Plant and Share Month has four key themes: Growing for All, Growing for Joy, Growing to Eat and Growing for Nature. Each week has corresponding resources and tips to get your growing activities off the ground.
Week One: Growing for All
22nd – 28th April
We're kickstarting the campaign with resources to help everyone get growing, whether you're a first time grower with limited green space or bringing your community together. Why not hold an intergenerational growing activity using our pea shoots resource?
Key Dates:
- Earth Day – 22nd April
- Grandparent Gardening Week - 24th – 28th April
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Urban Gardening
Urban green spaces are vital to our shared ecosystem and when you live in towns and cities little patches of green, some shady trees or a flower bed can have real value.
This resource will guide you through why urban green spaces are so important, some top tips on how to get started and much more.
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Beginners guide to growing
The joy of smelling a flower you have grown from a bulb ortasting a tomato you have grown from a seed is amazing, but getting set up to start growing can feel expensive.
In this resource you’ll pick up some quick tips and ideas for growing on a budget, no matter what size space you have.
Week 2: Growing to Eat
29th April - 5th May
With rising food costs, growing herbs, fruit and vegetables can be a simple and fun way to enjoy good food. From growing tomatoes on your windowsill, or strawberries in an old container, we've got a host of great resources to help.
Week 3: Growing for Joy
6th – 12th May
Getting out in the garden can do wonders for your wellbeing. This week is all about growing beautiful plants to bring colour and wildlife to your backyard or veg patch. Why not plant flowers to celebrate the Coronation, or lend a hand in your neighbourhood with The Big Help Out?
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Companion Planting
Using companion planting helps protect your garden, pots or balcony plants from pests, whilst being kind to the soil, waterways, and animals by being pesticide free.
In this resource, we explain what companion planting is and guide you through how to match plants to support climate and nature.
Week 4: Growing for Nature
Bees, bugs and other wildlife are nature's superheroes, helping produce the food we eat. Growing some nature-friendly plants is a great way to do your bit for the planet.
Key dates:
- World Bee Day – 20th May