Skip to content

Gardening with Ben

Grow Something Brilliant

  • Home
  • Vegetables
    • Potatoes
    • Tomatoes
    • Onions & Garlic
    • Carrots
    • Brassicas
    • Vegetable Growing Guides
  • Fruit
    • Fruit Trees
    • Strawberries
    • Raspberries
    • Blackberries
    • Fruit Growing Guides
  • Flowers
    • Annual Flowers
    • Perennials
    • Spring Bulbs
    • Flower Growing Guides
  • Monthly Guides
    • January
    • February
    • March
    • April
    • May
    • June
    • July
    • August
    • September
    • October
    • November
    • December
  • Allotment Tips
    • Getting Started
    • Polytunnels
    • Composting
    • Pests and Diseases
    • Companion Planting
  • About Ben
  • Shop
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

🌱 How to Scarify a Lawn

🌱 How to Scarify a Lawn Scarifying is one of the most effective ways to improve lawn health. It removes moss, thatch, and dead grass, allowing air, water, and nutrients…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

🌱 How to Overseed a Lawn

🌱 How to Overseed a Lawn Overseeding is one of the easiest ways to thicken a thin lawn, improve colour, and reduce weeds without starting again from scratch. Done correctly,…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

🌱 Best Time to Seed a Lawn

🌱 Best Time to Seed a Lawn Getting the timing right is the biggest factor in successful lawn seeding. Sow at the right time of year and grass establishes quickly,…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

🌱 How to Repair a Patchy Lawn

🌱 How to Repair a Patchy Lawn A patchy lawn is a common problem caused by wear, weather, pests, or poor soil. The good news is that most lawns can…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

🌱 Broad Bean Growing Problems Explained

🌱 Broad Bean Growing Problems Explained Broad beans are generally tough and reliable, but problems like poor pod set, blackened leaves, or collapsing plants can still occur. Most issues are…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

πŸ₯¬ Lettuce Growing Problems Explained

πŸ₯¬ Lettuce Growing Problems Explained Lettuce is quick and easy to grow, but it can also be one of the first crops to show stress. Problems like bolting, bitter leaves,…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

πŸ₯• Carrot Growing Problems Explained

πŸ₯• Carrot Growing Problems Explained Carrots can be tricky to grow well, especially in heavier soils. Problems like forked roots, poor germination, or small carrots are common, but nearly all…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

πŸ§„ Garlic Growing Problems Explained

πŸ§„ Garlic Growing Problems Explained Garlic is usually low-maintenance, but a few common problems can result in small bulbs, weak growth, or crops that don’t store well. Most issues start…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

πŸ§… Onion Growing Problems Explained

πŸ§… Onion Growing Problems Explained Onions are generally reliable, but a few common problems can lead to poor growth, small bulbs, or crops that fail to store well. Most onion…[...]

Read More
BY Gardening With Ben January 2, 2026

🌢️ Pepper Growing Problems Explained

🌢️ Pepper Growing Problems Explained Peppers can be slower and more sensitive than many other vegetables, so small issues can quickly affect growth and yields. From flowers dropping to slow…[...]

Read More

Posts pagination

Previous 1 … 3 4 5 … 10 Next
About Gardening with Ben

Gardening with Ben

Grow Something Brilliant

Friendly UK gardening and allotment advice from Sheffield, sharing practical tips, growing guides and inspiration throughout the seasons.

Explore
  • Home
  • Vegetables
  • Fruit
  • Flowers
  • Monthly Guides
Useful Links
  • My Allotment
  • Companion Planting
  • Podcast
  • Shop
  • Privacy Policy
Join the Community

Join the Gardening with Ben community for seasonal growing tips, allotment updates and new videos.

Find Gardening with Ben on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.

Explore the website β†’

Proudly powered by WordPress | Gardener WordPress Theme by TheMagnifico.
TOP