Garden and greenhouse resource created 'with enthusiasm'

17:51 9th September 2009

The founders of a garden and greenhouse website explained the resource was created by an enthusiastic bunch, rather than a group of experts.

Michael Chandler was one of the creators of Hopeful Gardener - which sells a range of green space and glasshouse accessories.

He revealed the name of the site came up in early discussions about how even the most talented planter has to wait and hope that mother nature will play her part in their success.

"It is also a superb way of describing ourselves, as we have limited gardening knowledge but an abundance of enthusiasm," he stated.

Among the products available on the website are cold frames, tools and clothing for the garden and greenhouse.

Mr Chandler's colleague and marketing manager for the site Sam Gilson added it was born from a lack of online availability of such products, as well as a surge in popularity for growing.

In other news, the Royal Horticultural Society recently held a number of Dig Together Days to encourage garden and greenhouse lovers to share their knowledge.