Lex Donaldson still loves spending time in his garden. : Life long passion for horticulture

Carrots and lettuce do well, despite the poor soil composition. : Life long passion for horticulture

Mr Donaldson loves carrots and chantenay are his favourite. : Life long passion for horticulture

Zuchini are doing well in the heat. : Life long passion for horticulture

Lex Donaldson plants plenty of cabbage, particularly the red variety. : Life long passion for horticulture

A relatively small vegetable patch keeps the Donaldson family well supplied. Photos by Craig Baxter. : Life long passion for horticulture