In this video I’m showing you how I save hundreds of pounds by filling and acquiring pallet collars for free when I’m gardening on a budget. Pallet collars are one of the best ways I’ve found to build up quick raised beds at the allotment without spending a fortune, and the real win is not just getting the collars for nothing, but also being smart about what you fill them with. If you’re paying for loads of compost to fill big beds, the costs can get silly fast, so I always look at what I can source locally, recycle, and make myself. I talk through the mindset I use: ask around, keep your eyes open, and don’t be afraid to collect and store materials when they’re available. I’m all about homemade compost and feeds, using what you’ve already got, and building things from recycled bits whenever possible. If you’re trying to grow decent crops (and yes, even giant veg for Malvern) without draining your wallet, this is exactly the kind of approach that keeps the allotment productive year after year.