Becky Searle
Becky is a freelance writer, blogger, and podcaster. Her blog, Sow Much More and her podcast The Seed Pod are aimed at making organic gardening more accessible and encourage others to grow their own food.
Becky is an Ecologist and Botanist by training and developed a love of gardening through her love of the natural world. Nowadays she gives talks and writes about gardening, growing food, sustainability, and ecology. She has a particular interest in soil health and growing naturally. Becky runs a large kitchen garden where she grows a lot of her family’s food.
Latest articles by Becky Searle
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Woodland plants – 10 of the best for shady areas in the garden
With these beautiful woodland plants, add color and interest to wooded or shady areas of your garden
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When to plant rhubarb – for a delicious crop of crunchy stems
Find out when to plant rhubarb to enjoy the best homegrown harvest of this tasty veg
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Zucchini companion plants – what to grow alongside zucchini for a bumper crop
Get your best crop yet by choosing zucchini companion plants that will help your plants grow stronger and healthier
By Becky Searle Last updated
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Best pond plants – 10 to grow in a garden water feature
Bring a water feature to life with these best pond plants that will enhance a peaceful setting and encourage wildlife
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Guide to crop rotation – to enjoy the best vegetable harvests
Understand how crop rotation can benefit your vegetable crops as well as the health of your garden soil
By Becky Searle Published
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Plants for pollinators – 10 of the best for a blooming garden
Discover the best plants for pollinators to help you create a pollinator friendly garden that is healthy and thriving
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Plants for birds – 10 of the best to attract birds to your garden
Grow some of the best plants for birds in your garden to attract and feed our feathered friends
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How to grow dragon fruit – both indoors and outside
Follow this simple guide on how to grow dragon fruit for a successful crop of this exotic and beautiful fruit
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Kale companion planting – the best plants to grow alongside kale
Follow our guide on kale companion planting to grow healthier, bigger kale plants and deter pests
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How to grow celery – for a bumper homegrown crop
Find out how to grow celery, from seed to harvest, indoors or outdoors, with our complete guide
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Easiest vegetables to grow in shade – 10 best crops to grow in a shady spot
Discover the easiest vegetables to grow in shade to make the most out of every available growing space in your garden
By Becky Searle Published