According to the Horticultural Trades Association, sales of the seeds of edible plants and herbs reached a record 40.3 million pounds last year. Sales of edible seeds are up 30% and sales of flower seeds are dropping.

On Breakfast TV this morning, Pippa Greenwood urged everyone to have a go at growing some vegetables. She said you do not need a big garden. A balcony, window box, or even a bucket with holes in the bottom, can act as a container for growing vegetables.

Growing your own vegetables gives a great sense of satisfaction. Freshly picked vegetables are full of flavour, and transform a meal. Vegetables are an important of a healthy diet.

The vegetable trend is set to continue as people realise how easy it is to grow vegetables in a small space.

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