In this one I’m doing a bit of an emergency job on the plot—getting my first early potatoes in the ground in February. When the weather window turns up, you’ve got to grab it, especially if you’re trying to get ahead on a budget and make the most of the season. I talk through how I handle early spuds at this time of year, what I’m looking for in the soil, and the sort of simple, no-faff approach I use so I’m not throwing money at problems. I also cover a common question I get asked all the time: how I sow small seeds without wasting half the packet or ending up with a tray of overcrowded seedlings. I keep it practical and budget-friendly—steady hands, a simple method, and a bit of patience. As always, I’m not here to oversell anything; I’ll show you what I do on my allotment and you can take what works for you. If you want more kit and greenhouse bits, I’ve linked the places I mention in the description.