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Columnists: Scotland Grows Magazine is Now Also in Print! Spring Edition
The excitement of seeing Scotland Grows Magazine in print hasn’t faded, if anything, it’s only grown stronger with the release of the second edition and this time it’s all about summer.
After the incredible response to the first printed issue, this new edition feels like a celebration of everything we love about the growing season right now. Longer days, fuller beds and that sense that the garden is finally giving back in abundance.
Print is no longer a new experiment, it’s becoming a much loved part of the Scotland Grows story.
A Natural Next Chapter
Moving from a purely digital platform into print was a big step, but this second edition confirms it was absolutely the right one.
Scotland Grows continues to thrive online and through its podcast, but there’s now a beautiful balance between digital convenience and the slower, more mindful experience of print. This summer issue builds on that perfectly, offering something you can return to again and again, whether in the garden, at the kitchen table or packed into a bag for a sunny afternoon outdoors.
There’s a confidence in this edition. A sense that print isn’t just an addition, it’s here to stay.
A Summer Issue Full of Life
If the spring edition was about anticipation, this summer issue is about abundance.
Gardens across Scotland are now in full swing, and this edition captures that energy across its pages. From productive vegetable plots to colourful borders buzzing with pollinators, it reflects the richness of the season in a way that feels both inspiring and achievable.
Inside, you’ll find a thoughtful mix of:
- Seasonal advice tailored to Scottish growing conditions
- Ideas for making the most of your harvest
- Features on real gardeners and their spaces
- Practical tips for keeping gardens thriving through the warmer months
It’s not about perfection, it’s about progress, learning and enjoying the process. That same grounded, honest approach continues to define Scotland Grows.
Celebrating Gardening That Works Here
One of the things that makes this magazine so special is its unwavering focus on gardening in Scotland, as it really is.
Summer here can be unpredictable. One week brings sunshine and warmth, the next brings wind and heavy rain and that’s part of the story and part of the joy.
This edition embraces those realities, offering advice and inspiration that actually works in our climate. It celebrates resilience, adaptability, and the creativity of growers who make the most of every window of good weather.
From small urban gardens to larger rural spaces, every kind of grower can find something to connect with.
Seeing Our Words in Print — Again
Being part of this journey as columnists continues to mean so much to us.
Now in our fourth year writing for Scotland Grows Magazine, seeing our work in print for a second edition still feels just as special. There’s something about holding the magazine, flipping to your page, and knowing it’s part of a wider collection of stories that truly resonate with people.
It’s a completely different experience, one Clayton has especially enjoyed. Whether we’re sitting down together or he’s quietly flicking through it on his own, it’s drawn him away from screens and into the simple rhythm of turning pages.
And that, in itself, feels like a small but meaningful win.
Our Column this edition on Upcycled Structures for Vertical Growing
The Feel of a Real Magazine
There’s no denying the appeal of a physical magazine, and this summer edition delivers it beautifully. The quality of the paper, the richness of the print and the overall design make it something you want to keep, not just read once and recycle. It’s the kind of magazine that gathers little creases from use, gets bookmarked and revisited, and becomes part of your seasonal routine.
In a fast-paced digital world, it offers a slower, more intentional way to engage with content, something many of us are craving more and more.
Sustainability Still at Its Core
Just like the first issue, this edition has been produced with care for the environment.
Printed using 100% vegetable-based inks in a factory powered entirely by renewable energy, and using carbon balanced paper, the magazine reflects the same values that underpin so much of the gardening community.
It’s reassuring to know that enjoying a print publication doesn’t have to come at the expense of sustainability. Thoughtful choices like these make a real difference.
More Than Pages — A Growing Community
Scotland Grows has always been about connection. Through its articles, podcast and now print editions, it continues to bring together a community of people who share a love for growing, whether that’s a few pots on a windowsill or a full garden plot.
This summer edition strengthens that sense of belonging. It’s something you can share, recommend and pass along. Something that sparks conversations and inspires new ideas.
And as the magazine continues to grow, so does the community around it.
A Summer Worth Savouring
This second print edition feels like a milestone, but also like momentum. It shows that there is still a place and a real appetite for print. That people value something they can hold, return to and experience away from a screen.
If you loved the spring issue, the summer edition is a must read. And if you’re new to Scotland Grows in print, there’s no better time to start.
So take it outside. Read it in the garden. Let it sit beside you as you plan, plant, and harvest. Because this is what summer growing is all about, slowing down, paying attention and enjoying every moment.
Here’s to long days, thriving gardens, and another beautiful chapter for Scotland Grows Magazine. If you haven’t ordered yours to be delivered to your door yet, you can right here
ASMR of the Magazine in a Video Reel: Spring Edition
Here’s to celebrating real gardening in Scotland — in every format.
And here’s to many more seasons of growing together.
Happy Gardening!
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Katrina & Clayton and family live in East Ayrshire and share their daily life in the garden on instagram. They practice permaculture principles in the garden, reducing & repurposing waste whenever they can. Katrina shows how home educating in nature has helped Clayton thrive.
Clayton Completed The 2 Grow and Learn Courses with the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society. He is Autistic, Non Verbal & has been Home Educated since 2018. Katrina & Peter hold their PDC & PDC PRO Permaculture Design Course from Oregon State University.
They featured on BBC Beechgrove Gardens Ep23 2022 and returned in 2023 for an update, Katrina & Clayton are also columnists for ScotlandGrows Magazine, Guest Blog for Caledonian Horticulture as well as working with Gardeners’ World Magazine and many other brands.
They are also Author of the new Children’s Book Series: Clayton’s Garden Journey: Stories of Autism and Gardening. Topics on Growing, Harvesting, Sowing & Composting and 108 Page Weather and Seasons Weekly Gardening Record Book available on Amazon and Kindle.
Listen in on their Guest Podcasts to learn more about them.
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