How to Grow Allium Varieties
Posted by Mr Middleton on 25th Aug 2025
                Planting Timing
Best months: September – November
Soil temperature: Cool but not frozen.
Plant before hard frosts so bulbs can root well.
Soil Preparation & Drainage
Alliums hate sitting in water: choose light, well-drained soil.
On heavy clay:
Dig in grit or sharp sand to improve drainage.
Raise the planting site slightly if soil stays wet in winter.
Add
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    Mr Middleton’s Growing Guide for Asparagus Crowns
Posted by Mr Middleton on 19th Feb 2024
                Asparagus is a rewarding perennial vegetable that offers delicious harvests for many years. Follow these steps to successfully grow asparagus crowns and enjoy a bountiful supply of tender spears for 20 or more years1. Choosing a SiteSelect a sunny location with well-drained soil. Asparagus thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade.2. Soil PreparationPrepare the soil by digging it to a dep
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    When to Use Organic Neem Oil on Plants
Posted by Mr Middleton on 15th Feb 2024
                Mr Middleton’s Neem Oil.Organic Pure, Virgin Cold-Pressed Neem Oil. It has no additives or other chemicals.Neem oil works as a preventative method as well as pest control for an existing infestation. Use neem oil during the morning or evening hours. Avoid using neem oil during the middle of the day, as the combination of neem oil and direct sunlight can burn the plants. Neem oil is effective throu
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    Mr Middleton's Summer Bulbs Growing Guide
Posted by Mr Middleton on 13th Feb 2024
                Welcome to the vibrant world of 
gardening, where each season brings 
new opportunities to cultivate beauty 
and abundance. As the warmth of spring 
approaches, we find ourselves eagerly 
anticipating the burst of colours and 
fragrances that accompany blooming 
bulbs and thriving plants. In this 
Mr Middleton Summer Bulb and Plant 
Growing Guide, we embark on a journey 
to unlock t
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