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Lynne's story - the garden as a place to be yourself

Having gardened in some form all her life, Lynne sees it as a mental refuge and a space to enjoy being herself. She shares her gardening story with us.

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James’ story – enjoying the controlled chaos of the garden

Gardening has been a focal point of James’ career and a much-loved hobby since childhood. He shares his story, including how time in gardens and nature support neurodivergent traits.

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Lara's story – neurodiversity and nature

For Lara, nature has been an ally to support neurodiversity and accompanying symptoms. She shares her story and the supportive space she has created for others.

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Gardening and autism

Discover how gardening and autism connect and how time in nature can be beneficial for autistic people. We share advice in this guide, plus practical gardening tips.

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Gardening tips from the autistic community

Find gardening tips from autistic people, from creating the ideal space to managing your time.

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