When to Pick? vegetable flavours of early summer

See some options among all the tasty possibilities. I show how to pick, in ways that prolong the life of plants, increase the ease of harvests and enable them to continue for longer.
Vegetables covered are globe artichoke, lettuce for leaves, sorrel of two kinds (Buckler leaved and broad leaf), asparagus, carrot, beetroot, broad/fava beans, broccoli and potatoes.

See also my books for example No Dig Organic Home and Garden, co-author Stephanie Hafferty.

[nathanpickett]

A cup of coffee, headphones in, Mr Dowding for half an hour. Pure bliss.

[mfr]

On Saturdays, I treat myself by roasting my own coffee, and watching something nice. This channel is my new "something nice". No politics, no complaining, nothing emotional, just simple, delightful, innocent, yet totally compelling gardening. ☕

[lenamurphy]

I could listen and watch your videos all day long! So much information and your voice just relaxes me and makes me want to garden more! THANK YOU!

[passerby]

Quite seriously Charles, please keep the videos coming. There is a quality to them that stirs similar qualities in me, some from memories, some from invention and perhaps, even some from fantasies, but mainly they speak of a side to the concept of being British that is never portrayed in the international news or other media. Quintesential gentleness combined with practicality, not a single sign of agressiveness even when pulling out weeds, and the long lost art of gentlemanly conduct is easily understandable when seen in its natural form and in its natural environment.

[cestmoikim]

I was feeling a bit stressed from my work day, sat down to watch your latest video--now I'm cool as a cucumber (aren't garden puns the best?)! Our family no-dig garden is coming along nicely, only because I serendipidously discovered your channel in March--congrats on 303K subs--you had 273K then! Thank you to you & Edward for this verdant, mouthwatering Spring garden tour. You help so many of us all over the world!

[zachtbh]

Such a delight to see a garden fully occupied with veggies at this stage!

[junematthews]

Charles and team, the calm in the storm as always!👍

[marlenei]

Dear Charles, a few weeks ago I went to our local composting facility to get some compost for my new no dig garden bed. However, as I noticed before, the compost I was getting wasn't taking water as easy as I thought. As I was shoveling, I noticed a woman comping up with lots of bags to get her compost..

Excuse me, I said to her, do you mind if I ask you a question? Have you used this compost before?

Yes, I have.

Ok, I noticed that it is not taking in water that much, did you have the same problem?

Yes, at first it has a little lotus effect, but once it starts to soak up water it holds it really well. I am builing a whole garden bed out of compost only this year.

Really?

Yes. Do you know "no dig gardening"?

(Me, a little speachless) Yes I do. Do you know Charles Dowding?

(Her, a little speachless) yes I do!

After giggling for a little while about what the chances are to meet someone who watches your youtube channel and how your method makes so much sense we said goodbye. Just a little funny story how you bring people together here in Germany :)

[lunadepana]

Admiring your garden from Germany!
I would love a video "Top 10 perennials for the even lazier no-dig gardener" :-)

[andreeabouros]

I'm happy because today I picked up from my garden first broccoli 🥦😁 and I also start to harvest peas, salad, radish, herbs, chard, kale, onion, strawberry and raspberry, plenty for Irish weather
Thank you for all of the lovely videos and informations.
Best of luck🌈

[fanger]

The thicker part of the broccoli main stem makes a great eggplant substitute in baked dishes like parmigiana. Just peel away the outer fibers. Can be eaten out of hand raw.

[ryiin]

Why dose anyone dislike this man's videos. They're so peaceful and informative. It's like hating Enya.

[LifeIsBestLivedLeisurely]

Thanks again as always charles. My garden is looking marvelous thanks to you. I have 35 lettuce, 15 broccoli, a dozen strawberry, 30 melons of 5 varieties, 20 cucumber, dozen tomato, bell peppers onions and so much more. Thanks for the push and delightful narrative to go along with extremely educational programming. My first two beds prior are entirely different than my other two made with techniques I've developed with your help.

[abc_cba]

Soothing music, birds chirping, greenery, nice narration.. subscribed !

[farmerjones]

Charles, with my tiny postage stamp plot i am proud to say that as a result of your tutelage, method and wisdom, i am feeding my entire neighborhood, friends and family. There have been job losses and much suffering here in America. Food security takes the edge off and keeps illness away. The plants are volunteering at many households, I give away starts and actual produce, i have been successful with things i never imagined possible. Thank you Charles. Be well. Be safe. Be present.

[westlondongardener]

What an enchanting video.... i love your peaceful demeanour too 🌱🌱

[MAuroraCharvat]

Sir, you have such an orderly vegetable garden..the rows were so neatly spaced.

[denisebrady]

Wow shame on me I missed this one earlier- my apologies Charles. Great video as always. Cheers Denise - Australia

[lorellstoneman]

Just an absolutely perfect garden....shows years of knowledge fine tuned to a georgous result. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Happy gardening.

[mike]

My mouth is watering, looking at all those beet leaves. I eat the leaves every day.