Welcome to HomeGrower!

Home growing made easy: tips & tools for indoor & outdoor gardening in the UK.

Welcome to HomeGrower
Grow more. Depend less. Thrive wherever you are.

At HomeGrower, we help you succeed with home growing UK — whether you live in a flat with a sunny windowsill or manage a large garden plot. Our mission is to make home growing in the UK simple, sustainable, and rewarding. From indoor gardening systems to rainwater harvesting and year-round outdoor food production, you’ll find clear advice, practical tools, and tried-and-tested gear that works in our climate.


🌱 Indoor Growing Systems

Learn how to grow herbs, salad greens, and vegetables indoors all year. We review and recommend the best LED grow lights for UK homes, hydroponic kits, and space-saving equipment ideal for small spaces.

UK indoor gardening setup with LED grow lights and herbs

💧 Water Collection & Filtering

Reduce reliance on mains water with UK rainwater harvesting solutions. Discover our reviews of rainwater barrels, off-grid water filters, and budget-friendly setups to keep your plants (and you) hydrated. Learn more about water saving practices on the RHS website.

rainwater harvesting barrel / water butt for sustainable gardening in the UK

🏡 Garden Structures

From polytunnels to raised garden beds, discover how to extend your growing season and protect crops from unpredictable UK weather.

polytunnel for outdoor home growing and crop protection in the UK

🌾 Seeds & Tools

Find the most reliable seed starter kits, compost options, and compact gardening tools that deliver great results without breaking the bank.

seed starter tray with starter pots and tools for home growing in the UK

🥫 Preserving & Storage

Grow it, store it, use it. Learn simple ways to preserve homegrown produce and build a food stockpile that supports real resilience.

preserving homegrown vegetables in jars for long term food storage


🚀 Ready to dig in?
Start with our Beginner’s Guide to Indoor Growing to get started from scratch, or explore our Best Indoor Grow Lights for UK Homes to choose the perfect lighting setup for your space.

LED grow lights over indoor herbs and greens for home growing in the UK

Beginner's Guide to Indoor Gardening

Start with easy-to-grow plants such as leafy greens (lettuce, kale, spinach), cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage), root vegetables (carrots, potatoes, beets), legumes (peas, chickpeas, lentils) and herbs (basil, rosemary, parsley).

Most indoor plants need bright, indirect light. Place them near a window or use grow lights if natural light is limited.

Overwatering is a common mistake. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Check the soil moisture with your finger.

Use a well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for indoor plants. Avoid using garden soil, as it can compact and retain too much moisture.

Feed your plants with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce or stop fertilizing in the fall and winter.

As your plants grow, they may need to be repotted into larger containers. Repot when the roots start to circle the bottom of the pot.