April showers are just what we all needed to help replenish water supplies, and we certainly got plenty, and as growers we needed a few; but some dry days are what we need now so we can do a bit more planting and weed control.  Our early transplants have not enjoyed the high winds and heavy showers so hopefully the next lot will get some better growing conditions. The onions, garlic and potatoes are doing well though.

Hungry Gap just a reminder that it’s the lean time of year for UK grown vegetables, known as the ‘Hungry Gap’. Last season’s stored and over-wintered crops are coming to an end, and the new season’s crops are not yet plentiful. On the plus side, we are already harvesting new season’s spring garlic and small amounts of tunnel grown salad greens; outdoor salads and spinach are not far away, but we still have to wait a while for early summer crops such as new potatoes and courgettes.