For many of us, gardening is more than a pastime, it’s a passion. A connection to the seasons. A way to create beauty and nourish the soul. But as we move into retirement, the physical demands of maintaining a garden can begin to outweigh the joy it once brought. The good news? You don’t have to give it up.
Across the country, our homeowners are discovering the joy of gardening, without the hard work, thanks to retirement communities that offer beautifully landscaped grounds, supportive services, and the freedom to garden on your terms.
Your Garden, Your Way
One of the great pleasures of retirement is having the time to truly enjoy your surroundings. For Adlington homeowners, Margaret and Keith, this means relaxing in the sunshine on their balcony or socialising in the summer house; without the stress of mowing or pruning.
“We love having a garden without the upkeep. The gardeners do a great job. There’s such a mixture of plants and the homeowners in the gardening club grow some wonderful flowers and produce. They put a notice up ‘help yourself to sweet peas’ and they did the same for the runner beans and for mint. They give the chef fresh herbs too.”
This sentiment is echoed by many homeowners. Lesley noted: “I know I’ll be comfortable and safe without worrying about maintenance, gardening or anything else. It’s all done for you.”
Homeowner Joan said: “I have an apartment with a lovely garden in front of it, which the gardener comes and manages. I can put my little cyclamen bulbs in, but we haven’t got that major responsibility anymore. You haven’t got to do it, and that’s lovely.”
There’s also a social side to gardening in retirement living communities. From competitions like ‘tallest sunflower’ to impromptu herb giveaways, homeowners find creative ways to connect.
Gardens Designed for Retirement Living
At Adlington Retirement Living, all our communities are designed to make enjoying the outdoors effortless. Landscaped gardens are maintained year-round by our dedicated team. Homeowners are free to engage in as much (or as little) gardening as they wish – with raised beds available, gardening clubs to join, and peaceful spots to simply sit and soak up the view. From herb gardens to patio pots, summer houses to vegetable patches, our gardens offer something for everyone, and no two days are the same.
Gardening may change in retirement, but it doesn’t have to end. Whether you’re a lifelong, green-fingered enthusiast or someone who now prefers admiring dahlias to digging them up, there’s a place for you in the garden.
With support, shared spaces, and the chance to connect with others, Adlington Retirement Living offers a lifestyle where you can enjoy gardening on your terms. No stress, no backache, just the pleasure of seeing something grow.
So, whether you’re planting seeds with neighbours, enjoying the scent of sweet peas from your balcony, or sipping tea in the shade of a tree, you’ll know that your garden, like your retirement, is blossoming beautifully.
Come and see for yourself
We offer one, two and three-bedroom retirement apartments available to buy at locations around the UK. To find out more, join a coffee morning or book a tour, call the friendly sales team on 0800 118 1694 or visit adlington.co.uk to find out more.