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
Plant comfrey (Russian cultivar 'Bocking 14' is best). The leaves can be used as a compost activator, a mulch to feed the soil, as well as making an excellent liquid feed
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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Organic demonstration garden tour — Sat 4th May
May is a buzz of activity in our organic demonstration garden. We'll be sowing the first peas, beans and carrots in our vegetable garden - and they'll be delicious rows of heritage lettuces and radish to admire.
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Create your own wildlife patch — Weds 15th May
Join Elaine Goold for this practical workshop to learn about the importance of biodiversity in encouraging a healthy, flourishing growing space.
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Organic demonstration garden tour — Thurs 16th May
In May, our two ponds will also be coming to life: look out for newts, which will be making an appearance in the pond to mate and lay eggs, and frog and toad spawn.
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South East Essex Organic Gardeners — Monthly Meeting 20th May
Join SE Essex Organic Gardeners’ for an evening of organic gardening insights! Our next meeting is on Monday 20 May, starting at 20:00.