My Gardening Journey

Practical UK growing, chicken keeping and self-sufficiency from a real garden

Seasonal advice, tried and tested tips and honest experiences from a UK Gardener; so you can grow more and worry less.

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July 12, 2025

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Hi, I’m the voice behind My Gardening Journey — a recovering perfectionist, quiet optimist, and lifelong lover of growing things. What began as a personal blog has grown (like everything else in the garden) into a space for sharing real-world growing tips, honest reflections, and a deep love of self-sufficiency. I garden from a small patch in the UK, balancing a busy life with the grounding rhythm of the seasons. You’ll find me pottering in the kitchen garden, developing a little backyard farm with our chickens and quail, and turning overlooked corners into something quietly beautiful. Whether you’re growing in pots, beds, or allotments, this blog is here to walk alongside you — no jargon, no pressure, just encouragement and practical advice rooted in real experience.

My Gardening Journey

Practical UK growing, chicken keeping and self-sufficiency from a real garden

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