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Remove crossing branches and thin congested growth in winter to improve airflow, encourage fruiting spurs and keep trees manageable.
Ferment ripe tomato seeds in water, rinse and dry them thoroughly, then store in labelled envelopes for sowing next spring.
Cure carrots, beetroot and potatoes before packing them in sand or paper, keeping them cool, dark and dry for months.
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Compact courgette plants crop heavily in pots or raised beds, so select reliable varieties and pick young fruits for steady summer harvests.
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Clear spent crops, spread compost, plant garlic and protect tender plants before cold weather arrives and growth slows.
