Now that the allotmenting season is getting started thoughts start to turn to sowing your seeds. Whilst all seeds vary in size and shape, there are a few hints which are useful for all sowing:

1 Make sure the bed is cleared of debris and weeds.
2 Rake the soil, breaking down lumps of soil.
3 Continue to rake until the soil is a fine till.
4 Create a drill (a shallow trough) in which to sow the seeds.
5 Read the packet instructions for information about distances between rows and depth of drills.
6 Seeds should be sprinkled lightly along the drill (not in clumps).
7 Drills can then be covered over with fine soil.
8 Remember to water well.