Carrots & Kids

Carrots and Kids follows fledgling gardener Deb on her countryside adventure, as she invites us into her world, sharing stories, useful tips and stunning photography along the way.

Deb loves to grow things, whether that be flowers, vegetables or children (hence the name of the blog). She puts her passion for horticulture to great use, both at home and on her allotment, as well as running a school gardening club.

Carrots & Kids - Beautiful pictures and a great read

“My blog is, I guess, about how to fit in gardening with everything else that people, and probably mums in particular, have to do. It’s so easy to come bottom of your list of priorities when you have children but if you nudge yourself a little higher up that list via gardening then everyone benefits.

I really want to emphasise that you don’t need to have done courses or be knowledgeable before you start. I remember thinking that there was such a lot to learn about gardening that it put me off for years. But really, all you have to do is just do it.

People are so frightened of plants dying and some will, but lots won’t. Really I just want to inspire others like me who have limited time, knowledge and money.”

Not only is Deb’s blog a brilliant read, it’s also presented beautifully throughout, with a simple layout juxtaposed with a selection of eye-catching images.

So if you’re looking for a well written, vibrant gardening blog, you won’t find any better than Carrots and Kids, which is exactly why it’s Dobbies Gardening Blog of the Week!