We all know that home-grown vegetables provide us with more vitamins, minerals and nutrients than supermarket equivalents - so 'growing your own' is a big step towards a healthier lifestyle, as well as helping to cut the cost of your grocery bills!

I have just downsized and moved to an appartment with a communal garden, so I don't have any of the heavy work to do any more. But I still have a lovely patio where I can grow my tomatoes. There's no excuse not to grow your own. You don't need a large garden or an allotment, just a few pots - or maybe other interesting containers! - so my patio will suffice as space is limited. Go on - give it a go this summer and you'll have tasty crops in just a few weeks with minimal effort!