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You’ve made the great decision to invest in a polytunnel and now you’re wondering what size of polytunnel you should get. You have asked your fellow allotmenteers and gardening friends, and they’ve all said “get the biggest you can!” Maybe you’ve asked us and we’ve said (as we always say) that “whatever size you get, you will always fill it.”

Deciding how big a polytunnel you need can be tricky, so we’ve put together this guide with a list of things to consider to help you decide:

The fresh, citrusy flavours of coriander leaves make them a wonderful addition to your lunchtime or evening meals. Use them to cook or garnish and create tasty dishes from across the globe, such as curries or tacos.

If you're an avid gardener looking to insert its vibrant green hues into your outdoor space, you'll be happy to learn that it's relatively simple to produce. Read our guide to find out how to grow coriander from seeds.

Growing cauliflowers could be the perfect new gardening project for you. Although this crop has a reputation for being a little challenging to grow, with the right conditions and care, they can still be a good choice for home growers.

Cauliflowers are part of the cabbage family and work well in roast dinners, curries and other tasty dishes. There are summer, autumn and winter varieties and plenty of types to choose from in addition to the traditional white or cream ones. Try a purple, orange or green cauliflower to add extra vibrance to your garden and home-cooked meals.

If you want to learn how to grow cauliflowers, here's what you need to know.

Premier Polytunnels are delighted to announce that we have become a member of the Made In Britain manufacturing community.

Our adoption of the Made In Britain official, registered trademark gives our customers confidence that the products we supply have been manufactured to the very highest standards in Great Britain.

Premier Polytunnels are proud to announce that we’re now an accredited Living Wage Employer. While we’ve been ‘unofficial’ for a long time, we have made the decision to become officially accredited to show our commitment to paying our employees at least the real Living Wage.

Basil is a relatively easy plant to grow, making it a great choice for newer gardeners. It's a member of the mint family that works well in many recipes or as a pizza topping.

You might not have realised that there are several variations of basil you could choose to grow. We'd recommend Thai or sweet basil as your best options. Thai basil offers a savoury yet spicy flavour while the sweet alternative is a milder, more peppery taste.

Both have the potential to enhance just about any dish. Use our guide to learn about growing fresh basil and spice up your meals with home-grown herbs.

Turnips are a root vegetable every gardener should grow. They can be used in plenty of recipes, offer tons of health benefits and are easy to grow from scratch.
 
There are several varieties grown in the UK, so you can choose the one that entices you the most. Popular varieties include:

Collecting and saving seed from your homegrown fruit and veg is not only extremely rewarding, it is also a great way to approach sustainable gardening and save money. Saving your own veg seed can also help your crops to adapt to local growing conditions and increase yields.   

Strawberries are a classic British fruit, perfect for accompanying delicious desserts or turning into tasty jams. Growing them yourself also happens to be quite straightforward and conditions are favourable for successful harvests every year.

Several varieties of strawberries grow in the UK. These are:
 

1. Summer fruiting strawberries - the largest and most popular variety, these are grown from runners or young plants.
2. Perpetual strawberries - this variation has long growth periods and is much smaller than summer fruiting strawberries. These are grown from either runners or young plants.
3. Alpine strawberries - sometimes known as woodland or wild strawberries, these are tiny berries that grow over the summer months. These start as a seed, so need to be sowed before planting outside.

Garlic is a staple ingredient in many of your home-cooked meals, so why not start growing your own today? The flavoursome plant is one of the oldest horticultural crops with both Indian and Egyptian cultures using it around 5,000 years ago. It can grow wildly in warmer climates but can also be planted and harvested in the UK with relative ease.

Garlic cloves can be used in a variety of different ways when you cook and there's a huge range of great recipes to try once you start growing yours. Plus, it's known to have plenty of health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart attacks, restricting cancerous cell growth and relieving osteoarthritis symptoms.

Whether you're a garlic lover or you just want a new fun plant for your outdoor space, you can get started today when you follow the garlic growing stages below.