put down May-June but I think some brassicas (cabbage/brussels) might be put down later. I would recommend the latter strongly if you want to grow high rather than lengthwise as they take up a fairly small space and seem very hardy. We cheated and got a tray of 10 small brussels plants and I think all have survived and are doing really well.
I planted out lettuce seeds just a week ago (two varieties) and these are already visible. They can definitely be harvested in August. Salads really cut down on your food bills, if that's an issue for you, and give great satisfaction as you can eat them at least once a day. If you like spinach I'd also strongly recommend it for 2010 as it's very hardy and just three or four plants can be harvested for weeks on end. It's really nutritious and is lovely steamed and put in a savoury tart or chopped up, and mixed with a bit of seasoing and cream and added to an omlette or saucepan of hot pasta.
Last but not least, invest in a good veggie growing book that explains how to plant and harvest different veggies. It'll be worth it!
Best of luck
Gail
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