Episode 6: Lessons in life, business and finding joy from a microgreens grower
In this episode, I got to chat with the lovely Cassandra Collins from Taw Valley Microgreens about her career change from the corporate world to being a yoga instructor come microgreens grower. We chatted all things life, finding your purpose and overcoming challenges, along with a whole lot about the magical world of growing/eating microgreens. Cass is such a joy to be around and I hope this episode will fill you with inspiration and motivation to get growing!Find more from Cassandra Collins and Taw Valley Microgreens:https://www.instagram.com/tawvalleymicrogreens/https://tawvalleymicrogreens.uk/https://www.facebook.com/cassandra.collins.1650/This season is sponsored by the wonderful Feverfew Gardening Co. who sell the most aesthetically pleasing AND utterly practical gardening gloves for women, alongside other treats like t-shirts, boonie hats and gorgeous gifts for gardeners. I have worn these gloves everyday in the garden since I got my first pair in 2022 and gloves for gals really don't get any better than these. If you want to get your hands on a pair of the best gloves going, use code LADYGARDENER15 for 15% off! Happy shopping, listening and growing!Find out more about the Feverfew Gardening Co. https://feverfewgarden.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/feverfewgarden.co/https://www.facebook.com/feverfewgardenco/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to grow a garden in pots with @harrietrycroft
In this episode, I got to chat with the lovely Harriet Rycroft, Ex-Head Gardener at Whichford Pottery, now free-range gardener, speaker and writer. Having dedicated much of her life to growing incredible displays in pots from grand country houses to RHS flower shows and in her own piece of heaven at home, Harriet has so much to share for those looking to get the most out of their potted displays, and the message to simply give things a go without the worry of failure. Find more from Harriet Rycroft:https://harrietrycroft.com/https://www.instagram.com/harrietrycroft/This season is sponsored by the wonderful Feverfew Gardening Co. who sell the most aesthetically pleasing AND utterly practical gardening gloves for women, alongside other treats like t-shirts, boonie hats and gorgeous gifts for gardeners. I have worn these gloves everyday in the garden since I got my first pair in 2022 and gloves for gals really don't get any better than these. If you want to get your hands on a pair of the best gloves going, use code LADYGARDENER15 for 15% off! Happy shopping, listening and growing!Find out more about the Feverfew Gardening Co. https://feverfewgarden.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/feverfewgarden.co/https://www.facebook.com/feverfewgardenco/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Creating community in the garden with @devon_dig_and_donate
In this episode, I had a returning guest, Rhiannon from @devonandearth. In our last episode together, where we met IRL a couple of years ago, Rhiannon shared her dreams of starting a community gardening project designed to help food banks provide fresh produce to people in need across Devon and she is now living that dream with Devon Dig and Donate, a fantastic initiative which is now in its first year and already doing incredible things. I'm so proud of Rhiannon's progress and always feel so energised after chatting with her so I hope you love listening to this one as much as I enjoyed recording! Find more from Rhiannon and Devon Dig and Donate:https://www.devondiganddonate.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/devon_dig_and_donate/https://www.instagram.com/devonandearth/?hl=enThis season is sponsored by the wonderful Feverfew Gardening Co. who sell the most aesthetically pleasing AND utterly practical gardening gloves for women, alongside other treats like t-shirts, boonie hats and gorgeous gifts for gardeners. I have worn these gloves everyday in the garden since I got my first pair in 2022 and gloves for gals really don't get any better than these. If you want to get your hands on a pair of the best gloves going, use code LADYGARDENER15 for 15% off! Happy shopping, listening and growing!Find out more about the Feverfew Gardening Co. https://feverfewgarden.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/feverfewgarden.co/https://www.facebook.com/feverfewgardenco/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The power of community gardening with Lara from Skool Beanz CIC
In this episode, I got to chat to the lovely Lara Honnor, Founder of Skools Beanz CIC about the highs and lows of life and gardening. From a life-changing diagnosis to growing her own gardening community near Yeovil, Somerset, Lara opened up about her experiences with therapeutic horticulture and the past, present and future of Skool Beanz. Having seen Lara speak on Charles Dowding's Future Gardeners Forum, I knew she was going to be a fantastic guest and she certainly did not disappoint! Find more from Lara and Skool Beanz CIC:https://www.instagram.com/skoolbeanz/https://www.skoolbeanzcic.com/https://bookwhen.com/skoolbeanzcichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsUCqiffDR4This season is sponsored by the wonderful Feverfew Gardening Co. who sell the most aesthetically pleasing AND utterly practical gardening gloves for women, alongside other treats like t-shirts, boonie hats and gorgeous gifts for gardeners. I have worn these gloves everyday in the garden since I got my first pair in 2022 and gloves for gals really don't get any better than these. If you want to get your hands on a pair of the best gloves going, use code LADYGARDENER15 for 15% off! Happy shopping, listening and growing!Find out more about the Feverfew Gardening Co. https://feverfewgarden.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/feverfewgarden.co/https://www.facebook.com/feverfewgardenco/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Wilding your garden with @Isabella.tree
In this episode, inspirational author and conservationist Isabella Tree shares an array of tips and tricks for wilding your own space at home, no matter how big or small your garden. With more than 20 years of experience on a pioneering conservation project of her own at Knepp, documented in the book and film, Wilding, Isabella has recently launched her new title, The Book of Wildling, and opened up Knepp for tours with the incredible people working to bring the space back to life. Find more from Isabella Tree and Knepp:https://www.isabellatree.com/https://knepp.co.uk/https://www.isabellatree.com/bookshttps://www.instagram.com/isabella.tree/This season is sponsored by the wonderful Feverfew Gardening Co. who sell the most aesthetically pleasing AND utterly practical gardening gloves for women, alongside other treats like t-shirts, boonie hats and gorgeous gifts for gardeners. I have worn these gloves everyday in the garden since I got my first pair in 2022 and gloves for gals really don't get any better than these. If you want to get your hands on a pair of the best gloves going, use code LADYGARDENER15 for 15% off! Happy shopping, listening and growing!Find out more about the Feverfew Gardening Co. https://feverfewgarden.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/feverfewgarden.co/https://www.facebook.com/feverfewgardenco/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by Shannon, otherwise known as accidental allotmenteer @DiaryOfALadyGardener, get ready to listen to some of your favourite IG gardeners to tell their growing story. From allotments and new build gardens to flower farms and microgreens, it doesn't matter how much space you have to play with, this gardening podcast will inspire you in so many ways. We'll be chatting about their history, what they're excited about this year, any challenges they face and, I'll be getting them to share their top tips for all things from raising chickens to growing luffas and growing your own wedding flowers! It's the podcast featuring all your planty dreams! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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