If you love your garden but aren’t quite sure what to plant, where to start, or how to make the most of your space, you’re not alone so we’ll be sharing plenty of garden tips and ideas to get you going. Gardening can feel overwhelming, especially with so many options and opinions out there. But that’s where a bit of clear, trusted guidance comes in.

We’re thrilled to recommend the Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@GardeningWithAlanTitchmarsh as your go-to garden companion this year- the space where you’ll get endless garden tips and ideas.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or simply looking for new ideas to bring your garden to life, Alan’s calm, practical advice is always easy to follow and inspiring to watch. Team Forest has been following along with all of Alan’s great garden tips and ideas in our own gardens.

Launched in April 2025, this weekly series is packed with accessible advice, hands-on demonstrations, and classic Alan Titchmarsh charm. As the Official Supplier of Timber Garden Products, we’re proud to see our very own Forest Garden products featured throughout the channel, including our Potting Bench, Kitchen Garden Planter, Harvington Bench, and much more.

Here are just a few of the episodes we’ve been loving so far:

• Seed Sowing Masterclass – Part One: Flowers. This is a brilliant episode to watch to get all the tips for sowing seeds, choosing which flowers to grow from seed and nurturing tiny seedlings. A Potting Bench is a must for this delicate work, giving you a dedicated space to work without cluttering your patio, outdoor dining table or kitchen. View episode Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56VXQM5a4q4
• Turning Seeds into Stunning Blooms – Part Two: Pricking Out. Follow on from Part One with practical tips for pricking out seedlings to give them space to thrive. This step makes all the difference when it comes to encouraging strong, healthy plants and maximum blooms.  View episode Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPpSScxYuQA
• How to Grow Your Own Fruit and Veg from Seed. This episode features a pretty and practical small-space vegetable bed using our Kitchen Garden Planter. Alan shows how to grow a pretty lettuce bed in a small planter. Perfect if you’ve got a courtyard garden or want to grow your own food without needing lots of space. View episode Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lojDUuxHJ4M
• 5 Perennials I’m Including in My Garden This Year. Perennials are the low-effort, high-reward plants we love most – they just keep coming back year after year. Alan shares his top five favourites with all the planting tips to go with them. Look out for our Harvington Bench making an appearance too – a classic piece that turns any border into a resting spot – because gardening always means having a rest with a cuppa! View episode: Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnTHdmWxt3A

Why Forest Garden partnered with Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh?

“It’s a real privilege for Forest to be part of this next chapter in Alan Titchmarsh’s gardening journey,” says our CEO Guy Grainger. “His knowledge and warmth resonate with millions, and we’re proud to support that with British-made products that reflect our values – sustainable, practical and built to last”

Got your garden tips and ideas?

Whether you’re sowing your very first seed or giving your greenhouse a seasonal refresh, we think this series will give you the inspiration and knowledge to get started (or keep going). Gardening doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right garden tips and ideas and a few quality tools and products, you’ll be amazed at what you can grow.

Explore the episodes and follow along here:
https://www.youtube.com/@GardeningWithAlanTitchmarsh