Beechgrove Garden (1970) : 47x4

Gardening for wildlife, vegetables and small spaces are all covered in this episode. Brian plants shrubs in the garden for wildlife, choosing varieties that will encourage and help pollinators. Ruth starts her own vegetable plot that she will use as her entry in this year’s presenter veg-growing competition. She also starts her vertical garden, ideal for anyone with just a small space in which to grow. Ruth also tackles this year’s tomatoes in the 6x8 greenhouse, and she tests an automatic irrigation system that could be a great idea if you have to leave your precious plants to go on holiday this summer.