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
Sharing gardening beyond the garden
Whether through the Garden Notebook, podcasts, public talks or live appearances on BBC Radio Gloucestershire, my aim is always the same: to help gardeners enjoy their gardens a little more.
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.
