Tales From The Potting Bench
By Adam Kirtland
Flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, herbs and more - it’s bound to be covered. On your commute, or in the garden of your choosing - we’ll be here to keep your ears busy.
Tales From The Potting BenchMay 30, 2023
Ramona Jones - Living In A World Inspired by Beatrix Potter...
Ramona Jones - Living In A World Inspired by Beatrix Potter...
- Hello and welcome back to a brand new season - we’re back for a whopping fifth season of the podcast with new guests and brand new stories and conversations with some people you will definitely know, and some people you’ll come to know
- In this week’s episode I’m joined by someone with one of the most beautiful Instagram pages I’ve ever seen. Firmly routed in the ‘cottage core’ niche online (more on what that means later) this account and the person behind it, is bound to inspire you and your garden in the future. I am, of course, talking about Ramona Jones, otherwise known on Instagram as @monalogue. Ramona talks to me here about her world of flowers, plants and cottages and also how her Autism lead her to an appearance on Gardener’s World….enjoy!
- 💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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Jenny Williams - Creating 'The Laundry Garden'
Jenny Williams - Creating 'The Laundry Garden'
- Hello and welcome back to a brand new season - we’re back for a whopping fifth season of the podcast with new guests and brand new stories and conversations with some people you will definitely know, and some people you’ll come to know
- In this episode I’m joined by someone that I’m sure you’ll all know from their insanely gorgeous garden, that you’ll have seen on Instagram AND Gardener’s World. This walled garden is one of the most Instagramable green spaces that I’ve ever had the luck of being in and staying at. I am of course talking about The Laundry Garden and this week I’m joined by one half of the couple behind it, Jenny Williams. We of course discuss the origins of the garden, the hard work put into bringing it to where it is now and much more – enjoy!
- If you’d like to see the garden for yourself online then do check them out on Instagram at @thelaundrygarden and also if you’d like to stay there then take a look at www.thelaundryretreatnorthwales.co.uk
- 💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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Kim Stoddart - How Climate Change is Effecting Our WHOLE Garden
Kim Stoddart - How Climate Change is Effecting Our WHOLE Garden
- Hello and welcome back to a brand new season - we’re back for a whopping fifth season of the podcast with new guests and brand new stories and conversations with some people you will definitely know, and some people you’ll come to know
- In this episode I’m joined by the wonderful Kim Stoddart. Kim is an award winning environmental journalist, editor, speaker, write and climate change savvy garden designer, not to mention that shes an author too. When it comes to how the environment impacts on our garden, then Kim is one of the leading voices and experts in that field. In this conversation we open up the debate about what we can expect from climate change and how that truly will affect our changing garden landscape – this is a thought provoking episode for sure!
- If you’d like to find out more about Kim then you can follow her on Instagram at @kim_stoddart and be sure to see which courses she has on offer, by looking at greenrocketcourses.com. And do make sure to check out Kim's book too, The Climate Change Garden, by clicking here.
- 💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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Gil Melham - Plants....aplenty! And some huge news...
Gil Melham - Plants....aplenty!
- Hello and welcome back to a brand new season - we’re back for a whopping fifth season of the podcast with new guests and brand new stories and conversations with some people you will definitely know, and some people you’ll come to know
- This episode features something....a little different as I'm in conversation with someone that you may well not have heard of, yet! Gil Melham is the managing director of a company called Aplanty House Ltd. Aplanty specialise in demystifying houseplants and reclaiming the title of 'rare' when it comes to varieties and species. This is a really eye opening conversation about the houseplant and one that I hope you'll enjoy. Also, we've got some HUGE news too...but you'll have to listen to find out what that is!
- Do give Aplanty a follow over on Instagram @aplantyhouse and also Gil, where you can find here at @gil_melham.
- 💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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Arthur Parkinson - Gardening, Hens, Bees and Flamingos?
Arthur Parkinson - Gardening, Hens, Bees and Flamingos?
- Hello and welcome back to a brand new season - we’re back for a whopping fifth season of the podcast with new guests and brand new stories and conversations with some people you will definitely know, and some people you’ll come to know
- Now we’re kicking this season off with a huge guest and someone I’ve wanted to talk to since the podcast first began. This week I’m joined by writer and gardener and someone who describes their Instagram page as being full of gardening, hens, bees and flamingos, the wonderful Arthur Parkinson. In this extra special, longer episode, we discuss Arthur’s introduction to gardening, his unique approach and how his style is completely changing as everything around us also changes. And, we discuss Arthur’s upcoming new book!
- If you'd like to pre-order Arthur's upcoming book 'Planting A Paradise' then you can do that by clicking here. The book is due to be released on 12th October 2023 and is bound to be full of all of the wonderful things that Arthur discussed with me in this episode.
- Don't forget, you can find Arthur on Instagram @arthurparkinson_ for all of that Gardening, Hens, Bees and Flamingos goodness.
- 💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 30th August 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 30th August 2023
- 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features two new dahlias, a handy tip for growing salvias and another brand new plant in the garden. Plus a little dahlias quandary that I wonder if you've had too?
- 🍀 Each week I bring you a snapshot of what's going on here - complete with gardening advice, tips, trick and hints - all useful for all levels of gardener!
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 23rd August 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 23rd August 2023 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features some of the most amazing tomatoes, a pepper update (both chili and sweet), a favourite little purchase from the garden centre and a smart hack for keeping your borders full... 🍀 Each week I bring you a snapshot of what's going on here - complete with gardening advice, tips, trick and hints - all useful for all levels of gardener! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Links ☕ Join my Patreon: Click Here 💻 My Website: Visit Here 📩 Email Me: Here!
The Potting Bench Diaries - 16th August 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 9th August 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features some beautiful flowers, tough decisions and ripping plants out...for the greater good, I might add. So make yourself a cuppa (or something stronger) and sit down for a listen.
🍀 Each week I bring you a snapshot of what's going on here - complete with gardening advice, tips, trick and hints - all useful for all levels of gardener!
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 9th August 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 9th August 2023 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features some of the most stunning dahlias I've ever grown and something black....not a dahlia though! You'll have to listen along to see what that is AND make sure you head to my website to see all the pictures too (link is at the bottom of these notes). So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Complete with gardening advice, tips, trick and hints - all useful for all levels of garden! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Links ☕ Join my Patreon: Click Here 💻 My Website: Visit Here 📩 Email Me: Here!
The Potting Bench Diaries - 2nd August 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries is all about dahlias, entirely dedicated to those stunning flowers we all know and love. You'll want to check out the written version of this too, to see all the pictures (see that here on my website).
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Complete with gardening advice, tips, trick and hints - all useful for all levels of garden!
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 19th July 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 19thJuly 2023 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features the first dahlias of the year, yet more gap filler ideas for you to try at home and much more! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Complete with gardening advice, tips, trick and hints - all useful for all levels of garden!
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 5th July 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 5th July 2023 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features strawberries, garlic and my favourite colour in the garden (possibly!). So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Links
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 28th June 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 28th June 2023 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features the emerging foxgloves, the first of (hopefully) many of a particular new bloom AND finally the garlic comes up?? So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Links
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 20th June 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries features a new geranium, a dilemma (help!) and a garlic update!!
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Alan Titchmarsh at Gardener's World Live!
Alan Titchmarsh at Gardener's World Live!
Welcome to a very special bonus edition of the podcast! This episode features a conversation with former Gardener's World presenter and legendary plantsman, Alan Titchmarsh. We discuss this year's BBC Gardener's World Live show at the NEC in Birmingham along with lots more! You can follow me on Instagram for more gardening goodness at @viewfromthepottingbench. And don't forget to sign up for my newsletter to find out what else I'm up to! 💐 Latest Diary Entry: Listen Here 📚 Latest Book Review: Read Here 💻 My Website: Visit Here ☕ Support The Podcast: Click Here 📩 Email Me: Here!
The Potting Bench Diaries - 14th June 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 14th June 2023
- 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries is all about what I'm growing with my dahlias and a mini fruit & veg update, enjoy!
- So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 7th June 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 31st May 2023
- 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries is all about the big plant out! Finally its time to empty the greenhouse!
- So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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James from Plant Surge - Harnessing the Power of Lightning
James from Plant Surge - Harnessing the Power of Lightning
Now usually you’d hear me talking to a gardener, a houseplant expert or someone else directly linked to the plant world. However, this time is a little different. Because, in this conversation I’m joined by someone from a company that I use and love and I think you’ll also enjoy too. This is our chance to discuss their products and tell you exactly why they’re worth talking about.
- In this episode I’m joined by James from a company called Plant Surge. Plant Surge have created something that I think, is taking the gardening world by storm. But, we think it needs some explanation!
- Now, you may have seen PlantSurge on Instagram or at various flower shows over the last few years but not fully understand their product. Their device is set to revolutionise the gardening industry and this is mine and James’ chance to explain just how that’s going to happen. This is one that you need to hear to believe….!
- Now you’ve listened you’ll be wanting to get your own. Luckily I’ve got an exclusive discount code for you to buy your very own to give your plants a boost! You can use the code ADAM10 on plantsurge.co.uk to get 10% off AND Free Postage!
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 31st May 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 31st May 2023
- 🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries is all things finally kicking into life, the VERY last of the tulips and the launch of something rather special...
- So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Charlie from Leon Boots - Why These are Boots are Different!
Charlie from Leon Boots - Why These are Boots are Different!
Now usually you’d hear me talking to a gardener, a houseplant expert or someone else directly linked to the plant world. However, this time is a little different. Because, in this conversation I’m joined by someone from a company that I use and love and I think you’ll also enjoy too. This is our chance to discuss their products and tell you exactly why they’re worth talking about.
- In this episode I’m joined by Charlie from a company called Leon Boots. Leon make a wide range of boots of all sorts of styles and colours and we talk about just why Leon Boots are different from all the others!
- Now I already know that lots of you have bought a pair since you saw them on my Instagram page but if you haven’t then you can use my exclusive code POT20 to get 20% off your own pair from lbcboots.com
- I cant tell you just how light, comfortable and durable these are and I hope you love yours as much as I love mine!
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Alice Vincent - 'How Gardening Creeps in When We're Least Expecting It'
Alice Vincent - 'How Gardening Creeps in When We're Least Expecting It'
- This episode features a conversation gardener, writer and author, the sensational Alice Vincent. Alice began her career with music journalism, before making a gear shift towards gardening and in this conversation we discuss exactly why that happened…enjoy!
- Alice’s latest book ‘Why Women Grow’ is out now from Canongate Books and is available in all good bookshops or online. You can find Alice on Instagram @noughticulture or on twitter at @alice_emily
- This is technically the last episode of the current season, but join me again soon for a couple of bonus episode with people from some companies that I think you’ll enjoy as much as I do…more on that soon! Until then, you can follow me on Instagram at @viewfromthepottingbench to see what I’m upto in my garden or visit viewfromthepottingbench.com to read my blog and much more
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Adam Frost and Arit Anderson at RHS Malvern Spring Festival
Adam Frost and Arit Anderson
Welcome to a very special bonus edition of the podcast! This episode features conversations with Gardener's World presenters Adam Frost and Arit Anderson at this years' RHS Malvern Spring Festival. We talk all about the festival itself and what else they both might be upto this year! 💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site. You can follow me on Instagram for more gardening goodness at @viewfromthepottingbench. And don't forget to sign up for my newsletter to find out what else I'm up to! 🎧 Danny Clarke 'The Black Gardener: Listen Here 💐 Latest Diary Entry: Listen Here 📚 Latest Book Review: Read Here 💻 My Website: Visit Here ☕ Support The Podcast: Click Here 📩 Email Me: Here!
The Potting Bench Diaries - 17th May 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 17th May 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries is all about BIG things happening, both with me and with the garden. Big changes and its all very exciting! Listen now to see what I'm doing with my dahlias and much more.
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Danny Clarke - 'The Black Gardener'
This episode features a conversation with garden designer and presenter, Danny Clarke otherwise known as The Black Gardener. Danny is perhaps best known as part of the team on Alan Titchmarsh’s Love Your Garden as well as appearances on This Morning and Channel 5’s Filthy Garden SOS. We talk here about how all of this began, including how Danny’s mentor helped to inspire his love of being connected with ature...enjoy!
If you’d like to see more from Danny then you can follow him on Instagram @theblackgardener or on Twitter @theblkgardener. Or you can find out more on his website theblackgardener.co.uk
💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 10th May 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 10th May 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the garden diaries is shifting the attention to fruit and veggies! While we don't have acres of space, we cram a lot in including some edibles - listen now to hear what we're growing and how well (or not!) its doing.
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Patrick Vernuccio - The Frenchie Gardener!
Patrick Vernuccio - The Frenchie Gardener!
This episode features a conversation gardener and content creator Patrick Vernuccio, perhaps known better to us as The Frenchie Gardener. Patrick talks in depth here about how he grows so much in such a small terrace space on his balcony in perhaps surprisingly, Berlin (not France). It took Patrick until he was 36 to plant his first seed….enjoy!
You can find Patrick on Instagram and TikTok @thefrenchiegardener and also on YouTube under the same name.
💜 This episode is sponsored by Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 3rd May 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 3rd May 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the podcast is all about maintaining a full garden, year round (or that's the plan anyway!). I tell you exactly how I do this and how I manage keeping on top of planting out and keeping things moving along. I also talk about slow growing dahlias and what to do if yours are taking their time to get going...
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Andrew Timothy O'Brien - Hands In The Dirt!
Andrew Timothy O'Brien - Hands In The Dirt!
This episode features a conversation with gardener, garden coach, writer and fellow podcaster – Andrew Timothy O’Brien. Andrew aims to help others to enjoy their gardens for more than just their physical appearance. Listen now to hear all about Andrew’s new book and so much more.
Andrew’s book ‘To Stand and Stare' is out now from DK Books and is available online and in all good bookshops. And, you can find Andrew on Instagram @andrewtimothyob or on twitter under the same handle
💜 This episode is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 26th April 2023 (with Farmer Gracy)
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 26th April 2023
🌷 This week's edition of the podcast is brought to you in association with Farmer Gracy! This episode gave me a chance to compile some of my favourite varieties from Farmer Gracy this year as well as some top tulip tips to grow the best blooms you can .
👉🏻 Do make sure to check out farmergracy.co.uk for fantastic plants right across the year.
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Emma Jo Real-Davies - Gardener, Presenter and Instagram Legend!
Emma Jo Real-Davies - Gardening, Instagram and beyond!
This episode features a conversation with Instagram STAR, radio presenter and QVC gardening expert – Emma Jo Real Davies! You’ll know Emma from her hilarious Instagram page and all sorts of other things and you’ll be glad to know this conversation is just as mad as you’d expect it to be – enjoy!
You can find Emma on Instagram @emjorealdavies and you can see her on QVC presenting her own show ‘Emma’s Cottage Garden’, on Thursdays at 5pm.
💜 This episode is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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Bonus Episode: A preview for the RHS Malvern Spring Festival!
Bonus Episode: A preview for the RHS Malvern Spring Festival!
Hello and welcome back to Tales From The Potting Bench, bringing you a surprise bonus episode.
This episode is something a little different as I'm joined by Show Lead of the RHS Malvern Spring Festival, Kate Dufton as well as episode contributors Tom Leonard otherwise know as the Drag Queen Gardener, Ben Newell perhaps known better as Worcester Terrariums and garden designer Emily Crowley-Wroe. We'll be finding out what they're all doing at this year's spring festival and from Kate about what else we can expect from the show!
And don't forget, I'll be there too - on the Thursday and Friday, showing you what you can create in your garden with just a wooden pallet and a few tools!
To get your tickets to the show visit www.rhsmalvern.co.uk now before they sell out!
If you'd like to find out more about the show or any of the contributors then you'll find all of their Instagram accounts below:
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 19th April 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 19th April 2023
In the garden this week; I'm actually celebrating....? Also I reveal, possibly my favourite tulip of 2023...don't miss this!
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Jane Perrone - Houseplant Royalty!
Jane Perrone - Houseplant Royalty!
This episode features a conversation with true houseplant royalty, Jane Perrone. Jane's career ranges from gardening editor for The Guardian to present day as a podcaster, writer and author of two books. We discuss all of that and much more in this conversation!
Jane’s new book ‘Legends Of The Lead’ is out on 27thApril and you can order your copy now via this link. You can also check out all other things Jane Perrone including her podcast and newsletter, by visiting janeperrone.com. You can also find Jane on Instagram where you can find her at @j.l.perrone
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Garden Book Review - 'The Seasoned Gardener' by Liz Zorab
Garden Book Review - 'The Seasoned Gardener' by Liz Zorab
Hello and welcome to another garden book review '...from the Potting Bench' brought to you by the Tales From The Potting Bench podcast.
This time we turn focus to 'The Seasoned Gardener' by Liz Zorab. If you're looking for a book to help and encourage you to grow, in a friendly and realistic manner, then The Seasoned Gardener will do just that in spades (pun, ashamedly, intended). Complete with photos from Liz's own time on the farm, this is a book suitable for anyone, no matter where they are on their self-sufficiency dream.
Do make sure to check out Liz's Instagram and while you're at it, spend some time on Liz's YouTube channel too, here.
'The Seasoned Gardener' is out now from Permanent Publications and you can get you copy directly from Liz's website here.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 12th April 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 12th April 2023
In the garden this week; I'm showing you the bulbs, corms and seedlings!
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Liz Zorab - The Seasoned Gardener
Liz Zorab - The Seasoned Gardener
This episode features a conversation gardener, content creator, author and all round good egg – Liz Zorab of Byther Farm. Liz talks to me about the challenges of moving to a new site and the challenges of creating a farm half way up a hill (or mountain!). We also talk about seasonal harvests and how Liz is managing to grow upto 80% of the food that they consume at the farm….enjoy!
Liz’s new book ‘The Seasoned Gardener’ is out on 17th April and you can order your copy now via Liz’s website (https://bytherfarm.com/books/) or at your local bookshop.
Do give Liz a follow on Instagram where you can find her at @liz_zorab_byther_farm and look out for her on YouTube where you can find her by clicking here.
💜 This episode is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 and don't forget to use code POTTINGBENCH on plantgrow.co.uk for 10% everything on their site.
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Garden Book Review - 'Not Another Jungle' by Tony Le-Britton
Garden Book Review - 'Not Another Jungle' by Tony Le-Britton
Hello and welcome to another garden book review '...from the Potting Bench' brought to you by the Tales From The Potting Bench podcast.
This time we turn focus to ‘Not Another Jungle' by Tony Le-Britton. This is a book filled with pure houseplant goodness! Advice, tips, information and the most stunning photography - it has everything you could want from a houseplant book. All backed up by Tony's own experience and time spent with his own collection over the years.
Do make sure to check out Tony's Instagram and while you're there, takes a look at photographer, Jason Ingram's page too, here.
'Not Another Jungle' is out now from DK Books and you can get you copy from all good bookshops now.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 5th April 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 5th April 2023
In the garden this week; I'm showing you something new, something old, something saved and something slimy....
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Tony Le-Britton - Not Another Jungle??
This week’s episode is one that you’re all going to love as I’m joined by houseplant fanatic and creator of ‘Not Another Jungle’ Tony Le Britton. Tony is an absolute start of the houseplant world and what he's achieved over the last few years is nothing short of amazing. In this conversation we talk all about his Instagram page, his shop, his new book and not forgetting the all important question, which plant would he take to a desert island…enjoy!
Tony’s book ‘Not Another Jungle’ is out this week from DK books and is available from all good bookshops and online. And don’t forget, you can find Tony on Instagram @notanotherjungle
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 29th March 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 29th March 2023
In the garden this week; I'm taking you on a tour of what's inside our greenhouse! Its only small but I've managed to cram a lot of plants and seedlings inside it. Some
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Lee Burkhill - Garden Ninja's Assemble!
Lee Burkhill - Garden Ninja's Assemble!
This episode features a conversation with garden designer and TV presenter, Lee Burkhill. Lee, or Garden Ninja Lee, as you may know him better as has been gracing our screens for the past few years on shows such as BBC1’s Garden Rescue, alongside the wonderful Charlie Dimmock. We talk here about breaking the norms or what gardening is and how the Garden Ninja monicker came to be….enjoy!
You can find Lee on Instagram @garden_ninja_lee and you can also watch Lee’s videos on YouTube where you’ll find his page here.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 22nd March 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 22nd March 2023
In the garden this week; I'm talking about the fact that its officially spring (celebration!!), Chillies, Tomatoes, Sweet Peas and Hydrangeas. And also, the episodes features a huge mistake...can you spot it?
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Ann-Marie Powell - Creating a Real Garden...
Ann-Marie Powell - Creating a Real Garden...
This episode features a conversation with the incredible Ann-Marie Powell. Ann-Marie is a garden designer, writer and occasional presenter and the creator of My Real Gardens on Instagram. She’s created high end designs and gardens all over the world and her energy and sheer passion are beyond infectious. This conversation takes us through Ann-Marie’s career but also her life before horticulture too, including her raving days…enjoy!!
If you’d like to find out more from Ann-Marie then you can follow her on Instagram @myrealgarden. To see more from the Ann-Marie Powell Gardens design practice then you can visit ann-mariepowell.com
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Garden Book Review - 'Ranunculus' by Naomi Slade
Garden Book Review - 'Ranunculus' by Naomi Slade
Hello and welcome to another garden book review '...from the Potting Bench' brought to you by the Tales From The Potting Bench podcast.
This time we turn focus to ‘Ranunculus’ by Naomi Slade. This book aside from anything else, is a pure daydream of a journey through the stunning buttercup family of plants. Naomi expertly crafts a book that not only informs, but there really is also a narrative that runs through each of the species and cultivars on display through its 200 odd pages - along with beautiful photography from Georgianna Lane.
Do make sure to check out Naomi's Instagram and Twitter and also Georgianna's Instagram and Twitter too.
'Ranunculus' is out now from Pavilion Books and you can order your copy directly from Naomi's website, here.
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 15th March 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 15th March 2023
In the garden this week; I'm talking about the impact of the snow, what's going on with the (early) tulips, how the chillies are doing and something new to the garden for this year...you'll have to listen to find out what that is!
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Naomi Slade - For The Love Of Plants!
Naomi Slade - For The Love Of Plants!
This week’s episode is with garden expert, writer and garden designer – Naomi Slade. Naomi is widely recognised from her hugely successful series of garden books and from magazines such as Garden News. Naomi joined me to discuss, among other things, her latest book, Ranunculus.
Naomi's book ‘Ranunculus’ is out now from Pavillion Books and is available online and in all good bookshops, click here to find out more about the book. You can find out more about Naomi on her website naomislade.com or by following her on Instagram at @naomisladegardening or on Twitter @naomislade
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 8th March 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 8th March 2023
This week's episode celebrates new things in the garden! I'm also potting up some bare roots, and explaining how you can do yours too - and getting the dahlias started. I'm also letting you know what else is growing in our greenhouse...
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Miranda Janantka - From Kew to Gardener's World
Miranda Janatka - From Kew to Gardener's World
This episode features a conversation with Senior Content Creator at Gardener’s World Magazine, Miranda Janatka. Miranda’s career started at Kew for a number of years before moving across to Gardener’s World, but she wasn’t always on a path to a life in horticulture…
Miranda’s book ‘A Flower A Day’ is out now from Batsford Books and is available online and in all good bookshops, click here to find out more about the book. You can find Miranda on Instagram @miranda.janatka or on twitter at @miranda_J
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The Potting Bench Diaries - 1st March 2023
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 1st March 2023
This week's episode is focus on alternatives and using things outside of the norm! I've made a bit of a pledge to try and buy small in 2023 and support even more small businesses where I can and I've got some suggestions for you in this episode, enjoy!
So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! If you'd prefer, then you can also read this diary entry on my website viewfromthepottingbench.com
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Ben Cross - British Flowers Rock (Back For More)
Ben Cross - British Flowers Rock (Back For More)
This episode features a first ever for the podcast – as I’m joined for the first time, by a returning guest in their second appearance. Join me as I talk to Ben Cross, from Crosslands Flower Nursery – otherwise known online as Alstroemeria Ben. Ben spoke to me way back in season 1 about his British Flowers Rock campaign, and he joins me now for an update.
Do follow Ben on Instagram and Twitter where you can find him on both @alstroemeriaben. You can order your own Alstroemeria from Crosslands directly by getting in touch with Ben on his socials.
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