Grow food

There’s nothing like the joy of eating something you’ve grown yourself, or just getting outdoors more often. Even if you think you lack space, skills or confidence, we want to help you get growing.

Growing in the pandemic

Posted December 11, 2020

Community gardener Caroline reflects on the meaning and impact of food growing during a pandemic.

Grow your own: No garden? No problem

Posted April 16, 2020

You don't need a garden to grow veg. Find out what you need, where to buy and how to get started.

Team building and group volunteering in community gardens

Get outside and do something fun, inspiring and interactive outside of your regular working environment.

Monthly tips

Read our monthly tips on growing your own food - reminders of what to do when and top tips for new techniques to try.

Composting tips

Get composting, whether at home or at one of the many community schemes around Brighton & Hove.

Allotment videos

We made a series of videos for allotment holders with information on clearing your plot, top tips for the first year and more.

Volunteer in community gardens

Get involved in food growing by volunteering with one of over 70 community gardens and orchards across the city.

Is it too late to plant seedlings?

Posted May 9, 2017

Ex-seedling-ly simple tips for gardeners.