Have you been enjoying the weather?
Thought of getting out more? A little more exercise maybe?
Fancy fat juicy blackcurrants that cost a fortune in the supermarkets? Crunchy fresh vegetables, picked at the amount you want, not by how big the packet is.
Thought of lovely fresh summer salads?
Then you sound like the ideal allotment holder.
Luton has 14 allotment sites and over a thousand plots.
Many people have more than one plot. They are distributed round the town, from Toddington Road (the largest site) to Stockwood Park, Lewsey to Wigmore Lane.
Allotments have been in existence for centuries but their provision was only regularised following the First World War. A small annual rent is payable to the local authority.
Allotment holders can enjoy cheaper prices on seeds, compost, peat and fertilisers.
Some people will rent an allotment as they already love gardening but perhaps live in a flat or only have a small garden. For others it is exercise, the pleasure of harvesting, or the companionship of fellow growers that draws them.
You can rent an allotment through Luton Borough website. Go to www.luton.gov.uk and find the A _ Z of Services, click on P for Parks and Recreation, and then click on Allotments.
Here you can apply to rent an allotment. More popular sites may have a waiting list. You can also telephone 01582 546705.
So whether its potatoes or pak choi, broccoli or blackcurrants, the time is now to think about whether you should be an allotment grower.