Today on the podcast we take you through some of the prep we are currently doing for Chelsea Flower Show. It's this time of year we get into the "real" growing for the flowers shows and we start cutting back some of the herb plants.In this episode, you will hear Alan and Ray talking over why the plants are cut back and what cutting back is. It's a wonderful insight into the world of Flower Shows and some of what goes into making these stunning displays. If you grow herb plants this is going to be a great listen for you as we also go over why it is relevant for your garden plants too.

Today on the podcast we take you through some of the prep we are currently doing for Chelsea Flower Show. It's this time of year we get into the "real" growing for the flowers shows and we start cutting back some of the herb plants. In this episode, you will hear Alan and Ray talking over why the plants are cut back and what cutting back is. It's a wonderful insight into the world of Flower Shows and some of what goes into making these stunning displays. If you grow herb plants this is going to be a great listen for you as we also go over why it is relevant for your garden plants too.

EP45 Prep for Chelsea 2020 and cutting back plants

In this episode of the podcast, we take you out onto the nursery and talk all things sowing. Over the years Newlands Nursery has sown millions of seed and you can't help but learn a thing or two about how best to grow plants from seeds over that time. Join Alan and Ray on the Nursery as they talk over how to sow seeds with some examples of seeds that you may want to try at home.Also in this episode, you can hear how the seeds are sown on a commercial scale (the machinery is a bit loud, sorry!) and listen to our explanation of some horticulture terms you may have come across.

In this episode of the podcast, we take you out onto the nursery and talk all things sowing. Over the years Newlands Nursery has sown millions of seed and you can't help but learn a thing or two about how best to grow plants from seeds over that time. Join Alan and Ray on the Nursery as they talk over how to sow seeds with some examples of seeds that you may want to try at home. Also in this episode, you can hear how the seeds are sown on a commercial scale (the machinery is a bit loud, sorry!) and listen to our explanation of some horticulture terms you may have come across.

EP44 - Sowing & growing: How we do it and some tips for how you can too

Join Antony, Alan and Ray in the Newlands Nursery as they discuss the process involved in accepting 15,000 cuttings from Israel. Within the next six-to-eight weeks, those cuttings will grow into the herbs and houseplants that you can buy from our website. In today's podcast, you'll learn how we propagate those cuttings and turn them into viable plants.

EP43 - Seeds, Water and Patience: How the plants we sell you start their lives.

Ray Lodge

This week's episode I have wanted to bring to you for some time. As many of you regulars to the podcast will know Newlands Nursery is coming close to its 70th year. (The actual age is of some contention as you will hear in the episode) So this week we are joined by Ray Lodge (Alans Dad). Together we chat about how the Nursery started and the changes it has been through over the years. Including how Newlands Nursery came to exhibit at the RHS shows and specialize in Chilli and Herb plants.At the top of the episode I mention our Jumbo Scented geraniums. If you want to check them out you can find them here.https://plants-uk.co.uk/collections/scented-geraniums/products/jumbo-scented-geranium-mixed-pack-three-jumbo-1-litre-plants

This week's episode I have wanted to bring to you for some time. As many of you regulars to the podcast will know Newlands Nursery is coming close to its 70th year. (The actual age is of some contention as you will hear in the episode) So this week we are joined by Ray Lodge (Alans Dad). Together we chat about how the Nursery started and the changes it has been through over the years. Including how Newlands Nursery came to exhibit at the RHS shows and specialize in Chilli and Herb plants. At the top of the episode I mention our Jumbo Scented geraniums. If you want to check them out you can find them here. <a href="https://plants-uk.co.uk/collections/scented-geraniums/products/jumbo-scented-geranium-mixed-pack-three-jumbo-1-litre-plants" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://plants-uk.co.uk/collections/scented-geraniums/products/jumbo-scented-geranium-mixed-pack-three-jumbo-1-litre-plants</a>

EP42 The Heritage of Newlands Nursery with Ray Lodge..

We have a slightly different episode for you this week which we’re very excited about. Since the launch of The Plants and Me Podcast we’ve spoken to a huge number of knowledgeable gardening experts who have shared their fantastic tips and have discussed about the people who have inspired them. As we get to the start of the growing season in the UK it’s well worth repeating some of the tips our guests have shared with us to help inspire you. In this episode we look back at some of our most memorable guests who’ve joined us on the podcast and reflect on the brilliant tips they’ve shared and their stories about the people who have inspired them.

EP41. Something a bit different: Amazing tips from out guests

EP41. Something a bit different and some tips you may not have expected....

Happy New Year everyone and welcome to our first episode of 2020! Joining us this week is Rob Coleman from 7 Pot Club and like myself, Rob has a passion for chillies and has loved hot food from a young age. In this episode you’ll learn about how Rob’s passion for chillies began, the variety of chillies he grows in his front yard and how he preserves chillies and makes his own chilli sauces. Learn more about Rob and 7 Pot Club by visiting: Website: 7pot.clubYouTube: 7 Pot ClubFacebook: @7PotClubInstagram: @7potclubTwitter: @7potclub

Happy New Year everyone and welcome to our first episode of 2020! Joining us this week is Rob Coleman from 7 Pot Club and like myself, Rob has a passion for chillies and has loved hot food from a young age. In this episode you’ll learn about how Rob’s passion for chillies began, the variety of chillies he grows in his front yard and how he preserves chillies and makes his own chilli sauces. Learn more about Rob and 7 Pot Club by visiting: Website: 7pot.club YouTube: 7 Pot Club Facebook: @7PotClub Instagram: @7potclub Twitter: @7potclub

EP40. The Plants and Me Podcast with Rob from 7 Pot Club

Joining us on our last episode of 2019 is Jan McIntosh from Organic Edible Garden and she joins us all the way from New Zealand. Jan created ‘The Palmers Garden Show’ which is a long-running television series in prime-time, and we discuss about her experiences as a television director and producer as well as her experiences in horticulture and organic gardening. Learn more about Jan and Organic Edible Garden by visiting:Website: https://organicediblegarden.co.nz/Facebook: @oegardenTwitter: @oegnzInstagram: @organicediblegarden

Joining us on our last episode of 2019 is Jan McIntosh from Organic Edible Garden and she joins us all the way from New Zealand. Jan created ‘The Palmers Garden Show’ which is a long-running television series in prime-time, and we discuss about her experiences as a television director and producer as well as her experiences in horticulture and organic gardening. Learn more about Jan and Organic Edible Garden by visiting: Website: <a href="https://organicediblegarden.co.nz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://organicediblegarden.co.nz/</a> Facebook: @oegarden Twitter: @oegnz Instagram: @organicediblegarden

EP39. The Plants and Me Podcast with Jan from Organic Edible Garden

Joining us on our last episode before Christmas is John from Backyard Eden and John discusses about his small urban farm and his inspirations for growing as much as he can. John runs the Backyard Eden blog where he shares experiences growing on his urban homestead, along with some great tips to inspire others to grow their own food. Learn more about John and his homestead experiences by visiting:YouTube: Backyard EdenFacebook: @backyardedenInstagram: @backyardedenTwitter: @backyardeden1I just want to take this opportunity to thank all of you who continuously listen to The Plants and Me Podcast each week. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a happy New Year!

Joining us on our last episode before Christmas is John from Backyard Eden and John discusses about his small urban farm and his inspirations for growing as much as he can. John runs the Backyard Eden blog where he shares experiences growing on his urban homestead, along with some great tips to inspire others to grow their own food. Learn more about John and his homestead experiences by visiting: YouTube: Backyard Eden Facebook: @backyardeden Instagram: @backyardeden Twitter: @backyardeden1 I just want to take this opportunity to thank all of you who continuously listen to The Plants and Me Podcast each week. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a happy New Year!

EP38. The Plants and Me Podcast with John from Backyard Eden

On the podcast this week we’re joined by avid house plant growers, Matthew and Stephen from Seattle who run the Plant Daddy Podcast. We had a great discussion about their passion for house plants and they share some great advice about how to get into growing house plants and caring for them. This is a brilliant episode for house plant lovers and for those who are keen to start growing them.Learn more about Plant Daddy and their great podcast by visiting:Website: www.plantdaddypodcast.comFacebook: @plantdaddypodcastInstagram: @plantdaddypodcastTwitter: @plantdaddypod

On the podcast this week we’re joined by avid house plant growers, Matthew and Stephen from Seattle who run the Plant Daddy Podcast. We had a great discussion about their passion for house plants and they share some great advice about how to get into growing house plants and caring for them. This is a brilliant episode for house plant lovers and for those who are keen to start growing them. Learn more about Plant Daddy and their great podcast by visiting: Website: <a href="http://www.plantdaddypodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.plantdaddypodcast.com</a> Facebook: @plantdaddypodcast Instagram: @plantdaddypodcast Twitter: @plantdaddypod

EP37. The Plants and Me Podcast with Plant Daddy

Welcome to the Plants and Me podcast hosted by grower and horticulturist Alan Lodge. On this podcast you will get to learn about the people behind the plants as well as some fantastic tips from growers, gardeners, designers, product makers and everything in between. Want to learn more use #plantsandme

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Debra Lee

We chat about all things succulents with the succulent expert, Debra Lee Baldwin. An author of three bestselling books, Debra has contributed to various garden magazines, including Sunset, Better Homes &amp; Gardens Garden Design and is a presenter at a range of venues such as the Epcot Centre, the Cactus and Succulent Society of America convention, botanical gardens, universities and horticultural groups across America. In this episode you’ll learn about Debra’s experiences writing for Sunset magazine, how to grow succulents outdoors and she shares some brilliant tips on growing and collecting succulents. Learn more about Debra by visiting:Website: debraleebaldwin.comYouTube: Debra Lee BaldwinFacebook: @debraleebaldwinofficialInstagram: @debralbaldwin

We chat about all things succulents with the succulent expert, Debra Lee Baldwin. An author of three bestselling books, Debra has contributed to various garden magazines, including Sunset, Better Homes &amp; Gardens Garden Design and is a presenter at a range of venues such as the Epcot Centre, the Cactus and Succulent Society of America convention, botanical gardens, universities and horticultural groups across America. In this episode you’ll learn about Debra’s experiences writing for Sunset magazine, how to grow succulents outdoors and she shares some brilliant tips on growing and collecting succulents. Learn more about Debra by visiting: Website: <a href="http://debraleebaldwin.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">debraleebaldwin.com</a> YouTube: Debra Lee Baldwin Facebook: @debraleebaldwinofficial Instagram: @debralbaldwin

EP35. The Plants and Me Podcast with Debra Lee Baldwin

Charles Dowding

This week we’re joined by Charles Dowding, an author, vegetable grower and the guru of no dig gardening. Charles’ gardening journey began when he left university in 1981 and by 1982, he was creating a 6000m2 market garden and since then has established and run four market gardens in two countries, all of which use the no dig approach. Charles has featured on the Gardeners’ World programme and frequently provides talks to individuals and groups, as well as providing courses where you can learn how to grow all kinds of fruits and vegetables with less effort. With his expertise in no dig, Charles has written nine books on no dig and regularly writes for national and international magazines, as well as appearing on TV and radio. Take a listen to this episode to learn more about his weed free no dig methods and achieve amazing and time saving results.Learn more about Charles and no dig by visiting:Website: charlesdowding.co.ukYouTube: Charles DowdingInstagram: @charles_dowdingFacebook: Charles DowdingTwitter: @charlesdowding

This week we’re joined by Charles Dowding, an author, vegetable grower and the guru of no dig gardening. Charles’ gardening journey began when he left university in 1981 and by 1982, he was creating a 6000m2 market garden and since then has established and run four market gardens in two countries, all of which use the no dig approach. Charles has featured on the Gardeners’ World programme and frequently provides talks to individuals and groups, as well as providing courses where you can learn how to grow all kinds of fruits and vegetables with less effort. With his expertise in no dig, Charles has written nine books on no dig and regularly writes for national and international magazines, as well as appearing on TV and radio. Take a listen to this episode to learn more about his weed free no dig methods and achieve amazing and time saving results. Learn more about Charles and no dig by visiting: Website: <a href="http://charlesdowding.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">charlesdowding.co.uk</a> YouTube: Charles Dowding Instagram: @charles_dowding Facebook: Charles Dowding Twitter: @charlesdowding

EP15. The Plants and Me podcast with Charles Dowding

This week we’re joined by Joe Lamp'l, also known as Joe Gardener, all the way from Atlanta. Joe is an organic gardener and has a passion for teaching people how to garden. He has been teaching people everything you need to know about gardening as a TV host on 3 national gardening shows and is currently the host of the national television show, Growing a Greener World. As well as his TV shows, Joe enjoys teaching people how to garden through his YouTube channel where he teaches about organic gardening and how to be a better, smarter gardener. You can learn something new each week with Joe’s very helpful how-to videos. Learn more about Joe and his gardening videos by visiting:Website: joegardener.comYouTube: joegardenerTVFacebook: joegardenerTVInstagram: joegardenerTwitter: joegardener

This week we’re joined by Joe Lamp'l, also known as Joe Gardener, all the way from Atlanta. Joe is an organic gardener and has a passion for teaching people how to garden. He has been teaching people everything you need to know about gardening as a TV host on 3 national gardening shows and is currently the host of the national television show, Growing a Greener World. As well as his TV shows, Joe enjoys teaching people how to garden through his YouTube channel where he teaches about organic gardening and how to be a better, smarter gardener. You can learn something new each week with Joe’s very helpful how-to videos. Learn more about Joe and his gardening videos by visiting: Website: <a href="http://joegardener.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">joegardener.com</a> YouTube: joegardenerTV Facebook: joegardenerTV Instagram: joegardener Twitter: joegardener

EP24. The Plants and Me Podcast with Joe Lamp'l

Catherine Chenery

On this weeks episode I am joined by Catherine Chenery an award wining garden designer and we chat all things garden design. P.S this is a fab episode if you have a small garden and aren't sure where to start with from a design point of view.A Bit about Catherine Chenery.Catherine is a garden designer and botanical stylist. She has a history in art, as well as a life long love for plants and gardening. In 2013 Catherine graduated from the London College of Garden Design with a distinction. Catherine designs her gardens with a holistic approach. Having a strong focus on the demands of the space and the needs of the client. Her design style is soft planting contrasted with contemporary landscaping. She pays special attention to how her clients garden will be used and the styles they enjoy. The aim is to create a garden that is both beautiful and practical, making it an excellent addition to the clients home.Catherine has worked on a range of different gardens that come in all sizes. Everything from urban roof terraces to large country gardens. Every garden needs a specific approach to create the desired outcome.At the RHS Hampton Court Palace flower show in 2015, Catherine was awarded the People’s Choice Award. She collaborated with horticulturist Barbara Harfleet to create a show garden for the Rare Chromosome Disorder Society.If you want to find out more about Catherine and her work check out these linkshttps://www.facebook.com/catherinecgardendesign https://twitter.com/Catherine_CLC https://www.instagram.com/catherine_clc/ https://www.catherinechenery.co.uk/

On this weeks episode I am joined by Catherine Chenery an award wining garden designer and we chat all things garden design. P.S this is a fab episode if you have a small garden and aren't sure where to start with from a design point of view. A Bit about Catherine Chenery. Catherine is a garden designer and botanical stylist. She has a history in art, as well as a life long love for plants and gardening. In 2013 Catherine graduated from the London College of Garden Design with a distinction. Catherine designs her gardens with a holistic approach. Having a strong focus on the demands of the space and the needs of the client. Her design style is soft planting contrasted with contemporary landscaping. She pays special attention to how her clients garden will be used and the styles they enjoy. The aim is to create a garden that is both beautiful and practical, making it an excellent addition to the clients home. Catherine has worked on a range of different gardens that come in all sizes. Everything from urban roof terraces to large country gardens. Every garden needs a specific approach to create the desired outcome. At the RHS Hampton Court Palace flower show in 2015, Catherine was awarded the People’s Choice Award. She collaborated with horticulturist Barbara Harfleet to create a show garden for the Rare Chromosome Disorder Society. If you want to find out more about Catherine and her work check out these links <a href="https://www.facebook.com/catherinecgardendesign" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/catherinecgardendesign</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Catherine_CLC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Catherine_CLC</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/catherine_clc/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/catherine_clc/</a> <a href="https://www.catherinechenery.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.catherinechenery.co.uk/</a>

EP5 Plants and Me Podcast. Catherine Chenery

MICHAEL PERRY

We’re very excited to have Michael Perry, also known as Mr Plant Geek, join us this week. Michael has been in the horticultural industry for many years, previously working at Thompson and Morgan and helping them win a range of awards, as well as getting involved with TV and radio having appeared on QVC, This Morning, The Alan Titchmarsh Show and The One Show.Michael has introduced hundreds of plants to the UK and this has been one of his main activities during his career. Some of these plants include Climbing Pelargoniums, Ground Cover Lilies, TomTato and was also involved in getting the UK to grow Goji berries.Learn more about Michael and check out his awesome social media pages:Website: mrplantgeek.comFacebook: @mrplantgeekInstagram: @mr_plantgeekTwitter: @mr_plantgeek

We’re very excited to have Michael Perry, also known as Mr Plant Geek, join us this week. Michael has been in the horticultural industry for many years, previously working at Thompson and Morgan and helping them win a range of awards, as well as getting involved with TV and radio having appeared on QVC, This Morning, The Alan Titchmarsh Show and The One Show. Michael has introduced hundreds of plants to the UK and this has been one of his main activities during his career. Some of these plants include Climbing Pelargoniums, Ground Cover Lilies, TomTato and was also involved in getting the UK to grow Goji berries. Learn more about Michael and check out his awesome social media pages: Website: <a href="http://mrplantgeek.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mrplantgeek.com</a> Facebook: @mrplantgeek Instagram: @mr_plantgeek Twitter: @mr_plantgeek

EP27. The Plants and Me Podcast with Michael Perry

David Stevens

In this episode we’re joined by David Stevens who’s a garden designer with over 40 years’ experience. David has worked on a wide range of gardens around the world, including the legendary Bobbie Moore’s garden and has become one of the best-known designers around.David originally trained as a landscape architect and went on to be offered the first Chair of Garden Design at Middlesex University. He then pioneered garden design on the BBC television series Gardens by Design, followed by Gardenwise and continues to broadcast around the world. Since then David has grabbed an impressive collection of medals  including 26 medals and 3 Best Garden in Show awards at the Chelsea Flower Show, 3 gold medals at the Hampton Court International Flower Show and Best Garden in Show Awards at Shizuoka and Hamamatsu in Japan, just to name a few. If you want to learn more about landscape and garden design, David is the person to go to! His amazing knowledge has led him to become an author of 21 books and contributes to a wide range of publications at home and abroad. To learn more about David please visit:www.david-stevens.co.uk

In this episode we’re joined by David Stevens who’s a garden designer with over 40 years’ experience. David has worked on a wide range of gardens around the world, including the legendary Bobbie Moore’s garden and has become one of the best-known designers around. David originally trained as a landscape architect and went on to be offered the first Chair of Garden Design at Middlesex University. He then pioneered garden design on the BBC television series Gardens by Design, followed by Gardenwise and continues to broadcast around the world. Since then David has grabbed an impressive collection of medals including 26 medals and 3 Best Garden in Show awards at the Chelsea Flower Show, 3 gold medals at the Hampton Court International Flower Show and Best Garden in Show Awards at Shizuoka and Hamamatsu in Japan, just to name a few. If you want to learn more about landscape and garden design, David is the person to go to! His amazing knowledge has led him to become an author of 21 books and contributes to a wide range of publications at home and abroad. To learn more about David please visit: <a href="http://www.david-stevens.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.david-stevens.co.uk</a>

EP6 Plants and Me Podcast. David Stevens

On today's podcast I am joined by Jay and Dave from the Clifton Chilli Club. We chat all things chilli.As I mention in the intro I had a few technical issues during the interview but we can hear Jay and Dave with no issues at all which is the most important bit. A Bit about Clifton Chilli ClubCreated during 2009 and is a not for profit organisation based in Bristol, UK. It began with four friends who enjoy chillies. After they visited  Sea Spring Seeds in Dorset, UK.  They were amazed at the variety of chillies that are grown there. Since 2009, the chilli club has gained a huge following. They have travelled the world and taken part in many chilli events across the UK, Europe and the USA. Clifton Chilli club is well known for running chilli eating contests across the UK. Their contests have taken place in front of crowds of up to 20,000 people. They are also so popular that many of the contests have bookings of up to a year or more in advance.Social media has been a great outlet for the club, as they now have 340,000+ subscribes on YouTube and tens of thousands of followers across Facebook, Instagram and twitter. The guys say social media has help them grow so much. They frequently release videos, images and information on chillies, the club and their competitions.Make sure you follow them for all things chilli and check out there website too.https://www.facebook.com/CliftonChilliClub/ https://twitter.com/cliftonchilli https://www.youtube.com/cliftonchilliclub http://www.cliftonchilliclub.com/

On today's podcast I am joined by Jay and Dave from the Clifton Chilli Club. We chat all things chilli. As I mention in the intro I had a few technical issues during the interview but we can hear Jay and Dave with no issues at all which is the most important bit. A Bit about Clifton Chilli Club Created during 2009 and is a not for profit organisation based in Bristol, UK. It began with four friends who enjoy chillies. After they visited Sea Spring Seeds in Dorset, UK. They were amazed at the variety of chillies that are grown there. Since 2009, the chilli club has gained a huge following. They have travelled the world and taken part in many chilli events across the UK, Europe and the USA. Clifton Chilli club is well known for running chilli eating contests across the UK. Their contests have taken place in front of crowds of up to 20,000 people. They are also so popular that many of the contests have bookings of up to a year or more in advance. Social media has been a great outlet for the club, as they now have 340,000+ subscribes on YouTube and tens of thousands of followers across Facebook, Instagram and twitter. The guys say social media has help them grow so much. They frequently release videos, images and information on chillies, the club and their competitions. Make sure you follow them for all things chilli and check out there website too. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CliftonChilliClub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/CliftonChilliClub/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/cliftonchilli" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/cliftonchilli</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/cliftonchilliclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/cliftonchilliclub</a> <a href="http://www.cliftonchilliclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.cliftonchilliclub.com/</a>

EP4 Plants and Me Podcast. Clifton Chilli Club

Episode 2 Plants and Me Podcast with Helen from Elder FarmThis week on the Plants and Me podcast we are joined by Helen Kearney from Elder Farm.  As a Medical Herbalist Helen gives a fascinating insight into what both her and Stuart (Helen’s Husband) do and what exactly a Medical Herbalist is!Plus, Helen gives you another good reason (besides the obvious) to be digging dandelions out of your lawn.A bit about Helen and Elder FarmHelen lives with her husband Stuart at Elder Farm which they moved to in 2015. The farm is located in Devon and is approximately 5 and half acres in size. Elder Farm is organic and is the Ecological Co-operative’s first UK site. The farm is mainly used for growing medicinal herbs which is achieved by permaculture principles, this year they will also be making their own honey. The farm has a wide range of learning opportunities for visitors in the UK and abroad. Helen is a medical herbalist that trained at the University of East London and graduated in 2012 with a BSc, this qualification is very similar to a medical degree but all medication prescribed is plant based. She has been in practice since then. Helen first became interested in growing and using herbs medicinally and being outside from her grandmother.Helen has two clinic spaces in the local towns to her farm, which is in Wellington, Somerset and Tiverton, Devon.Plenty of pharmaceutical medication started off originally as herbs. For example Fox Glove, Digitalis and Willow. Aspirin was first discovered in Willow by scientists. A medical herbalist can treat a wide range of problems naturally such as sleeplessness, raise blood pressure, shingles, digestive issues and many more.Everything prescribed by Helen and Stuart is plant based, which can come in forms like liquids, creams and teas, they also make cold pressed soaps. They will work alongside any medications that a patient may be taking. Both Helen and Stuart are trained to look at possible interactions between plant based medication and pharmaceutical medication and vice versa.Elder Farm has a Summer school that takes place in June, where people can come and learn how to make herbal medicines for themselves. They also do other courses throughout the year. This year they are doing an open day with their two neighbours, this allows any visitors to view three plots on one trip. The date for this is to be confirmed.The Summer school is 5 days a week, Monday to Friday from the 24th June to 28th June. They teach you about cultivated and wild herbs and what different medicines you can make with them. They also do natural cream and soap making. By the time you leave you will have all the knowledge and skills to make your own herbal first aid kit. This school can be pre booked.If you wish to find out more information about Helen’s and Stuart’s Elder Farm then please visit:Website: www.elderfarm.co.ukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/elderfarmherbs/Twitter: @elderfarmInstagram: @elder_farm

Episode 2 Plants and Me Podcast with Helen from Elder Farm This week on the Plants and Me podcast we are joined by Helen Kearney from Elder Farm. As a Medical Herbalist Helen gives a fascinating insight into what both her and Stuart (Helen’s Husband) do and what exactly a Medical Herbalist is! Plus, Helen gives you another good reason (besides the obvious) to be digging dandelions out of your lawn. A bit about Helen and Elder Farm Helen lives with her husband Stuart at Elder Farm which they moved to in 2015. The farm is located in Devon and is approximately 5 and half acres in size. Elder Farm is organic and is the Ecological Co-operative’s first UK site. The farm is mainly used for growing medicinal herbs which is achieved by permaculture principles, this year they will also be making their own honey. The farm has a wide range of learning opportunities for visitors in the UK and abroad. Helen is a medical herbalist that trained at the University of East London and graduated in 2012 with a BSc, this qualification is very similar to a medical degree but all medication prescribed is plant based. She has been in practice since then. Helen first became interested in growing and using herbs medicinally and being outside from her grandmother. Helen has two clinic spaces in the local towns to her farm, which is in Wellington, Somerset and Tiverton, Devon. Plenty of pharmaceutical medication started off originally as herbs. For example Fox Glove, Digitalis and Willow. Aspirin was first discovered in Willow by scientists. A medical herbalist can treat a wide range of problems naturally such as sleeplessness, raise blood pressure, shingles, digestive issues and many more. Everything prescribed by Helen and Stuart is plant based, which can come in forms like liquids, creams and teas, they also make cold pressed soaps. They will work alongside any medications that a patient may be taking. Both Helen and Stuart are trained to look at possible interactions between plant based medication and pharmaceutical medication and vice versa. Elder Farm has a Summer school that takes place in June, where people can come and learn how to make herbal medicines for themselves. They also do other courses throughout the year. This year they are doing an open day with their two neighbours, this allows any visitors to view three plots on one trip. The date for this is to be confirmed. The Summer school is 5 days a week, Monday to Friday from the 24th June to 28th June. They teach you about cultivated and wild herbs and what different medicines you can make with them. They also do natural cream and soap making. By the time you leave you will have all the knowledge and skills to make your own herbal first aid kit. This school can be pre booked. If you wish to find out more information about Helen’s and Stuart’s Elder Farm then please visit: Website: <a href="http://www.elderfarm.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elderfarm.co.uk</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/elderfarmherbs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/elderfarmherbs/</a> Twitter: @elderfarm Instagram: @elder_farm

EP2 Plants and Me Podcast. Helen Elder Farm

Joining us this week is chilli grower Shaun, AKA Chillichump. Shaun first started growing chillies in his home country in South Africa and his craze started in 2006 when the ghost pepper was making headlines. Shaun also makes his own chilli sauces and is always experimenting with different recipes, which he shares on his YouTube channel by recording the process. Shaun combines his love of technology with his gardening and you’ll learn all about how he automates the drip irrigation, air circulation and heating/cooling and more on his YouTube channel.This is a great episode for all you chilli lovers! Check out Chillichump by visiting:YouTube: ChilliChumpInstagram: @chillichumpTwitter: @chillichumpFacebook: @chillichumpWebsite: chillichump.com

Joining us this week is chilli grower Shaun, AKA Chillichump. Shaun first started growing chillies in his home country in South Africa and his craze started in 2006 when the ghost pepper was making headlines. Shaun also makes his own chilli sauces and is always experimenting with different recipes, which he shares on his YouTube channel by recording the process. Shaun combines his love of technology with his gardening and you’ll learn all about how he automates the drip irrigation, air circulation and heating/cooling and more on his YouTube channel. This is a great episode for all you chilli lovers! Check out Chillichump by visiting: YouTube: ChilliChump Instagram: @chillichump Twitter: @chillichump Facebook: @chillichump Website: <a href="http://chillichump.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">chillichump.com</a>

EP14. The Plants and Me Podcast with Chillichump

Abi started propagating plants in her parents' Cumbrian garden from a young age and clearly had a flair for working with seedlings or cuttings and cajoling them into pots where they would flourish. The growing of our plants is down to Abi and her team. Abi will constantly scour plant catalogues and look out for exciting new introductions that she feels the nursery and garden should include.Tom also started working with plants in his parents' garden but working in a traditional Cumbrian nursery galvanised this passion. He formally trained at Edinburgh and Kew before taking on formal head gardener posts in the Lake District and Lancashire. After a short spell lecturing at Newton Rigg College in Penrith and at the Lakeland Horticultural Society in Ambleside, the opportunity to take on the site at Halecat with Abi presented itself. Tom runs the design side of the business and jointly manages the garden and display areas with Abi. Tom writes regularly for the Westmorland Gazette, Cumbria Life and Living Magazine. He has written for the Garden Design Journal, The Garden (RHS) and Gardens Illustrated.

Abi started propagating plants in her parents' Cumbrian garden from a young age and clearly had a flair for working with seedlings or cuttings and cajoling them into pots where they would flourish. The growing of our plants is down to Abi and her team. Abi will constantly scour plant catalogues and look out for exciting new introductions that she feels the nursery and garden should include. Tom also started working with plants in his parents' garden but working in a traditional Cumbrian nursery galvanised this passion. He formally trained at Edinburgh and Kew before taking on formal head gardener posts in the Lake District and Lancashire. After a short spell lecturing at Newton Rigg College in Penrith and at the Lakeland Horticultural Society in Ambleside, the opportunity to take on the site at Halecat with Abi presented itself. Tom runs the design side of the business and jointly manages the garden and display areas with Abi. Tom writes regularly for the Westmorland Gazette, Cumbria Life and Living Magazine. He has written for the Garden Design Journal, The Garden (RHS) and Gardens Illustrated.

Ep3 Plants and Me Podcast with Tom

I chat to Simeon from Swedish Homestead who discusses his homesteading journey with us and shares his advice for people who want to become a homesteader. Simeon also talks about how Joel Salatin inspired him and how he even went out to Virginia to visit Joel to spend some time with him on his farm. Joel Salatin is a farmer from Polyface Farm in Virginia, and you can learn more about Joel by visiting polyfacefarms.comIf you’re interested in homesteading, you don’t want to miss Simeon’s tips on where to start for beginners in this episode! Check out Simeon’s videos and his homesteading journey by visiting:YouTube: Swedish HomesteadFacebook &amp; Instagram: @swedishhomestead

I chat to Simeon from Swedish Homestead who discusses his homesteading journey with us and shares his advice for people who want to become a homesteader. Simeon also talks about how Joel Salatin inspired him and how he even went out to Virginia to visit Joel to spend some time with him on his farm. Joel Salatin is a farmer from Polyface Farm in Virginia, and you can learn more about Joel by visiting <a href="http://polyfacefarms.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">polyfacefarms.com</a> If you’re interested in homesteading, you don’t want to miss Simeon’s tips on where to start for beginners in this episode! Check out Simeon’s videos and his homesteading journey by visiting: YouTube: Swedish Homestead Facebook &amp; Instagram: @swedishhomestead

EP32. The Plants and Me Podcast with Simeon from Swedish Homestead

Are you looking to optimise the size of your garden? This week we’re joined by Daniel from Home Gardens who uses his YouTube channel show you what you can achieve in a small garden. Perfect for those who are in need of some gardening inspiration! This is useful for so many of us now that gardens are unfortunately getting smaller and smaller and Daniel demonstrates what can be achieved for many gardeners with a small space, mainly focusing on fruit and vegetable growing.Learn more about Daniel and check out his videos by visiting:YouTube: Home GardensInstagram: dan_homegardens

Are you looking to optimise the size of your garden? This week we’re joined by Daniel from Home Gardens who uses his YouTube channel show you what you can achieve in a small garden. Perfect for those who are in need of some gardening inspiration! This is useful for so many of us now that gardens are unfortunately getting smaller and smaller and Daniel demonstrates what can be achieved for many gardeners with a small space, mainly focusing on fruit and vegetable growing. Learn more about Daniel and check out his videos by visiting: YouTube: Home Gardens Instagram: dan_homegardens

EP26. The Plants and Me Podcast with Daniel from Home Gardens

Jane Perrone

A lover of all things house plants, Jane is a presenter and producer of indoor gardener podcast On The Ledge and a freelance journalist who specialises in plants and gardening. She writes for a range of publications and regularly has her work published in The Guardian, The Financial Times, Gardens Illustrated and Garden Design Journal.Jane’s background in news journalism started when she worked in local newspapers for more than 20 years, then joined The Guardian as a reporter online and worked her way up to an online news desk editor. Soon after she became the gardening editor at The Guardian and left in 2017 to become fully freelance. In between her writing and producing, Jane regularly gives talks to gardening groups and societies and gives interviews on radio and gardening podcasts.This is a great episode if you’re a house plant lover like Jane. Learn more about Jane by visiting:Website: janeperrone.comFacebook: @OnTheLedgePodTwitter: @janeperroneInstagram: j.l.perrone

A lover of all things house plants, Jane is a presenter and producer of indoor gardener podcast On The Ledge and a freelance journalist who specialises in plants and gardening. She writes for a range of publications and regularly has her work published in The Guardian, The Financial Times, Gardens Illustrated and Garden Design Journal. Jane’s background in news journalism started when she worked in local newspapers for more than 20 years, then joined The Guardian as a reporter online and worked her way up to an online news desk editor. Soon after she became the gardening editor at The Guardian and left in 2017 to become fully freelance. In between her writing and producing, Jane regularly gives talks to gardening groups and societies and gives interviews on radio and gardening podcasts. This is a great episode if you’re a house plant lover like Jane. Learn more about Jane by visiting: Website: <a href="http://janeperrone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">janeperrone.com</a> Facebook: @OnTheLedgePod Twitter: @janeperrone Instagram: j.l.perrone

EP11 Plants and Me with Jane Perrone

Recently listed in the Top 5 Women Influencers in Horticulture by Grow Your Own Magazine, Ellen has had a passion for gardening since she was child where she enjoyed her parents’ Norfolk kitchen garden and learning organic gardening methods from her uncle. Since then she’s been busy writing gardening content, hosting a horticultural radio show on Future Radio, as well as TV presenting and travelling the world providing talks about gardening and growing your own food where she aims to promote how nature and gardening can benefit our well-being. And not to mention having also appearing on BBC Countryfile, Mustard TV and has filmed with the Royal Horticultural Society. In between all of that, Ellen runs many events across the country for Grapes Hill Community Garden and is also the Horticultural Co-Ordinator for the Royal Norfolk Show, Patron of Filby Gardening Club and found of No Fear Gardening.The Plant Based Podcast is Ellen’s latest project which she hosts with Michael (Mr Plant Geek). You can listen to this podcast fortnightly via iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube and other platforms by visiting www.theplantbasedpodcast.netLearn more about Ellen by visiting:Website: https://www.ellenmarygardening.co.uk/Facebook: @ellenmarygardening1Instagram: @ellenmarygardeningTwitter: @EllenMaryGarden

Recently listed in the Top 5 Women Influencers in Horticulture by Grow Your Own Magazine, Ellen has had a passion for gardening since she was child where she enjoyed her parents’ Norfolk kitchen garden and learning organic gardening methods from her uncle. Since then she’s been busy writing gardening content, hosting a horticultural radio show on Future Radio, as well as TV presenting and travelling the world providing talks about gardening and growing your own food where she aims to promote how nature and gardening can benefit our well-being. And not to mention having also appearing on BBC Countryfile, Mustard TV and has filmed with the Royal Horticultural Society. In between all of that, Ellen runs many events across the country for Grapes Hill Community Garden and is also the Horticultural Co-Ordinator for the Royal Norfolk Show, Patron of Filby Gardening Club and found of No Fear Gardening. The Plant Based Podcast is Ellen’s latest project which she hosts with Michael (Mr Plant Geek). You can listen to this podcast fortnightly via iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube and other platforms by visiting <a href="http://www.theplantbasedpodcast.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.theplantbasedpodcast.net</a> Learn more about Ellen by visiting: Website: <a href="https://www.ellenmarygardening.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ellenmarygardening.co.uk/</a> Facebook: @ellenmarygardening1 Instagram: @ellenmarygardening Twitter: @EllenMaryGarden

EP8 Plants and Me Podcast. Ellen Mary

Hellah Sidibe

Hellah Sidibe joins us on the podcast to discuss his vegan diet and how it has changed his life. Hellah is a vegan athlete who has ran every day since 13th May 2017 (and is still going!) and he explains how his plant-based diet has made this possible, as well as sharing some tips on where people should start if they want to become vegan.Hellah shares his running progress on his YouTube channel and shares many running tips where he aims to inspire and change people’s lives. Such an inspiring episode and it’s a great listen for those who enjoy running and sports, or for those who are thinking of becoming vegan. Learn more about Hellah by visiting:Website: trainhellahgood.comYouTube: HellahGoodInstagram: @hellahgood9

Hellah Sidibe joins us on the podcast to discuss his vegan diet and how it has changed his life. Hellah is a vegan athlete who has ran every day since 13th May 2017 (and is still going!) and he explains how his plant-based diet has made this possible, as well as sharing some tips on where people should start if they want to become vegan. Hellah shares his running progress on his YouTube channel and shares many running tips where he aims to inspire and change people’s lives. Such an inspiring episode and it’s a great listen for those who enjoy running and sports, or for those who are thinking of becoming vegan. Learn more about Hellah by visiting: Website: <a href="http://trainhellahgood.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">trainhellahgood.com</a> YouTube: HellahGood Instagram: @hellahgood9

EP25. The Plants and Me Podcast with Hellah Sidibe

Kevin Dutton

Joining us this week is Kevin Dutton, a photographer who produces photographic prints of plants and flowers grown in his garden and allotment. This week Kevin won a gold medal at the RHS Botanical Art and Photography Show at the RHS Lindley Hall in London. He also recently displayed his work at the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show and has had his work displayed at art shows in Stockholm, Manchester, London and New York. During his photography career Kevin has worked for The RHS, Observer, Independent on Sunday, BBC, Channel 4 and many more. Earlier this year Kevin ran a botanical photography workshop at the Victoria and Albert Museum and if this is something you’d be interested in doing, then check out his weekend course at West Dean College, Sussex from 30th August to 1st September. If you’d like to learn more about Kevin and check out his work, visit his website and social media below. We highly recommend you check out his galleries!  Website: kevindutton.netFacebook: @kevinduttonphotographyTwitter: @duttonphotos

Joining us this week is Kevin Dutton, a photographer who produces photographic prints of plants and flowers grown in his garden and allotment. This week Kevin won a gold medal at the RHS Botanical Art and Photography Show at the RHS Lindley Hall in London. He also recently displayed his work at the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show and has had his work displayed at art shows in Stockholm, Manchester, London and New York. During his photography career Kevin has worked for The RHS, Observer, Independent on Sunday, BBC, Channel 4 and many more. Earlier this year Kevin ran a botanical photography workshop at the Victoria and Albert Museum and if this is something you’d be interested in doing, then check out his weekend course at West Dean College, Sussex from 30th August to 1st September. If you’d like to learn more about Kevin and check out his work, visit his website and social media below. We highly recommend you check out his galleries! Website: <a href="http://kevindutton.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kevindutton.net</a> Facebook: @kevinduttonphotography Twitter: @duttonphotos

EP18. The Plants and Me Podcast with Kevin Dutton

Gary Pilarchik

This week we’re joined by Gary Pilarchik from The Rusted Garden all the way from Maryland, America. Gary is a keen tomato and vegetable gardener, which he dedicates his YouTube channel to. For the past 6 years Gary has also been using his YouTube channel to teach gardening to people. Not only will you learn about vegetable growing, you can also learn about the construction of the whole garden, which consists of planting, seed starting, harvesting, disease and pest management, as well as different ways to cook.Learn more about Gary and check out his videos by visiting:Website: therustedgarden.comYouTube: Gary Pilarchik (The Rusted Garden)Facebook: @TheRustedGardenVideosInstagram: @therustedgardenTwitter: @TheRustedGarden

This week we’re joined by Gary Pilarchik from The Rusted Garden all the way from Maryland, America. Gary is a keen tomato and vegetable gardener, which he dedicates his YouTube channel to. For the past 6 years Gary has also been using his YouTube channel to teach gardening to people. Not only will you learn about vegetable growing, you can also learn about the construction of the whole garden, which consists of planting, seed starting, harvesting, disease and pest management, as well as different ways to cook. Learn more about Gary and check out his videos by visiting: Website: <a href="http://therustedgarden.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">therustedgarden.com</a> YouTube: Gary Pilarchik (The Rusted Garden) Facebook: @TheRustedGardenVideos Instagram: @therustedgarden Twitter: @TheRustedGarden

EP21. The Plants and Me Podcast with Gary Pilarchik

Lisa Cutcliffe

Lisa runs Edulis Wild Food (which means edible in Latin) where she runs wild food walks and a range of foraging courses including identifying, using, fermenting, preserving and cooking. With 15 years’ experience of picking wild fungi, fruits, flowers and foliage, Lisa has impressively taught herself all her foraging knowledge. Her whole journey as a wild food specialist started by finding out one tiny fact… porcini mushrooms grow in the UK. Lisa was totally amazed as she had bought a pack the day before and thought they were a fancy mushroom from Italy. Since then she has been on some *ahem* wild adventures discovering and learning about wild foods. If you want to see what Lisa gets up to on her foraging adventures, check her out at:Website: eduliswildfood.co.uk/Instagram: @edulis_wildfoodTwitter: @eduliswildfood

Lisa runs Edulis Wild Food (which means edible in Latin) where she runs wild food walks and a range of foraging courses including identifying, using, fermenting, preserving and cooking. With 15 years’ experience of picking wild fungi, fruits, flowers and foliage, Lisa has impressively taught herself all her foraging knowledge. Her whole journey as a wild food specialist started by finding out one tiny fact… porcini mushrooms grow in the UK. Lisa was totally amazed as she had bought a pack the day before and thought they were a fancy mushroom from Italy. Since then she has been on some *ahem* wild adventures discovering and learning about wild foods. If you want to see what Lisa gets up to on her foraging adventures, check her out at: Website: <a href="http://eduliswildfood.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">eduliswildfood.co.uk/</a> Instagram: @edulis_wildfood Twitter: @eduliswildfood

Ep13. The Plants and Me Podcast with Lisa Cutcliffe 

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