Editorial policy

Lively Garden Journal aims to make urban gardening easier to understand and more enjoyable to explore. We write with care, distinguish general ideas from firm facts and make changes when a page needs correction.

Accuracy and clarity

We check statements against the material available to us and write within what we can support. When a topic depends on a garden's particular conditions, we say so rather than presenting one answer as universal. Readers can contact us through the Contact page to identify a possible error; we review specific, actionable corrections and update text when warranted.

Editorial independence

Editorial choices belong to the publication. A commercial relationship does not guarantee coverage, a favourable view or control over unrelated editorial material. We consider whether a proposed subject is relevant to readers and whether any relationship should be disclosed.

Partner material

Paid, gifted or otherwise partner-supported material is clearly labelled where it appears. The label should help readers understand the relationship before they rely on that content. Partner links and placements are identified as such, and their presence does not imply independent endorsement.

Illustrations

Some illustrations are AI-generated. We identify them where they appear so readers can distinguish illustrative imagery from photographs or other images.