Research shows that the average household will save £706 on fruit and vegetables alone in 2023 by simply growing the produce at home. Growing garlic, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and other seasonal vegetables could lead to a ‘substantial saving’ for households up and down the country.
According to This is Money, the inflation rates on food and non-alcoholic beverages rose by 18.2% in February 2023 and is showing no signs of slowing down.
Mimi Morley, HelloFresh recipe development manager, said: “Growing your own ingredients saves money, benefits the planet and is fun too. Potatoes and carrots are some of the easiest vegetables to grow, so they’re a good place to start for beginners.
“A lot of fruits and vegetables like to be sown or planted in the UK in early spring, meaning there’s no better time to grab your gardening gloves and get started. Remember, everything you do when starting a vegetable patch is an opportunity to learn and experiment, so don’t worry if you don’t get perfect results the first time round.”
For more information on what’s in season in the UK right now and recipe ideas to use your home-grown produce, see HelloFresh’s ultimate guide on how to grow your own vegetables and fruits at home, including an easy to follow video.