“Although some of us may be basking in the Sun, there could be a sting in the tail for the Winter Veg” This early Autumn heat is brilliant for late Tomato crops but can be particularly dangerous to Winter brassicas. The current conditions are perfect for Butterflies. So over the next few days pay particular attention to caterpillar attack on the under side of your brassica leaves. Winter crops rely on a change in the weather, cool damp conditions trigger brassicas into a growth surge, this surge might be seriously delayed due to the Indian Summer…
“Don’t be surprised to hear there might be a shortage of Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage and Greens this Christmas”