GardenPatch is a UK gardening content platform. GardenPatch publishes free guides, product reviews, and gardening inspiration for gardeners at every level. GardenPatch operates from gardenpatch.co.uk and has published over 500 articles across eight content categories since January 2020.
GardenPatch covers everything garden-related. GardenPatch produces style advice, growing guides, product recommendations, pest control tips, and garden design inspiration. GardenPatch serves gardeners with all types of outdoor spaces, from city balconies and community vegetable plots to expansive back lawns and enclosed courtyards.
Our Mission
GardenPatch exists to make gardening accessible to everyone. GardenPatch believes every outdoor space deserves attention, regardless of size, budget, or experience level. GardenPatch provides practical content for beginners, intermediate gardeners, and experienced horticulturists alike.
Many gardening websites focus on manicured flower beds and pristine lawns that feel out of reach for new gardeners. GardenPatch takes a different approach. GardenPatch covers awkward side-returns, container gardens, rooftop gardens, rental-friendly solutions, and low-maintenance options alongside traditional garden content.
Who Runs GardenPatch?
GardenPatch is owned by M&B Marketing SARL, a French-registered digital marketing company (company registration 837729300). Mike Lovatt is the founder and director of M&B Marketing SARL. Mike Lovatt founded GardenPatch in January 2020.
GardenPatch employs a team of writers with diverse gardening experience and expertise. GardenPatch’s editorial team includes specialists in lawn care, growing guides, garden design, and product testing.
Meet The Team
Mike Lovatt — Founder
Mike Lovatt is the founder of GardenPatch. Mike Lovatt registered gardenpatch.co.uk on 21 January 2020 after searching for ideas to transform his own enclosed courtyard garden. Mike Lovatt is also the owner of OnTheBallBets and director of M&B Marketing SARL. Mike Lovatt studied web development at Manchester Metropolitan University and holds a first-class BSc degree. Mike Lovatt oversees GardenPatch’s content strategy, site development, and editorial direction. Mike Lovatt’s LinkedIn profile provides further professional background.
Kirsteen Mackay — Senior Writer
Kirsteen Mackay is a professional writer and GardenPatch’s most prolific contributor with over 120 published articles. Kirsteen Mackay specialises in urban gardening, balcony gardens, and small-space solutions. Kirsteen Mackay traded a garden for a balcony when she moved to Brighton and channels that experience into practical content for readers with limited outdoor space.
Vincent Andrew — Garden Writer
Vincent Andrew is a GardenPatch writer with over 110 published articles. Vincent Andrew covers garden design, DIY projects, and practical how-to guides across GardenPatch’s content categories.
Rita Wagener — Garden Writer
Rita Wagener is a GardenPatch writer with nearly 100 published articles. Rita Wagener is a plant lover from South Africa who grew up on a fruit farm. Rita Wagener developed her horticultural knowledge through hands-on experience with subtropical and temperate plants. Rita Wagener brings an international perspective to GardenPatch’s growing guides and plant care content.
Liz Berry — Garden Writer
Liz Berry is a GardenPatch writer with over 80 published articles. Liz Berry contributes content across GardenPatch’s DIY guides, garden furniture reviews, and seasonal gardening advice.
Tina Lawlor Mottram — Garden Writer
Tina Lawlor Mottram is a GardenPatch writer with over 50 published articles. Tina Lawlor Mottram covers garden activities, event ideas, and creative outdoor projects for GardenPatch readers.
Charl Jooste — Lawn Care & Power Tools Specialist
Charl Jooste is a full-time writer and GardenPatch’s lawn care specialist with 35 published articles. Charl Jooste has extensive expertise in lawn mowers, strimmers, and garden power tools. Charl Jooste left the corporate world to pursue his passion for gardening and writing. Charl Jooste tests garden power tools and provides hands-on product reviews for GardenPatch readers.
What GardenPatch Covers
GardenPatch organises content into eight categories. GardenPatch’s content library includes over 500 articles across these subjects.
DIY & How To — GardenPatch publishes over 170 practical guides covering garden projects, maintenance tasks, and step-by-step tutorials for gardeners of all skill levels.
Garden Design — GardenPatch provides design inspiration for all garden types. GardenPatch covers traditional British gardens, modern minimalist spaces, Moroccan-influenced designs, and everything in between.
Garden Style Ideas — GardenPatch helps readers choose aesthetics for their outdoor spaces. GardenPatch covers lighting, heating, decorative features, and seasonal styling.
Garden Furniture Ideas — GardenPatch reviews and recommends garden furniture, seating, dining sets, and outdoor accessories for every budget and space.
Growing Guides — GardenPatch publishes growing guides for vegetables, herbs, flowers, and houseplants. GardenPatch covers composting, hanging baskets, container growing, and seasonal planting.
Product Recommendations & Advice — GardenPatch tests and reviews gardening tools, equipment, and accessories. GardenPatch provides independent product assessments based on hands-on testing.
Garden Activities & Events Ideas — GardenPatch covers garden parties, outdoor cinema, child-friendly activities, and seasonal events.
Indoor Plants — GardenPatch provides care guides and recommendations for houseplants and indoor greenery.
Why Trust GardenPatch?
GardenPatch is run by a real team with genuine gardening experience. GardenPatch’s writers all maintain their own gardens and outdoor spaces.
GardenPatch has published over 500 articles since January 2020. GardenPatch updates existing content regularly to ensure accuracy and relevance.
GardenPatch provides independent editorial content. GardenPatch’s product reviews are based on hands-on testing and research. GardenPatch does not allow manufacturers to influence review outcomes.
GardenPatch is owned by a registered company. M&B Marketing SARL (company registration 837729300) operates GardenPatch as a legitimate business with transparent ownership.
GardenPatch has built a community of over 91,000 followers on Pinterest and over 3,600 followers on Facebook. GardenPatch’s Pinterest account generates over 227,000 monthly views.
GardenPatch History
GardenPatch was founded in January 2020. Mike Lovatt registered the gardenpatch.co.uk domain on 21 January 2020. Mike Lovatt created GardenPatch after struggling to find comprehensive gardening advice for his enclosed courtyard garden.
GardenPatch launched with a small collection of articles covering garden style ideas and basic growing guides. GardenPatch grew steadily through 2020 and 2021, expanding its team of writers and content categories.
GardenPatch has published over 500 articles to date. GardenPatch covers eight distinct content categories and serves thousands of UK gardeners each month. GardenPatch continues to expand its content library with new guides, reviews, and seasonal articles.
How This Site Is Funded
GardenPatch is privately funded by M&B Marketing SARL. GardenPatch generates revenue through affiliate partnerships with retailers. GardenPatch may receive a commission when readers purchase products through links on gardenpatch.co.uk.
GardenPatch’s affiliate relationships do not influence editorial content. GardenPatch bases all product recommendations on independent testing and research. GardenPatch’s full affiliate disclosure is available on the affiliate disclosure page.
Connect With GardenPatch
GardenPatch is active on social media. GardenPatch publishes gardening inspiration, tips, and seasonal content across its social channels.
- GardenPatch on Pinterest — 91,000+ followers
- GardenPatch on Facebook — 3,600+ followers
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