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What I’m Growing This Summer (And Why I Chose Every Single Variety)

July 27, 2026 | News

#Tomato, #Herbs, #Fruit, #vegetables, #Seeds, #cucumber
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One of the questions I get asked every season is: “Natasha, what are you planting this year?” So, I thought I’d let you in on exactly what will be growing in the VanZylStead garden this summer—and more importantly, why I’ve chosen each variety. As I’ve learnt over the years, growing vegetables isn’t just about planting what’s…

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