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It's a busy time for gardeners. High on my list of things to do is to check my vegie patch in preparation for the changeover from winter to summer crops.

Perpetual spinach is going strong, but broccoli and broccolini are almost over. I was going to freeze a few sprigs, but something tells me that Bill has had enough of both for the time being, though he did admit to astonishment at the improvement in flavour from the store-bought products.

Brussels sprouts and cauliflowers sown in January will also come to an en

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