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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Donate to Garden Organic
By making a gift, however large or small, you will contribute to our vital work. You can support our charitable activities with a regular or one-off donation.
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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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The Heritage Seed Library
The Heritage Seed Library (HSL) maintains the national collection of heritage vegetables and aims to conserve vegetable varieties that are not widely available, sharing seed with our members to grow and enjoy.
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
Leaf-cutter bees begin to emerge in June and you may first notice the nibbled leaves before you see the bees. These solitary bees cut foliage to line their tunnel nests and if you want to encourage them, roses provide their favourite type of leaf.
Your organic garden in June
Early summer in the organic garden is full of colourful new growth. This makes a busy - but lovely - month in the garden. Keep on top of weeds and remember the two organic principles: good soil management, and diverse planting to encourage plenty of beneficial wildlife.
More for June
Events & open days
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Garden Organic — Annual General Meeting
We’d be delighted to see you at our 39th Annual General Meeting, which is taking place online at 6pm-8pm on Thursday 22 October 2026, followed by a gardening question time panel.
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Visit our garden in support of the NGS — Saturday 12th September
We're delighted to be partnering with the National Open Garden Scheme to allow access to our organic demonstration garden for two special dates on 11th July and 12th September, 2026.
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Visit our Heritage Seed Library — 27th June 2026
Our Heritage Seed Library is at the heart of our seed conservation work - and holds the National Collection of Heritage Vegetables. Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access at this open event, which will offer you a rare opportunity to view our working spaces to reveal how and why we grow heritage varieties for seed.
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Visit our Heritage Seed Library — 19th September 2026
Our Heritage Seed Library is at the heart of our seed conservation work - and holds the National Collection of Heritage Vegetables. Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access at this open event, which will offer you a rare opportunity to view our working spaces to reveal how and why we grow heritage varieties for seed.