Meet the readers

Our Gardeners’ World takeover reviewers share the things that they love about gardening

“It is creating, sharing and nurturing.” Maureen Barton, Bucks

“My garden is my place of escape.” Simon Kempster, Bristol

“Gardening connects you with living things.” Elizabeth Williamson, Herts

“Outside, gardening, everything is better.” Lorna Jordan, Powys

“You can see the beauty of nature.” Steve Sinnott, Liverpool

“It’s great to see the fruits of your labour.” David McDonald, Aberdeen

“Every year can be different.” Peter Kelly, Edinburgh

“Chilling in the garden with tea and a book.” Jonathan Prince, Kent

“Growing my own chemical-free food.” Fran Gibbons, Wiltshire

“Gardening is nectar for my soul.” Maggie Davis, West Sussex