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Practical advice, growing guides, and stories about the people and connections that make gardening so rewarding. Written by Simon Lawson and the Garden Living community.
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Gardening Tips
Practical guides on what to grow, how to grow it, and the tools that make the difference.
How to Start Your First Allotment
Getting an allotment is one of the best decisions a gardener can make, but the first season can feel overwhelming. Here's what to know before you pick up a spade.
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10 Vegetables That Grow Themselves (Almost)
If you're new to growing your own food, start here. These ten vegetables are forgiving, fast, and rewarding, even when you make mistakes.
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The Beginner's Guide to Growing Tomatoes
Tomatoes are the nation's favourite homegrown crop, and once you understand what they need, they're not nearly as difficult as their reputation suggests.
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Composting Basics: Turning Kitchen Scraps into Garden Gold
A good compost heap is the foundation of a productive garden. Here's how to get one started, and what to do when it goes wrong.
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The 5 Tools Every Beginner Needs Before Digging Their First Bed
Don't get overwhelmed by the gardening aisle. These five tools are genuinely all you need to get started, and they'll serve you well for years.
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Heirloom Seeds Worth Seeking Out This Season
Beyond the standard seed rack, there's a world of extraordinary heirloom varieties with centuries of history and flavours you won't find in any supermarket.
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How to Keep Your Garden Productive Through Winter
Winter doesn't have to mean an empty plot. With a bit of planning and the right crops, your garden can produce through the coldest months.
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How to Look After Your Tools So They Last a Lifetime
Good garden tools can last decades with a little regular care. Here's the simple routine that keeps everything in working order, and saves you money in the long run.
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The Secret to Succession Planting
Sowing little and often is the difference between a glut you can't eat and a steady supply all season. Here's how succession planting actually works in practice.
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Community & Connections
Stories about meeting people, building friendships, and finding your place in the Garden Living community.
How to Find Your Gardening Community (Online and Off)
Gardening is better shared. Whether you're looking locally or online, here's how to find the people who'll make your growing life richer.
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What Gardeners Talk About When They Meet for the First Time
There's a natural conversation that happens between gardeners getting to know each other. It's warmer than small talk, and it starts in a very particular place.
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From Online Chat to Garden Visit: Taking the First Step
Meeting someone from online for the first time can feel like a big step. Here's why a garden visit is one of the best first meetings, and how to make it easy.
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Why Gardeners Make the Best Friends
There's something about people who grow things that makes them particularly good at friendship. Here's what we think is behind it.
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Why I Built a Community for People Who Love to Grow
Garden Living founder Simon Lawson on the personal story behind the platform, and why he believes gardeners deserve their own place to find connection.
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