Although we are well into summer, the focus at Beechgrove is on all the things you can still sow and plant to make the most of your plot. Ruth is looking at the crops it’s still not too late to sow if you want to get some home-grown produce from your garden. Lizzie is in the sitooterie area she has designed, where she is planting new varieties to help create the perfect spot to place your deck chair and enjoy the sunshine in your garden. Meanwhile, Ruth is getting back to basics with an explanation of what softwood, semi-ripe and hardwood cuttings are, and the pair also look over everyone’s competition plots to see who has the edge ahead of judging by Carole in September. There is a visit to a beautiful private garden on Mull, as well as the usual handy hints for the week ahead. Season 47 Episode 18 - July 31 2025 Lizzie shows what can be still be sown in the garden to get home-grown produce at this time of year