Discover a year of homegrown goodness with Gardens Illustrated’s Special Edition

Discover a year of homegrown goodness with Gardens Illustrated’s Special Edition

A Year in the Edible Garden – Your essential guide to growing and enjoying fresh produce

Published: April 2, 2025 at 2:05 pm

Gardens Illustrated Special Edition: A Year in the Edible Garden 

For those who love to grow their own food, A Year in the Edible Garden is the perfect guide to cultivating and enjoying the best homegrown produce throughout the seasons. This 2025 edition brings together expert insights on what to plant, harvest, and savour each month of the year. 

Person sitting in garden, holding freshly picked garlic.
Jojo Tulloh harvests her summer garlic crop from her east London allotment – photo taken by Andrew Montgomery.

From renowned herb specialist Jekka McVicar’s must-have culinary herbs to Jojo Tulloh’s inspiring seasonal picking and eating ideas, this special edition is a treasure trove of advice and inspiration. Whether you’re a beginner gardener or an experienced grower, you’ll find practical guidance to help you create a thriving edible garden, no matter the size of your space. 

Curated by the Gardens Illustrated team, this A Year in the Edible Garden features a wide range of expert contributions, with advice on selecting the best fruits, vegetables, and herbs for your garden. You’ll also discover tips on companion planting, soil health, and organic growing techniques to help maximise your harvest. 

Collage of gardens where edible produce are grown.
From left to right, clockwise: Designer Alison Jenkins shares how to create edible combinations for pots; Chris Pike at his Nottinghamshire nursery – photo taken by Andrew Montgomery; greenhouse image taken from 'Tips for sowing seeds' by Katie Dutton.

With stunning photography capturing the beauty of edible plants throughout the year, this special edition is an essential resource for anyone looking to grow fresh, delicious food at home. 

Don’t miss out on this essential guide to growing and enjoying your own fresh produce. 

Person picking apple from tree with red tractor to left and Collie dog to right.
Gravetye Manor head gardener Tom Coward harvestring apples – photo taken by Andrew Montgomery.

Alternatively, call us on 03330 162138 and quote ‘Edible Garden’. 

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