David Haigh
Contributing Writer
David Haigh garden writer - David Haigh
David Haigh is a 'Master of Horticulture', a qualification awarded by the Royal Horticultural Society. He spent almost 40 years as a professional horticulturalist, with 30 of those years in horticultural education. David's last post was Head of horticulture at the Newton Rigg campus of The University of Central Lancashire (now The University of Cumbria).
Now semi-retired he divides his time between freelance writing, hosting garden holiday tours and giving lectures on gardening.
David tends two allotments where he grows a wide range of crops. His other great passion is cooking and this often involves using the produce produced on his plots.
Latest Articles
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The Best Raised Bed Kits According to Price, Size and Materials
The range of self assembly raised bed kits is increasing alongside the grow-your-own phenomenon. Costs vary according to quality, sizes and materials used.
Feb 23, 2011
- David Haigh
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Choose a Heated Electric Propagator to Suit Your Needs and Budget
Heated electric propagators range from cheap seed trays with heating pads in the base to costly ones with thermostats, growing lights and electric blankets.
Feb 15, 2011
- David Haigh
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How to Grow Lavender for its Beauty, Perfume and Medicinal Value
Lavender is a beautiful, hardy, miniature shrub which is highly valued for its perfume as well as several scientifically recognized medicinal properties.
Feb 3, 2011
- David Haigh
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Easy Guide to Growing Exotic Hippeastrum Bulbs Year After Year
Often commonly, but incorrectly known as Amaryllis, Hippeastrum bulbs are simplicity itself to grow and easy to bring back into flower for many years.
Jan 20, 2011
- David Haigh
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Christmas Gift Ideas For Grow Your Own Gardeners
Many new products for the grow-your-own gardener are released in time for the Christmas market with plenty of choice for experienced gardeners and beginners
Nov 21, 2010
- David Haigh
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Star Studded Ornamental Alliums are Deservedly Popular Bulbs
Available in a wide range of sizes and shades of white, yellow, blue and purple the popularity of ornamental alliums has snowballed in recent years.
Nov 12, 2010
- David Haigh
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How to Turn Leafmould Into a Low-Fertility Soil Conditioner
When leaves decay they form a humus-rich, dark material called leafmould which is an excellent low-fertility soil conditioner and is easy to make and free.
Nov 11, 2010
- David Haigh
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Best Climbing Plants for Autumn Foliage-Why Leaves Change Colour
At leaf fall there are a number of climbing plants which put on a dazzling display. But which are the best and what causes this kaleidoscope of colour?
Oct 29, 2010
- David Haigh
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Tips for Growing Sweet Peppers in the Greenhouse or Polytunnel
Sweet peppers are as easy to grow in a greenhouse or polythene tunnel as tomatoes, although they do require somewhat warmer conditions and good light levels
Sep 10, 2010
- David Haigh
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Easy Guide to Rooting Shrubs From Semi-ripe Cuttings in Autumn
September to October is the time to take semi-ripe cutttings when the current year's shoots are hard at the base but still comparatively soft at the top.
Aug 28, 2010
- David Haigh
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