Picture by Winkers60 in the Spring spotting 2025 discussion thread.
It’s Gardens and Health Week from 3rd to 11th May 2025. To celebrate this, we are sharing information about Macmillan’s partner, The National Garden Scheme, and how you can get some green medicine during Gardens and Health week.
Our longest standing partner The National Garden Scheme have donated over £19 million to Macmillan Cancer Support since 1984, funding over 150 Macmillan nurses and professionals along with helping to fund three major care units.
In honour of Gardens and Health Week 3-11 May 2025 the National Garden Scheme’s Garden and Health program brings to life the power of ‘Green Medicine’ which emphasises and raises awareness of the physical and mental health benefits of gardens and gardening for everyone, and of the importance of healthy gardens to wider biodiversity.
A key feature of this campaign is ‘The Little Yellow Book of Gardens and Health’ which brings the program’s impact to life with inspiring personal stories, case studies, and firsthand accounts of the transformative power of gardens. Take a look at for the 2025 edition here.
Together, our partnership inspires more people to visit gardens and enjoy the incredible benefits outdoor space can have on your physical and mental health. With over 3,500 stunning gardens to choose from thanks to our generous garden openers, you’re spoilt for choice!
We know we have many Community members who love gardening and enjoy spending time outside, feeling the wellbeing benefits of nature. There are lots of discussions about gardening and spending time outdoors. Join in the conversations or start your own discussion.
“We enjoy the bits we do. I love the colour of the patio near the house in the summer with geraniums and annuals. It does the soul good out in the fresh air.”
Community member, Living with incurable cancer forum
“Whether it is playing music or being in my garden or just doing things that make me happy... It’s a battle, but finding pleasure in little things of my own helps a lot.”
Community member, Family and friends forum
“I really like visiting other people’s gardens. Yesterday I visited a private garden near me, but it is now open 3 days a week. I was very fortunate as their white cherry tree has just blossomed and it only lasts 4 days.”
Community member, Living with incurable cancer forum
Our Spring spotting 2025 event is live, and you can post your wonderful gardening pictures, blooming flowers, or picturesque views from your walk. To get involved, go to the Spring spotting 2025 thread by clicking this link.
Whether you're a garden lover, a keen photographer, someone seeking solace in a garden, someone who enjoys scenic strolls, or simply enjoys the fresh air, there's a garden waiting for you.
We would love to see your pictures of garden visits, or if you are spending time in your own. You can post these in the Express yourself forum or start a discussion in your Community groups.
