Allotment flowers

a while ago down at the allotment

Ever since she was a child, Bonnie Robinson has been an avid allotment gardener, producing a bounty of produce and flowers from seed. Here she tells of the profound joy a simple patch of earth can yield.

It's been an entire year since we took ownership of our allotment plot - and what a crazy fast year it's been! We knew having an allotment was going to be a challenge, being complete novices to growing fruit and veg and not forgetting the fact we also had a newborn on our hands too!

Renting an allotment gives you access to the space needed for growing crops like potatoes, onions and sweetcorn.

Two things to remember. First, this is just my way of successfully growing sweet peas; it is not the only way. Secondly, rely on your own ...

Discover five ways to get the most out of your allotment, when you have limited time. Allotment gardener Rachel Bull shares her top tips

#allotment I love the flowers as much as the produce!

If you're new to allotment growing, give this informative guide a read.

MONTY DON: There's never been a better time to grow your own produce, and in this essential series I'm showing you how easy it is, even for absolute beginners.