Gardening with Marcus
Hello! I’m Marcus Bergin – professional gardener, podcast host, and the voice behind some of the friendliest garden groups on the internet.
Whether you’re knee-deep in weeds in Bishops Cleeve or gently pottering in a shady backyard halfway across the world, there’s something here for you.
Pull up a chair, put the kettle on, and let’s take a gentle wander through the garden together.
Need a gardener near Cheltenham?
If you’re local to Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, or nearby villages, I offer hands-on help with lawns, borders, pruning, planting, and seasonal care.
“There’s no need to get it perfect — just get it growing.”
Curious About Shade Gardening?
Shady spots can be a gift — if you know how to treat them right. I host The Shade Gardening Podcast, where we explore plants, design ideas, and the joy of those cool, green corners.
You’ll also find a thriving Facebook group with over 312,000 members sharing real-life shade garden stories.
Fancy a friendly garden chat?
Gardening with Marcus is my newest Facebook group — a warm, no-judgement space for real gardeners with real lives. Share your successes, ask questions (no matter how small), and enjoy a slower pace of gardening conversation.
Coming Soon:
The Garden Gate Podcast
“One question. One story. One good cup of tea.”
A new weekly podcast inspired by the conversations happening in my garden groups and out on the job — local questions, seasonal thoughts, and a quiet chat through the garden gate.
Want to be first to hear it?
Read the Garden Notebook
Recent posts from my blog — full of seasonal thoughts, helpful reminders, and the odd ramble about rosehips.
How June Gardens Teach Us Patience
Dry Shade and Damp Socks: Notes from a Soggy Border
Do You Really Need to Mow Every Week?
Sign up for Dappled Thoughts
A seasonal email letter — full of gentle gardening reflections, helpful reminders, and a little behind-the-scenes natter. Comes once or twice a month, just when the garden’s ready to speak.
