Allotment Guides & Information

Learn what to plant each month on a UK allotment, based on real growing conditions. A practical, month-by-month guide to planning your allotment year properly.

Learn how to plan an allotment layout that works. Practical advice on bed design, crop rotation, paths and positioning crops on a productive UK allotment.

Free allotment plan templates with printable A4 grids. Plan layouts, paths and crop rotation, then recreate your plot using an allotment planner.

These are the easiest vegetables to grow in the UK, with reliable crops that work on real allotments and gardens.

Practical allotment shed ideas covering storage, security, size, materials and layout. Real ideas that actually work on allotments

Not sure what to grow on your allotment? This beginner-friendly guide explains the best crops to start with and how to build confidence fast.

Crop rotation is one of the most talked-about principles in allotment gardening — and one of the most misunderstood. Many beginners know they should rotate crops, but aren’t entirely sure why, how strict it needs to be, or how to make it work on a real plot.

Discover the benefits of using raised planters in gardening. Enjoy improved soil, drainage and accessibility for a healthier, abundant garden

Discover the eco-friendly advantages of no dig allotment gardening. Enhance soil health, reduce weeds, and increase yields with this sustainable method.

A clear guide to the essential tools and equipment you need for your first allotment. Practical advice for beginners and tips on planning your plot properly.

Allotments are one of the most affordable ways to grow food in the UK, but working out the true cost can be confusing

This guide cuts through the noise and explains, step by step, what actually happens when you decide you want an allotment

If you’re new to gardening, the word allotment can feel a bit old-fashioned. In reality, allotments are one of the most accessible, affordable and productive ways to grow your own food