An Introduction to Food Forests

Turning Your Garden, Allotment or Field into a Sustainable Edible Eden

An Introduction to UK Food Forests

Transform Your Garden, Allotment, or Field into a Sustainable Edible Eden!

Discover the joys of growing your own food the natural way with An Introduction to UK Food Forests. This practical guide is perfect for gardeners of all levels who want to create a thriving, low-maintenance edible ecosystem—whether you have a small backyard, an allotment, or a larger piece of land.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ The Seven Layers of a Food Forest – How to design a productive, biodiverse garden that mimics nature.
✅ Best Plants for UK Climates – A curated selection of hardy perennials, trees, shrubs, and ground covers.
✅ Step-by-Step Design Tips – Adaptable plans for gardens, allotments, and community spaces.
✅ Low-Effort Maintenance – Sustainable weed control, mulching, and natural pest management.
✅ Environmental & Community Benefits – Boost biodiversity, sequester carbon, and grow fresh, zero-mile food.

Packed with real-world examples from the author’s Sid Valley Community Food Forest, this book blends permaculture principles with actionable advice. Includes a free video tour of a working food forest!

Perfect for:
🌱 Beginner gardeners seeking a low-maintenance approach
🌿 Experienced growers interested in permaculture and agroforestry
🏡 Allotment holders, homesteaders, and eco-conscious landowners

Embrace nature’s wisdom—start your food forest journey today!

Happy Gardening! 🌳🍓