Because we are enthousiastic Organic Gardeners ourselves, we are learning all the time by just doing and trying out new things. In our ‘Get Inspired’ section we share our latest organic gardening experiences, news, successes and failures. Besides that we hope to encourage you to grow your own food as much as possible – as it is good for both you and nature -, so you will find some delicious and healthy recipes as well.
We have put together a Seed Sowing Calendar which will give you a kick-start when starting a vegetable garden. You can find growing advice for seeds to sow indoors in a greenhouse, polytunnel or windowsill and outdoors in open ground or pots.
The idea of designing a garden with useful plants for natural cooking, herbal remedies and supporting wildlife is fascinating. The founding Organic Gardener has been inspired by the old ways of the cottage gardeners…
Spinach is a fast-growing crop that does well especially in spring and autumn. Spinach requires good soil: the soil should be able to retain sufficient moisture, but also be airy. Spinach will not tolerate…
Get off to a good start with sowing seeds with our useful tips about germinating seeds before sowing.
Leeks belong to the garlic family and are a leafy crop (like purslane, chicory, lettuce). The white, thick shaft of leeks is the main ingredient.
Mulch your vegetable garden in winter with organic matter like leaves, winter vegetables or green manure and protect and enhance your soil.
In this delectable, fresh, and healthy soup recipe, juicy zucchini meets the earthy flavour of leeks. These vegetables can be grown in a greenhouse or in a garden.
Gardening organically has numerous benefits for nature. While it takes some patience and work to get started, there are plenty of resources available to make the process easier.
Narcissi have a long and storied history, with mentions of
Check out our step-by-step instructions for creating a cottage garden. Choosing the right flowers for the right spots is crucial to creating a lovely cottage garden.
9 unexpected flowers, including chrysanthemums, violets, and others, can be eaten and enjoyed; Learn more about these edible flowers by continuing reading.
With this tasty and refreshing recipe, you can rekindle your childhood love for lemonade. Elderflowers impart a lemony flavour to the lemonade, and their slight bitterness makes them an excellent addition.
Basil and mint propagation extend the freshness of your herbs by increasing their availability. Learn how to propagate your herbs at home for your kitchen garden.