Discover organic growing
Garden Organic promotes organic growing and composting, citizen science and research, and seed conservation through our Heritage Seed Library. We want to help you garden 'the organic way', using natural methods to promote healthy, productive, sustainable gardens.
Get into organic
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Join us
By becoming a member you can join the thousands of people in the UK and overseas who are already leading the movement for an organic and sustainable future for us all.
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Principles of organic gardening
Organic gardening can boost the environment and sustainability, improve your health and wellbeing, and bolster food security. How to apply the five pillars of organic gardening to your practice.
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Expert advice
We believe everyone can grow organically in any space. From compost and soil to flowers and fruit, our experts can help you master organic principles and practices.
Who we are and what we do
Our charity brings together thousands of people who share a common belief – that organic growing is essential for a healthy and sustainable world. Through campaigning, advice, community work and research, our aim is to get everyone growing ‘the organic way’.
Your garden this month
As temperatures rise, this is your last chance to sow any annuals or spring flowering biennials. Do your bit for wildlife this month by ditching the mower this May, and try your hand at growing herbs on the windowsill with Yeo Valley spreadable.
Your organic garden in May
May is a busy month in the garden. Winter is well past and the world feels full of energy. Don't forget the two organic principles: good soil management, and diverse planting to encourage plenty of beneficial wildlife. And keep on top of the weeds.
More for May
Tours and workshops
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North London Organic Gardeners — Monthly Meeting 29th May
North London Organic Gardeners invite you to their monthly meeting at Carey Hall, Winchmore Hill Baptist Church, Compton Road N21 3PA
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Organic demonstration garden tour — Sat 1st June
The garden will be heady with scents, sounds and sights in June. Walls and arches will cascade with clematis, and fragrant lavender, roses and foxgloves will all be in flower.
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2024 Annual General Meeting — Weds 5th June at 6pm
Garden Organic members are invited to join us for our online 2024 Annual General Meeting and organic gardening question panel
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Organic demonstration garden tour — Thurs 27th June
This is a great time of year to come and spot the huge number of beneficial insects that visit our garden such as ladybirds, bees and hoverflies.