Author name: Julian Cassell

I've written many books about all aspects of DIY and Home Improvement and my titles have been translated into over 20 different languages, and sell in over 50 countries across the world. I have been a regular contributor to the Guardian newspaper and have also run my own property renovation business for over 25 years.

Growing apples on dwarf stock

Fruit Gardening, Gardening Guides

Growing apples

Julian Cassell / 11/02/2012

Growing apples is about as simple as it gets if you want to grow some fruit in your garden. Apples […]

Choosing plant pots

Gardening Guides, Planting a Garden

Planting in pots

Julian Cassell / 09/02/2012

When planting in pots, tubs, baskets and even window boxes, be aware that in all these situations the plants will

Preparing soil for onions

Gardening Guides, Growing Vegetables

Growing onions, shallots and garlic

Julian Cassell / 07/02/2012

Because so many recipes make use of onions, shallots or garlic, growing them in your garden always seems like a

Planning a new kitchen

'How-to' Guides, Kitchens

Planning a kitchen

Julian Cassell / 04/02/2012

Planning a kitchen really does need to be an operation of almost military precision because there are so many things

Digging soil

Gardening Guides, Growing Vegetables

Growing potatoes

Julian Cassell / 02/02/2012

Growing potatoes is one of the most satisfying of all vegetable gardening adventures. Furthermore, potatoes are an excellent crop for