Bloom Seasonal Print Magazine - Spring/Summer Issue 14 | Nature & Gardening Stories

It is bursting with stories from nature and an unbounded enthusiasm for this beautiful planet.

Published by Bloom. Bloom is an independent publisher for gardeners, plant admirers, nature lovers and outdoor adventurers and believes being connected to the natural world makes people happier and the planet stronger.

Bloom wants to inspire everyone to find joy in nature by sharing diverse ideas, knowledge, spirit and stories, and alongside their seasonal print magazine, Bloom publishes beautiful books and stationery that make you muse on the handsomeness of nature and inspire you to get out there and be a part of it.

Responsible printing - Bloom is printed using 100% offshore wind electricity sourced in the UK. It is FSC certified, ensuring responsible use of the world’s forest resources. 100% of the inks used are vegetable-oil based. 95% of press chemicals are recycled for further use and 99% of any waste associated with printing Bloom is recycled and the remaining 1% is used to generate energy.

Inside this issue . . .

For the growers, a complete guide to how to garden in the face of climate change – eight experts weigh in on the designs and ideas we need to consider for a garden that's not only resilient, but that makes a positive difference too.

There's two features on bringing interesting edibles to your plot and plate, and a fascinating invitation to garden with mushrooms.

There are how-tos to dive into, including one on pressing seaweed and another on turning fragrant plants into scented oils and waters, and recipes using wildflower herb robert and tips on creating a floral arrangement in the style of a Dutch still life painting.

Great stories, including a brilliant piece on fantastical plants in fiction, the rise of brownfield gardening, a complete guide to camping and an essay on the surprising truth about female animals. Plus SO much more!