Marcus Bergin
Helping gardeners create healthier, more enjoyable gardens.
I'm Marcus Bergin...
Practical Gardening for Real Gardens
Whether you're looking after a tiny courtyard, creating a wildlife garden or wondering what will actually grow in shade, you'll find practical advice based on over two decades of hands-on gardening.
Explore thoughtful articles in the Garden Notebook, listen to weekly podcasts, discover practical resources and find ideas that help you enjoy your garden a little more.
Why gardeners trust Marcus
25+ years professional experience
Founder of Bishops Cleeve Gardeners (15,000+ members)
Creator of one of the world's largest Shade Gardening communities (320,000+ members)
Over 700,000 monthly social media views
Speaker, podcaster and educator
From the Garden Notebook
Thoughts, observations and practical advice from the garden.
What can I say. Marcus really knows his stuff he’s like a breathe of fresh air when it comes to gardening.
Pippa, Cheltenham
Podcasts
Discover practical gardening advice, thoughtful articles, podcasts and ideas to help you create a healthier, more enjoyable garden. Whether you're interested in shade gardening, wildlife, roses or simply making the most of your outdoor space, you'll find real-world guidance based on over 25 years of hands-on experience.
