What is WeWeed and who founded it?

WeWeed is a network of over 800 female gardeners founded by Janet Wood and Justine Hutchinson, with the aim of supporting women in the gardening industry.

What is companion gardening offered by WeWeed?

Companion gardening connects female gardeners with elderly clients who need assistance and companionship, helping them maintain their gardens and offering emotional support.

What are the expansion goals for WeWeed?

WeWeed aims to significantly expand its network, with a goal of growing its membership into the thousands across the UK.

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Covid Hobby Grows into Women's Garden Network

8 Mar

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Summary

Network connects over 800 female gardeners across England.
WeWeed offers companionship gardening for elderly clients.
The initiative aims to support women entering the gardening industry.

Covid Hobby Grows into Women's Garden Network

What started as a hobby for Janet Wood during the Covid-19 pandemic has grown into a significant network supporting women in the gardening industry. Six years ago, with the hospitality sector stalled, Wood and her friend Justine Hutchinson founded WeWeed in Henley on Thames.

Now boasting over 800 female gardeners nationwide, WeWeed addresses the underrepresentation of women in trades. The company facilitates 'companion gardening,' linking female gardeners with elderly individuals who can no longer manage their gardens alone. This service offers not only garden maintenance but also crucial companionship for those experiencing loneliness.