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Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for December - there is loads to do!
Send us a textThis week, Andy talks about jobs that you can and definitely SHOULD complete in the December garden. The build up to Christmas is a really special, magical time but it all provides an opportunity for chill out and recharge in the garden. Grab yourself a mince pie, a Christmas jumper and a trowel and embrace December gardening.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the qu...
2025-12-01
35 min
Growing Up Podcast
How to grow Garlic and make Poinsettias last beyond Christmas
Send us a textJoin us as Andy discusses how you can plant garlic successfully to ensure the best harvest possible next year and Kate details her mission to ensure that Christmas Poinsettias last beyond the festive period!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase...
2025-11-24
38 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for November - this is a surprisingly busy month in the garden!
Send us a textJoin us as we discuss the jobs you should be doing in your November garden. Grab yourself a drink and join Andy and Kate for November gardening chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out t...
2025-11-02
37 min
Growing Up Podcast
Talking gardening with a 'non gardener'.
Send us a textIn this episode, Kate is joined by her sister on the podcast to talk about how why she doesn't garden, what she feels are barriers to beginning her growing journey, and together they plan her perfect growing space.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice...
2025-10-20
38 min
Growing Up Podcast
The Harvest Festival: we review our year so far.
Send us a textIn this episode, we look back to the episodes we recorded back in January 2025, in which Andy and Kate both boldly made New Year's growing resolutions and sat down together with a cup of tea to plan the season ahead.Nine months later, in this week's episode, we listen back to our plans and ask how many of our resolutions came true this year so far.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a...
2025-09-29
48 min
Growing Up Podcast
Starting a business in horticulture: the harsh realities behind the best job in the world.
Send us a textIn this episode we chat and share our honest tips and advice for anyone who is thinking of starting a business in horticulture. We don't sugarcoat this and talk really honestly about the realities of this idea.Andy often receives messages asking for advice about starting a business within the horticulture sector, so many messages that it is impossible to respond to all of them. In this episode, we try to answer the questions that we think its important to ask.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by th...
2025-09-22
51 min
Growing Up Podcast
Embracing an autumnal gardening mindset.....
Send us a textThis week, Andy attempts to convince you to join him in adopting an autumnal gardening mindset, of embracing the deceleration of growth and actually embarking on some gardening adventures this autumn.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate...
2025-09-15
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening in the night garden
Send us a textIn this episode, Kate takes us for an evening outing into the night garden. It's a magical, special place and we wanted to spend a little time there.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out t...
2025-09-08
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
Kate's Story 2.0
Send us a textAt the beginning of our third season, we just wanted to take the time to reintroduce ourselves at your hosts.In our second-ever episode, Kate spoke very honestly about her journey and we wanted to update that story, almost two years later. We talk about feeding carnivorous plants with spaghetti and the realities of dealing with a chronic illness while having fun growing things.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and g...
2025-08-18
46 min
Growing Up Podcast
Andy's Story 2.0
Send us a textWhen we began our podcast in Autumn 2023, we were both in a very different place, both professionally and personally. We wanted to re-introduce ourselves at the beginning of our third season. You are going to be listening to our voices a lot over the next year as we bring you monthly gardening advice and some amazing guests and we wanted to take this opportunity to re-introduce ourselves to you.Here is Andy's story 2.0. He talks about the journey to running a horticultural business and the changes that he wou...
2025-08-11
44 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for August
Send us a textJoin us as we discuss the gardening jobs you can be busy doing in the month of August, as you juggle childcare, warm weather, mildew and Andy's singing halfway through this episode.Enjoy.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice...
2025-08-04
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
The Second Herb Season
Send us a textAndy has been so excited to record this episode. For a number of years we have become aware of the phenomenon of the 'second herb season' a time from mid to late summer when herbs once again become front and centre - filling gaps in our growing spaces and offering hardy alternative planting options as we begin to plan towards colder weather.What is the second herb season? And why does it matter?Enjoy this episode, guys.The Growing Up Podcast...
2025-07-14
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for July
Send us a textJuly is a firework display in the garden, it's beautiful chaos in which the energy of growth is so beautiful, obvious and frenetic. But amidst the joyful chaos of July there are so many jobs that you can do to really enhance your growth during the month of July and beyond.Join Andy and Kate for a fun, chilled-out chat about the July garden, slugs the size of cats, the joy of dead-heading and a little Jane Austen.Enjoy.The Growing Up Podcast is p...
2025-07-07
46 min
Growing Up Podcast
Heatwave gardening.....
Send us a textIn this episode, you find Andy and Kate dealing with the realities of growing in a heatwave. We took shelter in the podcast studio to share some heatwave gardening tips, to share the reality of working outside during high temperatures.But perhaps more importantly, we look forward to the second half of 2025.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that F...
2025-06-30
33 min
Growing Up Podcast
The beauty of Show Gardens and why they can matter more than you think.....
Send us a textIn this episode we reflect on a week spent at Gardeners World LIVE. Kate talks to a really inspirational lady who has built a beautiful show garden to be incredibly proud of - Jan of @theflowermummysgarden This chat went quite deep and we would love to hear your thoughts about show gardens and the role they play in inspiring and the effect they can have on us.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a...
2025-06-23
44 min
Growing Up Podcast
We answer YOUR questions.
Send us a textWhy can't we just grow English Mint? Why shouldn't you plant mint plants together and why doesn't Andy talk about his front garden food growing project any more? We answer all of YOUR questions. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase pl...
2025-06-09
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for June
Send us a textIn a surprisingly 'horticultural' episode Andy and Kate talk through the most important gardening jobs for June, in the flower garden, kitchen garden and in the greenhouse.Enjoy this episode and enjoy June guys.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest...
2025-06-02
44 min
Growing Up Podcast
Horticulture is hard and the weirdness of spring.
Send us a textThis week Andy and Kate chat about the hard realities but inspirational pay off of working in production horticulture and the inherent strangeness of the acceleration of growth in spring.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to...
2025-05-19
43 min
Growing Up Podcast
Go Sow May: Just keep sowing, just keep sowing.
Send us a textWe chat about just how important it is to keep sowing seeds during the month of May, what we are most excited about sowing in our own growing spaces and how Andy sometimes gives the impression he doesn't want to make money from selling herb plants.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your...
2025-05-12
34 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for May
Send us a textWe have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of May, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work!Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of May.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits...
2025-05-06
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
Viking Gardening
Send us a textIn this episode, we travel back in time to talk about the gardening and growing adventures of the Vikings. The Viking era was a fascinating one and Andy really wanted to talk about what the Vikings grew, how growing informed and changed their society but most importantly - asking what did the Vikings eat to make them so crazy when they went into battle. Grab a cup of mead and jump on board the long boat. We are sailing towards the Viking Era.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sp...
2025-04-22
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for April - SUCH an exciting month in the growing space.
Send us a textThis week Kate talks through gardening jobs for the month of April. This is such a month of contrasts and notoriously difficult to predict. But there are SO many exciting things to do in the April Garden. Stay tuned for the surprise appearance of a magpie mid-recording.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link be...
2025-04-07
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Trees 101
Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Dan, Head Gardner of Winterbourne House and Gardens to talk all things tree growing. Want to grow your own trees? Or just curious about these incredible living structures that can outlive us?Grab a drink, sit back and enjoy.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. C...
2025-03-17
50 min
Growing Up Podcast
Growing Herbs during early Spring
Send us a textWe finally get to talk about herbs. Herbs are fantastic to plant during the early spring season. There are so many hardy herbs that add so much to our growing spaces during these months, providing colour, scent, interest and flavour in our herb gardens.Enjoy this chat from two very tired herb growers.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels s...
2025-03-10
35 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for March
Send us a textGardening jobs for March, a month of contrasts, so much to sow and so many jobs to complete, along with a few battles with magpies along the way. Join us for a cup of tea and toast in the polytunnel as we discuss gardening jobs for March.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order y...
2025-03-03
38 min
Growing Up Podcast
The importance of growing as a community.
Send us a textWe chat with Ed from Roots Allotments about his lived experience of developing food-growing communities. We are members of Roots Allotment site in Stourbridge and it's been a privilege to see that community develop. We talk about how you can develop a food-growing community, the challenges that you might face and how wonderful it is to share knowledge and experiences with your fellow growers.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and ge...
2025-02-24
37 min
Growing Up Podcast
Microgreens 101
Send us a textIn this episode, we deep dive into the world of growing Microgreens. These tiny little leaves pack a huge flavour. We know that so many of you have limited experience growing this amazing crop so this morning we are talking Microgreens!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would li...
2025-02-17
41 min
Growing Up Podcast
Tips for starting a Brand New Allotment
Send us a textThis week we are joined by Ed Morrison, one of the founders of Roots Allotments to talk us through the top tips we would suggest when you are faced with the blank canvas of a new allotment or new growing space. This feels like such a timely discussion to have, at the start of a new growing season. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of...
2025-02-10
50 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for February
Send us a textGrab a hot drink and a jumper because we are talking about gardening jobs for February. This is such an exciting month which can absolutely lay the foundations for the rest of the season. It's a changeable month so, while you listen, maybe grab yourself a woolly hat and sunglasses too. Spring is coming.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Chec...
2025-02-03
38 min
Growing Up Podcast
Chilli Growing 101
Send us a textIn this episode, we deep dive into the world of chilli growing. This is one of Andy's passions and he was so excited to record this episode and ALSO to talk Kate into participating in a chilli growing competition. May the best grower win.We talk about the benefits of growing chillies, the best time to sow seeds, our top tips for germination and successful growth and much more.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of g...
2025-01-27
43 min
Growing Up Podcast
Planning the 2025 Growing Season
Send us a textProudly armed with their New Year Growing Resolutions, Andy and Kate sit down and plan out their 2025 growing season. If our 2024 planning season episode is anything to go by, we wouldn't bet good money on solid plans emerging from this episode. So grab a drink and join us as we dream, laugh and plan for the 2025 gardening season.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products th...
2025-01-20
51 min
Growing Up Podcast
New Year Growing Resolutions.
Send us a textAt the start of the season, it's so important to take a day to pause and consider what you wish to get from the upcoming growing season. January is the perfect time to sit back and reflect on the previous year and set yourself a few New Year Growing Resolutions.Grab yourself a drink and join us as we plan the 2025 growing season.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely b...
2025-01-13
54 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening jobs for January
Send us a textWe chat with Ed of Roots Allotments about gardening jobs for January. Traditionally January is seen as a quieter month in the garden, allotment or smallholding, but it's actually a vital month of preparation in which so many exciting things are happening.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you w...
2025-01-06
55 min
Growing Up Podcast
The Growing Up Podcast Christmas Party
Send us a textGrab yourself a hot drink, or a minced pie, put your headphones in as you walk the dog or have some chill-out time during the festive season. We reflect on the year gone and thank you for your company during 2024. This episode officially marks the end of our second season of the podcast and we are super excited to introduce you to the content we have lined up for season 3.Happy Christmas everyone.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We...
2024-12-23
20 min
Growing Up Podcast
Evaluating the 2024 season. We look back very honestly on the year just gone....
Send us a textGrab yourself a drink and join us as we evaluate the 2024 growing season. This year was challenging in the allotment and beyond, and in this episode, we talk honestly about the challenges, opportunities, highs and lows of the 2024 growing season.It's so important to look back at this time of year in order to look forwards with excitement and plan.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the q...
2024-12-16
47 min
Growing Up Podcast
After the storm.....
Send us a textAndy and Kate sit down with hot chocolates and chat about the storm that's just affected the UK, the importance of community, growing luxury value crops and why it's so important to get outside when you can do so.....The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest...
2024-12-09
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening for December - practical jobs that you can do during the month of December in a changing climate.
Send us a textIn this episode Andy talks to Dan, Head Gardener of Winterbourne House and Gardens about the idea of gardening FOR the month of December, practical jobs to complete during December and how this seems increasingly tricky in a changing climate.There is so much that you can do to bring seasonality into your December garden and it was so much fun to chat to Dan about the options we all have.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the...
2024-12-02
1h 00
Growing Up Podcast
Caring for the herbs in your winter herb garden.
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about our specialist subject - growing herbs! Andy and Kater discuss how you can get the most out of your herb garden during the coldest months of the year. Do herbs need protection from the cold? Do they need any special care? Listen to this episode and find out.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Chec...
2024-11-25
43 min
Growing Up Podcast
No Dig with Charles Dowding.
Send us a textIn this really special episode, we travelled down to the beautiful Homeacres to meet with Charles Dowding to talk all things No Dig. When most people think about No Dig Gardening Charles Dowding is often the first name that comes to mind. His books and the videos that he produces are inspirational to ourselves and many others so it was a huge privilege to spend the afternoon with him and talk about No Dig.Hope you enjoy this one guys.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the am...
2024-11-18
53 min
Growing Up Podcast
Bulb Growing 101
Send us a textKate is embarking on her first season of growing bulbs and shares everything she has learned about bulb growing so far with Andy and any other first-time bulb planters out there! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to...
2024-11-11
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for November - this is a surprisingly busy month in the garden!
Send us a textThis week Andy and Kate chat about gardening jobs that you will have so much fun completing during the month of November. November is a deceptive month in which you can sow a surprising range of crops but also take steps to boost your productivity for the months ahead. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Ch...
2024-11-04
38 min
Growing Up Podcast
Is 'profit' a dirty word in horticulture?
Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate discuss why there seems to be such a tension within horticulture and the gardening industry as a whole about making profit from growing. So many of us grow as a hobby that delights, excites and recarges, but we absolutely need profit making businesses within horticulture if our industry has a future.Equally in the current economic climate in which the cost of living is so high, we should absolutely be talking about the cost benefits of growing your own.Grab a drink, sit ba...
2024-10-28
48 min
Growing Up Podcast
Composting 101
Send us a textThis week we chat with friend of the show Becky Searle on Instagram as @sow_much_more to talk all things composting. We talk about why composting is so important, how you can increase your composting results and why male urine might be a secret weapon in your journey to creat the perfect compost.Enjoy this one guys.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of t...
2024-10-21
51 min
Growing Up Podcast
The hidden beauty of mushrooms.
Send us a textWe chat to friend of the podcast Adele Nozedar about all things mushrooms. Adele has recently published Mushroom Miscellany and her passion for the world of mushrooms and discovering their beauty is quite simply infectious. Please sit back, and enjoy this chat with Adele as much as we enjoyed recording it.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the li...
2024-10-14
42 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening jobs for October - this is such an important month.
Send us a textOctober is a very, very important month in the garden, a month of transitions. And this week we talk you through varieties that you can sow this month in October and vital jobs that we would suggest that you start to complete ahead of the colder weather arriving. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to ord...
2024-10-07
46 min
Growing Up Podcast
The history of arts and crafts gardens - and why they matter today
Send us a textIn this episode, we travel back in time to the 19th century, to the birth of the Arts and Crafts Movement and talk about how this led to the development of the phenomenon known as Arts and Crafts Gardens. We talk about why this philosophy of garden design came to be, why it really matters and how you can spot its influences today.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in t...
2024-09-30
44 min
Growing Up Podcast
Why herbs? Where did you meet? Q&A - Andy answers YOUR questions.
Send us a textA few weeks back we asked you to send in your questions for Andy - and in this episode, he answers as many questions as Kate can ask within 45 minutes. He didn't know which questions were coming!Really hope that you enjoy this chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your o...
2024-09-23
49 min
Growing Up Podcast
The end of the season. Mental health and working in horticulture.
Send us a textIt's the end of our busy season as Andy and Kate sit down in the studio this week. But we wanted to reframe the chat slightly and talk really honestly about the mental health cost of working in horticulture.We really hope that you enjoy this chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below...
2024-09-16
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
How to forage like a pro (and how you probably already have!)
Send us a textThis week, Kate chats to foraging expert, author and friend of the pod Adele Nozedar, about the ancient art of foraging, how most people do it without even realising and how it can put you back in touch with nature in the most surprising and wonderful ways. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order y...
2024-09-09
44 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for September - such an exciting month
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about gardening jobs that you can do during the month of September. We are joined by Jess Gough @happy_smallholding who chats with us about the jobs that she will be doing this month.Take a moment out of your busy day and join us for some lighthearted gardening chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of...
2024-09-02
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
The importance of soil health with Becky Searle @sow_much_more
Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate chat with Becky Searle @sow_much_more about the importance of soil health and the role that it plays in boosting productivity. Join us for a journey into soil health, no-dig gardening and the joy of rescue tortoises. Hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. Leave us a review if you get chance, it would mean a lot to us.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the ben...
2024-08-27
49 min
Growing Up Podcast
Can you really sow seeds in August?
Send us a textIn this episode Andy and Kate deep dive into varieties that you can sow and plant during the month of August. Taking advantage of the beautiful growing conditions, the warm soil temperatures and daylight to grow gorgeous flavours while also preparing for the colder months ahead.If you would like to hear a more general chat about gardening jobs for August, please listen to the previous episode. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits o...
2024-08-19
35 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for August, heat, water and slugs!
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about jobs that you can complete in the garden during the month of August. This is such an exciting month in which growing conditions are still perfect and productive. However, its also a month that provides unique challenges to gardeners. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tun...
2024-08-12
47 min
Growing Up Podcast
Moving into a new garden - where to start?
Send us a textIn this episode Andy, Kate and Sarah of @thenorthernhome_ chat about the challenges of moving into a new growing space. Sarah posted recently on Instagram about the challenges of starting again in a new space, being relatively new to gardening so we thought it would be fun to do a recorded "consultation" which turned into a fun chat about starting afresh in an established garden.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely b...
2024-08-05
51 min
Growing Up Podcast
The reality of starting homestead, pumpkin growing and bee keeping. We chat to @happy_smallholding
Send us a textHave you ever thought about embracing the good life and starting your own smallholding? This week we chat to Jess Gough of @happy_smallholding on Instagram about how she did exactly this.We talk all things growing with Jess Gough who you might know through the Instagram account happy_smallholding. We talk all things growing, the reality of starting a homestead, bee keeping alongside some really practical growing tips.Hope you enjoy.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big be...
2024-07-29
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening for wellbeing: we talk honestly about just how important this is.
Send us a textGardening for wellbeing is a commonly used term, isn't it? Sometimes, perhaps it can sound like a marketing 'buzz phrase' but to us, this is a very real concept and one that has really changed our lives at various points over the last couple of years.We talk honestly about why gardening can boost wellbeing and how we think it can really help you too.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel a...
2024-07-22
38 min
Growing Up Podcast
What can you sow in July? Isn't the gardening season over?
Send us a textIn this episode, we chat about seeds that you can sow, now in the month of July. We talk about the importance of looking forward and mention a really special food-growing revolution happening in Inner City Birmingham.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like h...
2024-07-15
43 min
Growing Up Podcast
The magic of biennials and the realities of starting a flower farm during a very wet spring.
Send us a textWe chat to Melanie Purcell of @bishybarnabeescottagegarden about the realities of starting a flower farm during a spring in which the weather doesn't play ball. We talk about the magic of sowing biennials during summer and the hope that they bring.You really don't want to miss this chat - we felt so inspired after talking to Melanie and Kate has a huge shopping list to get from Melanie's website:https://www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com/The Growing Up Podcast is pr...
2024-07-08
53 min
Growing Up Podcast
Jobs for the Summer Herb Garden - it's all about looking forwards,
Send us a textSummer is such an exciting time in the herb garden. It's a time in which the pace of nature accelerates and there is so much to do among a firework display of colour, flavour and fragrance in the herb garden. However, this week on the Growing Up Podcast it's all about looking forwards too... to the season that is yet to come. We are gardening in four dimensions and we absolutely love it.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in...
2024-07-01
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
Behind the scenes at Gardeners World LIVE. Horticulture is changing and we LOVE it.
Send us a textThis week we take you behind the scenes to talk about our experiences behind the scenes working at BBC Gardeners World and Good Food Show last week. We discuss some of the amazing people who made the event so special and talk to Steph who created a simply magical show garden.We saw such positive things last week that we simply had to tell you about them in this episode.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits o...
2024-06-24
42 min
Growing Up Podcast
Growing Tomatoes - top tips from Tomato Revolution
Send us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Lance, Tomato Growing expert who runs Tomato Revolution. Get ready for a very geeky, in-depth deep dive into growing your own Tomatoes.If you like growing your own, gardening and chilled-out podcast chat, the Growing Up Podcast is the place for you! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Ch...
2024-06-18
43 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for June
Send us a textWe have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of June, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work! It gave us a great chance to shelter from the rain and warm up too!Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of June.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored b...
2024-06-10
41 min
Growing Up Podcast
The reality of flower farming, floristry and the love of flowers.
Send us a textIn this episode, we chat with Carole of Tuckshop Flowers - a small-scale florist and flower grower - who 10 years ago actually grew and designed the flowers for our wedding.This is a really interesting chat with someone who has genuinely built a long-lasting and flourishing business within the floristry sector with an infectious love of flowers.Enjoy the chat, everyone.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a...
2024-06-04
48 min
Growing Up Podcast
Polytunnel Growing 101
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about everything related to polytunnel growing. Andy is a self-confessed 'polytunnel geek' and was so excited to record this episode.We talk about choosing a type of polytunnel, where to put it and share our top polytunnel growing tips!Do you have any questions? Please feel free to message us on Instagram!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality o...
2024-05-28
49 min
Growing Up Podcast
Emergency Episode: Andy is going to be on TV!!
Send us a textSo....we've been keeping a secret - a pretty big secret! On Saturday 25th May we will be appearing on James Martin's Saturday Morning on ITV, telling the story of our business as James Martin uses our herbs to cook some delicious dishes.We are super excited to finally be able to share this news! So who is going to be tuning in?The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel an...
2024-05-24
07 min
Growing Up Podcast
Teaching school kids to grow food within inner city Birmingham.
Send us a textIn this quite emotional episode, Andy and Kate talk about their adventures teaching school kids how to grow food within inner city Birmingham. We explain why this is incredibly important and share the ups and downs of a first, very exciting year.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own t...
2024-05-20
46 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for May
Send us a textWe have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of May, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work!Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of May.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in...
2024-05-13
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
Sowing seeds in May? Come to the garden centre with us...
Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate escape the recording studio and record undercover at a local garden centre. You can sow loads of exciting seeds in May and even if you are just starting out your gardening adventures this spring - you can absolutely join the growing party!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the li...
2024-05-07
47 min
Growing Up Podcast
Planning Mum and Dad's Garden
Send us a textAre you feeling a bit 'behind' in this very strange spring season that we are having here in the UK? You aren't alone, but it's important to remember that we are all in the same boat, which is just as well given the amount of rain we've had.In this week's episode, Andy's Mum and Dad join us in the studio as we plan a new garden for them, and reflect on the joys of clay soil, wild flowers and thyme lawns.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored b...
2024-04-29
43 min
Growing Up Podcast
Wellbeing, mindfulness and the importance of taking time in your garden for yourself.
Send us a textIn this week's episode, we chat with Kendall Marie Platt about the importance of taking time for yourself and prioritising self-care through gardening. We chat with Kendall about why this is so important and the work that she is doing to raise awareness about this increasingly important subject.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to ord...
2024-04-22
49 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening through April showers - is anyone else feeling soggy?
Send us a textWe've had a few April showers so far this month and we are feeling a little bit soggy! In this episode we talk about the realities of gardening during the month of April and share some tips about getting the most from your April garden.It's important to share a positive message that as gardeners, we all love to moan about the weather, but it really does keep our lives interesting doesn't it?This episode of the Growing Up Podcast is sponsored by the fabulous outdoor clothing brand R...
2024-04-15
41 min
Growing Up Podcast
Bringing wildlife into your growing space.
Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss how you can bring wildlife into your growing space, boost your local environment and eco system and also boost productivity.We discuss the perils of working with frogs and every gardeners favourite topic: slugs.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would...
2024-04-08
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for April - SUCH an exciting month in the growing space.
Send us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Ed from Roots Allotments to chat through essential gardening jobs for the month of April. Some of you will just be getting started in the garden whereas others will have windowsills absolutely filled with seedlings. Either way, we have you covered in this week's episode!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out th...
2024-04-01
44 min
Growing Up Podcast
Leaving corporate world to grow plants, one year on does Kate have any regrets?
Send us a textAlmost exactly a year ago, Kate formally came to work full-time at Urban Herbs, growing, selling and promoting herb plants as a full-time job. She left behind a full-time job in event management and so this shift represented a dramatic change.One year later Kate answers the questions that you have sent in to ask her about her dramatic career change. This turned into a really honest chat about the rollercoaster year that we have had and we hope that it represents a hopeful message to many of you ou...
2024-03-25
50 min
Growing Up Podcast
Medieval gardening - we travel back in time.
Send us a textIn this episode, we travel back in time, to a world that didn't have easy access to medicine or reliable food supplies. We discuss a world in which gardens were vitally important and provide a really interesting insight into the medieval world. Andy was once a history student and this episode of the Growing Up Podcast might just be his favourite yet.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in...
2024-03-18
41 min
Growing Up Podcast
Get ready for the acceleration of growth
Send us a textGardening here in the UK the pace of growth changes radically throughout the year. It's something that we are gardeners totally accept but we rarely hear it talked about. So in this episode, we chat about the 'acceleration of growth' and how you can prepare for it.The season is really getting started now and we hope you enjoy this chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in t...
2024-03-11
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
Herbs to plant in early Spring.
Send us a textIn this episode, we deep dive into the many beautiful varieties of herbs that are perfect for planting now in the early spring period. We share growing tips for how you can get the most from your herb garden during the spring period. But most importantly we chat and share our genuine joy of growing these amazing varieties.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products th...
2024-03-04
47 min
Growing Up Podcast
Roots Allotments: A new way of doing allotments
Send us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Ed from Roots Allotments as we share our love of allotment growing, the magic of community growing spirit, and the truly exciting work that is happening at Roots Allotments.The energy that Ed brings to this episode is truly infectious as we share the simple joy of growing and the manifold benefits that this act brings.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely...
2024-02-26
59 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening and Lockdown - a Spring like no other.
Send us a textIn this episode of the Growing Up Podcast, we tell the story of the Spring of 2020, a season that turned into a spring like no other. For so many of us our gardens became refuges during the long months of lockdowns as more experienced gardeners shared their knowledge on social media and others rediscovered the simple joy of growing things.In this episode, we read some of your stories from the lockdown spring and reflect just how important gardening was to so many of us during this time.The G...
2024-02-19
47 min
Growing Up Podcast
Let's go to the Farmers Market!
Send us a textIn this episode we talk about our love of Farmers Markets, what they are, why they matter, and how important they have been to our story. Join us for this nostalgic journey into a world of artisan bread, cheese, plants, and food ethics. Is there a farmers market near you? Let us know what you think of them.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely be...
2024-02-12
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening Jobs for February - what a strange gardening month.
Send us a textIn this episode we talk all things February, it's such a strange month in the garden and so we chat to Shannon, a friend of the show and Diary of a Lady Gardener on Instagram about essential gardening jobs for February.This can often be the coldest month of the year, but also a month that brings blue skies, sunshine and SO much hope.Really hope that you enjoy the chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers i...
2024-02-05
58 min
Growing Up Podcast
February: Friend or Foe. We talk about gardening jobs for February.
Here in the UK February can be a strange month. It can be the coldest month of the winter while also producing beautiful blue skies and hints of the spring to follow.In this episode, we talk to Shannon (Diary of a Lady Gardener) about her favourite jobs for the Spring garden.Really hope that you enjoy.👉 WE HAVE A HUGE FAVOUR TO ASK 👈 Did you enjoy our podcast? We don't have a sponsor at the moment but love recording these pods and sharing the joy of growing...
2024-02-05
33 min
Growing Up Podcast
Growing food and the importance of slow living.
Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate chat about the reaction to Andy's video showing the results of his front garden growing project and explore the importance of slow living in an increasingly 24/7 culture.We talk about generational change and rapidly changing perspectives on food growing.We really hope that you enjoy joining us for this raw and largely unedited chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe...
2024-01-29
41 min
Growing Up Podcast
Ever thought of starting a business in horticulture? We dig a little deeper....
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about the idea of starting a horticultural business. So many people have reached out to us over the years and said how much they have thought of career-changing - starting a career in the horticultural sector. This week we dig a little deeper, talking honestly about our story over the last decade but also sharing our excitement about the future. There are so many opportunities in horticulture. And it's the best job in the world.Let us know what you think!The Gr...
2024-01-22
48 min
Growing Up Podcast
Planning your 2024 Garden - what we will sow and grow in 2024
Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate chat about varieties that we are excited about planting in 2024. Get ready for a really informal, chat between the two of us as we chat about our 'couple gardening goals' for the growing season.We started recording without a plan and simply opened Kate's 'to sow' seed box.We really hope that you enjoy this slightly different and very unplanned episode.Spring is coming - who else is excited?The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing F...
2024-01-15
50 min
Growing Up Podcast
Can you grow food to save money? We talk to James Wong.
Send us a textIn this episode, we chat with a friend of the show James Wong about whether or not it's possible to genuinely grow food to save money. It's proven to be a surprisingly controversial subject, to talk honestly about the idea of growing food to save money and so we were fascinated to hear what James Wong had to say on this subject.Really hope that you enjoy this chat as much as we did.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We a...
2024-01-08
55 min
Growing Up Podcast
January Gardening Jobs: We dig deep into gardening jobs for January.
Send us a textIn this episode, we dig deep into gardening jobs for January. Andy is joined by Dan, Head Gardener of Winterbourne House and Gardens as we chat on a rainy day about practical jobs that you can do NOW in January to get your garden off to the best possible start to the year.Each month in 2024 we aim to release a podcast offering practical advice, tips that you can implement at that point in the year. All too often gardening advice tells you what you should have done 6 weeks earlier - an...
2024-01-03
50 min
Growing Up Podcast
Kate is BACK for the Growing Up Podcast Christmas Episode - a year in review, and growing resolutions for 2024
Send us a textKate is BACK for this Pre-Christmas episode of the Growing Up Podcast.We talk about our gardening highlights of 2023, amazing highs and a few light hearted lows. It was so lovely to sit together and consider the growing season that is ending shortly.We find that December is a month for gardeners to sit, reflect and plan ahead and this is exactly what we do in this episode. We talk about our growing hopes and dreams for 2024 and invite you to join us in sharing your growing resolutions for th...
2023-12-18
55 min
Growing Up Podcast
Houseplants, wellbeing and dreams coming true. We chat to Root 13 House Plants.
Send us a textIn this week's episode, we talk to Katy and David who run the fabulous Root 13 house plant shop here in Birmingham. Like ourselves they took a less-than-traditional route into horticulture, embracing a love of growing houseplants during the pandemic and now sharing the joy of growing these amazing plants with their customer and on social media.You will hear the emotion and passion as we chat with them about these amazing plants and their story.Are you a houseplant-growing geek already? If not - after this podcast, yo...
2023-12-11
1h 00
Growing Up Podcast
Growing Food to Save Money? We talk about this taboo subject.
Send us a textGrowing food to save money? Is it possible? Can you truly be self-sufficient, growing food in a front garden? This week we take a deep breath and dive deeply into the subject of growing food to save money. We didn't think that this would be particularly controversial but it turns out that our messaging around this subject on social media has caused a very, very strong reaction.We talk a little bit about why this might be the case and how much we have loved grow...
2023-12-04
40 min
Growing Up Podcast
Tales of a Head Gardener - Meet Daniel Cartwright of Winterbourne House and Gardens
Send us a textWe all sometimes feel that we are the head gardener of our corner of planet earth but today we talk to Daniel Cartwright, who is genuinely the Head Gardener at Winterbourne House and Gardens in Birmingham. We chat honestly about the challenges and opportunities in designing, curating and maintaining a heritage site. We talk honestly about the importance of bringing a new generation into the horticultural industry and describe the amazing space that is Winterbourne House and Gardens. You will love listening to the passion and energy of "One Tak...
2023-11-27
1h 03
Growing Up Podcast
Gardening seasons, wellbeing and the perils of hosting a podcast with your mum.
Send us a textSomething a little bit different, this week Kate was unable to join us on the Growing Up Podcast so I was joined by Thersa (Mum!). What we actually recorded was 45 minutes of giggles, and chat about the nature of seasons and why gardening for well-being is really serious and vitally important.This week we talk very honestly about the link between the gardening seasons and the ebb and flow of life. How it's so important to embrace a little "autumnal mentality" sometimes both in the garden and in daily life.Be...
2023-11-20
42 min
Growing Up Podcast
The One with all the Herbs......
Send us a textWhy has it taken us so long to record an episode about the beautiful herb plants that have defined the last decade of our lives? Grab yourselves a drink, sit back, and join us as we chat about our favourite herb plants.Herbs are beautiful plants that you can plant in your allotment, garden or grow indoors, but the truth is that these plants have the power to really transform your food and your mood, and are the perfect 'gateway plants'. They make you fall in love with growing things, they ex...
2023-11-13
42 min
Growing Up Podcast
James Wong on ethnobotany and why plants REALLY matter.
Send us a textWe are joined on the Growing Up Podcast by James Wong, Ethnobotanist, presenter, and author of the amazing series 'Grow Your Own Drugs'. He is also a current panelist on the BBC Radio 4 programme, Gardeners' Question Time. We chat to James about his story but fundamentally why plants matter, the provable benefits that they bring, and whether growing potatoes if stranded on the surface of the planet Mars is a good idea.We know that you are going to enjoy this chat!The Growing Up Podcast is p...
2023-11-06
53 min
Growing Up Podcast
Dig for Victory: We travel back in time.....
Send us a textIn this week's podcast, we travel back in time to 1940s Britain and explore the Dig for Victory Campaign. We talk about the realities of growing food during wartime and explore the impact that this had both economically, practically but also emotionally.This week we introduce special guests Potaoe Pete and Doctor Carrot. Listen to the podcast to become acquainted with these wartime characters.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a po...
2023-10-30
45 min
Growing Up Podcast
Bring on the Tomato Revolution. Tomatoes and Star Wars.
Send us a textIn this week's episode, we talk to Lance from Tomato Revolution. You will love hearing Lance's incredible passion for growing tomatoes, it's truly incredible. Join us as we go down a very geeky horticultural rabbit hole and learn about unusual heirloom varieties of tomato, the process of developing new varieties of tomato, and the link between tomatoes and Star Wars. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the qua...
2023-10-23
47 min
Growing Up Podcast
Autumn: Is the gardening season over?
Send us a textThis week Andy and Kate talk in depth about the autumn gardening season. We discuss why the autumn garden is so special but also vitally important as we look ahead to the seasons that follow.We talk about seeds to sow, gardening jobs to complete, the dangers of autumnal DIY and why having snacks are vital as you record an autumn gardening podcast.Did you enjoy our podcast? We don't have a sponsor at the moment but love recording these pods and sharing the joy of growing wi...
2023-10-16
39 min
Growing Up Podcast
Andy's Story
Send us a textAndy started the company that became Urban Herbs back in 2009 purely as an experiment - a short term project to pay off his tuition fees. Little did he know that he was going down a horticultural rabbit hole that would shape the next decade of his life.He feel in love with the unusual foodie sensory and culinary herb plants that he promotes and sells today and published the Herb Gardening Handbook in 2023. Now he is on a mission to share the joy of growing with everyone and is t...
2023-10-09
42 min
Growing Up Podcast
Kate's Story
Send us a textIn this week's episode, we introduce one of our hosts. This is Kate's story.Kate doesn't come from a traditional horticultural background. She brings with her a decade of major events experience having worked at various community arts projects and as an event manager at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.Kate's married to Andy and they run Urban Herbs together. In 2023 Kate became a full-time employee at Urban Herbs. Her route into horticulture is certainly not a traditional one and in this episode, we explore Kate's journey toward falling love with...
2023-10-01
51 min
Growing Up Podcast
Introducing: Growing Up Podcast
Send us a textThe start of the journey as we grow together. Meet your hosts of the Growing Up Podcast.For those who love to grow, who are happiest in the garden, allotment or greenhouse. Hosted by Andy and Kate, a green-fingered couple who love growing, and are on a mission to share the joy of all things plant-related. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that...
2023-09-28
23 min