guterboden.de is an independent garden magazine for anyone who wants to get more from their outdoor space. We cover fruit, vegetables, herbs, ornamental plants, trees, garden design, outdoor living and everything that grows and thrives in the garden and backyard. Every article is reviewed by our editorial team and draws on hands-on experience and current horticultural research.
Our Editorial Team
Our team combines decades of gardening experience with scientific expertise. Each author covers a specialist plant area alongside a set of backyard and outdoor-living topics.
Sarah Greenfield
Flowers, Houseplants & Outdoor Decor
Certified horticulturist specialising in ornamental plants, perennials, houseplants and flowers. Sarah also covers seasonal and holiday decor, porch and balcony styling, container gardening, cottage gardens, vertical gardening and farmhouse outdoor spaces.
James Hartley
Trees, Shrubs & Landscape Design
Arborist and permaculture consultant covering trees, hedges and shrubs. James also handles privacy fences, front- and backyard landscaping, curb appeal, rock gardens, native planting, garden edging, retaining walls, low-maintenance lawns and sustainable garden planning.
Priya Sharma
Edible Gardens & Outdoor Living Spaces
Botanist with a decade of kitchen-garden experience, covering fruit, herbs, vegetables and raised beds. Priya also writes about pergolas, outdoor kitchens, garden sheds, screened porches, outdoor furniture, budget-friendly ideas, small backyard solutions and pet-friendly yards.
Robert Chen
Garden Hardscape, Water & DIY
Over 30 years of landscaping experience covering garden design, lawn care, climbing plants and wildlife. Robert also handles patios, decks, walkways, hardscaping, pool landscaping, water features, outdoor lighting, fire pits, hot tubs, coastal exteriors and all outdoor DIY projects.
How We Work
Every article is based on practical experience and current horticultural research
Care guides are reviewed and updated seasonally
We only recommend methods we have used ourselves
Reader questions regularly inspire new articles
Questions or suggestions?
Get in touch – we welcome feedback and topic ideas.
