How to grow a Victory Garden this National Gardening week
Recently, Pinterest searches for “Victory Garden” have risen by 156% - not surprising given there’s an increasing interest among us on how to lead a more sustainable life.
But what actually is a Victory Garden?
Simply put, a Victory Garden is a vegetable, fruit or herb patch planted on a private residence.
The term was coined when people began planting fruit and vegetables during World War I, and then again during World War II. The gardens helped to prevent food shortages and boosted morale among local neighbourhoods - by creating a community around food, those at home to feel they could also help to make a difference.
Fancy giving it a crack? The good news is, it’s as easy as finding a patch of sunny open space and prepping the area by removing any existing turf. Just like that, you’re ready to grow.
Now you’ve established the where, it’s time to think about the what. Seasoned gardeners may want to grow their offering directly from seeds, or you can opt for a starter plant to get ahead of the game - a great idea for those a little newer to gardening.
Pick a dry, mild day and plant your seeds in the soil according to their packet. If you’re using a starter plant, carefully remove from the original container, being extra gentle with the roots. Using a trowel, dig a small hole, pop the plant inside and fill with soil – be sure to cover all of the roots.
Once you’ve mastered the planting, you’ll need to water well to ensure healthy plant growth. Experts recommend a good soak every few days, with more frequent watering on hotter days.
And there you have it! Your Victory Garden is ready to go, and will give you the opportunity to produce chemical-free fruits and vegetables, help the environment and produce plenty to share with friends and family.
On the topic of all things gardening, we’ve recently partnered with garden superbrand, Flymo, giving ONE lucky winner the chance to win a hover mower bundle this National Gardening Week. You can find the competition live now on our Facebook page and T&Cs below – head over and enter now to get your garden looking extra lush this summer.
T&Cs
- Only one hover mower bundle available, the winner will be chosen at random by a senior representative from Miller Homes.
- All entries must be made by proving a picture of your garden either as a comment on the competition post on Facebook or by emailing your picture to Teessidegardencomp@miller.co.uk
- Entries will close at 5.30pm GMT on Sunday 8th May 2022
- The winner will be announced on Monday 9th May 2022 in the comments of the Miller Homes Facebook post and via email if email entry received. Winners must respond within 5 working days or an alternative random winner will be chosen.
- Prize is non-refundable and non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for any alternative or for cash.
- Delivery is included in the prize.
- By entering the competition, entrants agree
- For images to be published on Miller Homes website and social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and google plus);
- To grant Miller Homes a non-exclusive royalty free perpetual license to use, images for the purpose of promotion.
- By entering the competition, entrants agree to take part in publicity to promote the competition
- Miller Homes reserves the right to extend any dates without prior warning
- Competition excludes family of Miller Homes employees, agents or anyone professionally connected with the company.
- No responsibility will be accepted for any entries delayed, lost or not included in the competition for any reason whatsoever.
- Promoter:Miller Homes Limited, Miller House, 2 Lochside View, Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh, EH12 9DH