Who we are

Urban Organic is a company run by experienced and passionate food growers. We have over 10 years experience in the field of urban agriculture, working both in the private and charity sectors. We work with a wide range of clients—from big business’ to local authorities to deliver outstanding garden projects that look great and perform beautifully.

  • Jack Astbury

    DIRECTOR

    With a background in ecology and conservation, Jack started Urban Organic in 2015 to help London become a cleaner greener city by creating outstanding edible gardens and green-spaces.

  • Matt Mahandru

    HEAD GROWER

    Initially studying Architecture, going on to discover a love of gardening, Matt’s interest in urban greening is driven by a desire to make cities more accessible, engaging and sustainable.

  • Olga Filatova

    Olga Filatova

    HEAD GROWER

    With a love for nature and making , Olga is passionate about improving food security and restoring biodiversity. As well as a grower, Olga is an community educator on food growing, plant use and natural crafts.

  • Katie Corrigan

    Katie Corrigan

    HEAD GROWER

    With an apprenticeship in market gardening and training in mushroom cultivation, Katie brings expertise of fungiculture and horticultural into our urban gardens.

  • Alice Turnton

    Alice Turnton

    HEAD GROWER

    Alice is an experienced gardener who enjoys growing a wide variety of plants. As a City and Guilds Horticulture teacher, Alice runs many of Urban Organic’s workshops and training sessions.

  • Jack Jeans

    Jack Jeans

    HEAD GROWER

    Jack Jeans is an accomplished horticulturalist with a special interest in edible plants and wildlife gardening. Jack’s work focuses on organic and regenerative gardening techniques to encourage wildlife and biodiversity.