The Backyard Farmer Tool Shed
Free Garden Planning Tools & DIY Resources
Step into the Tool Shed — your go-to hub for free garden planning tools, seasonal planting guides, and DIY homesteading helpers. These interactive resources are hand-built, field-tested, and designed to help you grow smarter and live more independently.
Whether you’re mapping out a vegetable garden layout, tracking down free pallets, or building your seed calendar, you’ll find everything you need to get started — all in one place.
Open the doors and explore — your tools are waiting.
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Plan your vegetable garden layout, apply companion planting rules, and visualise your allotment through the seasons — all in one place.
Quickly find free or low-cost firewood near you using public directories and smart sourcing tips. Great for anyone searching “cheap firewood near me” in the UK.
Track down local businesses giving away free pallets near you — perfect for raised beds, compost bins, and DIY homestead projects.
(Coming soon) Enter your last frost date and instantly get a tailored sowing and transplanting guide based on your location and climate. Ideal for anyone wondering when to sow seeds in the UK.
(Coming soon) Estimate how many jars, how much storage, and what supplies you’ll need to preserve your homegrown harvest.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best free vegetable garden planner?
Try our Garden Planner — it’s a free garden planning tool built specifically for allotment growers and companion planting fans. It’s mobile-friendly, requires no sign-up, and it’s always free.
How do I plan a small garden layout?
Use our vegetable garden layout planner to design your space. Whether you’re working with raised beds, containers, or a balcony, you can resize the grid and plan by season with ease.
Are the tools really free?
Absolutely. Every tool we offer is completely free — no paywalls, no strings attached. They’re part of our mission to make gardening and self-sufficiency accessible to everyone.
Do I need to sign up to use the tools?
Not at all. Most tools work right in your browser. You can save or print your layout without entering your email — unless you’d like access to bonus content.
Can I use these tools on my phone?
Yes! All of our free garden tools are mobile-friendly and tested across devices.
What tools do I need to start a vegetable garden?
A basic setup includes a layout planner, seed calendar, compost space, and simple hand tools. We’ve built tools to help you plan and organise all of these from day one.
Is there a free app for planning a vegetable garden?
Yes — our browser-based Garden Planner works just like an app. It runs on mobile or desktop, with no downloads or logins required.
🚪 Final Call to Action
Your Tools Are Just the Beginning
We’re always adding more — from harvest calculators to DIY water systems and new free garden planning tools. This is your central hub for practical, self-reliance-focused gardening resources.
So bookmark this page, check back often, and share it with a grower who’s ready to dig in.
Explore freely. Plan confidently. Grow your own way.
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