Episode 275 - Community Gardening

Vicky Chown is a Medical Herbalist, foraging instructor and self taught permaculturist. She’s head gardener at Omved Gardens, a fascinating community garden in London which focuses on food, creativity and wellbeing. 

What we talk about

The idea behind Omved Gardens

How nature factors in to the garden

Where food and creativity fit in

The design of the site and how it feeds into the purpose and the overall experience for visitors

Who uses the site

The activities that take place

About Vicky Chown

Vicky Chown is a Medical Herbalist (BSc), foraging instructor and self taught permaculturist. She is head gardener at Omved Gardens and Coordinator of their Seed Saving Network. 

Links

Vicky Chown on Instagram @handmade_apothecary 

The Seed Saving Network @seedsavingnetwork

Omved Gardens @omvedgardens

Other episodes if you liked this one:

Gardening for your Senses

Permaculture

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