Best Ali Soper and Jen Anderson Podcasts (2025)

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Dead Soil in Pots: Can You Bring It Back to Life? 31:18

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Season 3 Episode 9 00:05 – Intro 00:42 – Herbal Tea of the Week: Yarrow Leaf Tea 02:22 – Glossary Word: Umbelliferous (umbrella-shaped flower head) 04:52 – Microclimate: Late-spring cues & what’s flowering/fruiting 07:11 – Foraging Guide 10:33 – Moon Calendar 12:52 – Reviving Tired Potting Mix 20:26 – Dishes with Del: Oregano – chimichurri, salsa v…

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Parsnips: Tough, Sweet and Slow to Germinate… But Worth the Wait? 40:58

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Season 3 Episode 8- Parsnips 00:00 – Intro 00:52 – Herbal Tea of the Week: Lemonbalm 04:30 – Phenology 06:55 – Moon Calendar: • Cultivate phase until 21st • 22nd onward: Sowing & planting 13:09 – Vegetable of the Week: Parsnip 23:38 – Perennial Pick: Chives 26:38 – Dishes with Del: Homemade Boursin Cheese 30:48 – Microclimate 34:30 – Tip of the Wee…

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Rhubarb and Hügelkultur: A Reliable Perennial and a Resilient Bed System… Are They in Your Garden Yet? 32:36

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Season 3, Episode 7- Rhubarb, Hugelkultur & The Health of the Earth Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:18 – Herbal Tea of the Week: Rhubarb Tea — tart, refreshing, and surprisingly versatile 03:48 – Dishes with Del: Poached Rhubarb (absolutely divine) 07:10 – Vegetable of the Week: Rhubarb — how to grow it well, myths busted, and why it's such a g…

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Pumpkins: Compost, Heat, and Space… Are You Giving Them What They Need? 40:16

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Season 3 Episode 6- Pumpkins From mint in your teacup to pumpkins in your patch, Ali and Hannah guide you through what to plant, pick, and plan for this late-spring moon cycle. Time stamps 0.00 Intro 1.23 Mint Tea 2.08 Mint History, uses, varieties, how to grow and store 8.05 Dishes with Del- Mint Syrup, Mint Chutney. 10.00 Vegetable of the Week – …

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Spinach 36:02

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Season 3 Episode 5- Spinach Thank you for your lovely feedback, and suggestions for content - it's so good to know what you'd like to learn, or refresh in your memory. 00:09 Intro 00:35 Tea of the week: Nettle Tea 05:22 Phenology 07:43 Moon Phases 08:18 What to plant 08:59 Spring Rains 10:37 Vegetable of the week: Spinach 15:50 Spinach Dishes with …

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Potatoes 43:04

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Season 3 Episode 4- Potatoes This week we talk to Del, from Dishes with Del, our super chef with a bubbly 'can do' attitude to using up a glut of produce. Timestamps We begin with a nice cup of Sage leaf tea 3.50 Dishes with Del 6.33 Veg of the week - Potatoes 11.35 Crop Rotation 21.00 Phenology - Dandelion 24.05 Garden Tasks - Frost reminder - Wan…

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Blueberries and Raspberries 53:42

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Season 3 Episode 3- Blueberries and Raspberries In this episode, It's the October full-moon gardening phase — a perfect time to cultivate soil and sow root crops across all four NZ planting zones. You’ll learn what to plant now, how to get the best results in your region, and why this phase of the moon is ideal for “spoiling your soil.” Our Fruit o…

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Getting ready for Spring 31:05

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Season 3 Episode 2- Getting ready for Spring Spring has to be one of the four best seasons - and we’ve packed this episode with ideas to get you motivated in the garden. Hannah, my new co-host, has learned the ropes quickly, and I’m so grateful for her company, editing skills, and lively garden conversations. Today’s tea is Rosemary - known for its…

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Spring Equinox and a New Beginning 30:34

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Season 3 Episode 1- Spring Equinox & a New Beginning Episode Summary: Season 3 kicks off with a heartfelt farewell to Jen and a warm welcome to Hannah as our new co-host. We jump into spring gardening with cucumbers, kawakawa tea, and homemade fertiliser hacks using weed, manure, and compost teas. Plus, we explore the history behind The Apothecarie…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 28 15:56

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🎉🌿 New Episode Out Now! 🌿🎉 We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our latest giveaways! Congratulations to the winner of Foraging by Peter Langlands And congratulations to the winner of the Autumn Hamper from Kings Seeds! A huge thank you to Penguin Books and Kings Seeds for making these prizes possible. In this episode, we’re also sharing 12 fa…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 27 20:11

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🍂🎧 New Podcast Episode Out Now! 🎧🍂 Brew yourself a cup of Warming Autumn Spiced Tea and settle in! This week, we’re: Catching up on the week’s "to-do" list Sharing our top vegetable planting recommendations Starting the delightful winter task of planning your spring garden — using all those notes you jotted down in your garden diary! Take a moment …

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 26 30:04

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🌿 Let's Chat Gardens Over a Cup of Kawakawa Tea! 🌿 Join us for another exciting episode where we’re sipping on a fragrant Kawakawa tea blend Episode Highlights: Bulbs, Bulbs, Bulbs: Time to choose your spring colour scheme and plant them for a stunning display. Other Flower Seeds: We’ll share which flower seeds to sow right now for that vibrant gar…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 25 23:25

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🎧 New Episode Out Now! Sorry we’re a little late this week, but we’re back with another jam-packed episode of the podcast! 🙌 This week we’re talking all about: Cultivating and sowing root crops during the full moon phase The importance of sowing cover crops + why keeping your soil covered year-round is a game-changer for your garden A little chat o…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 24 26:57

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🎧 New Podcast Episode Out Now! 🌱 It's sowing and planting time, and we've got you covered with inspiration for your winter food garden Vegetable of the Week: Spaghetti Squash – a versatile, fun-to-grow staple for colder months! PLUS: We’re launching a brand new competition with our friends at Kings Seeds – tune in to find out how to enter! So pop y…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 23 28:59

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🌿🎙️ This Week’s Podcast! 🎙️🌿 Sowing & Planting Phase – It’s time to get Leafy Greens, Brassicas, Legumes, Lettuce, and Mizuna in the ground! Special Guest: Peter Langlands – Foraging guru & author of the new book Foraging. He joins us to chat about wild food and what you can forage in your area. A must-listen for gardeners & nature lovers! Support …

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 22 30:14

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🌿🎙️ Today's Podcast Episode! 🎙️🌿 Jen's verdict on today's cuppa? Not a fan! 😆 Chilli & Rosemary tea might not be making it into her regular brew! ☕🔥🌿 🌘 We're in the Barron phase until March 23rd – perfect for weeding, mulching, pruning, and garden maintenance. 🧑‍🌾✨ Then, get ready to plant root crops on the 24th & 25th! 🥕🧄 🌳 Plus, we’re diving into…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 21 19:12

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🌿🎙️ New Podcast Episode – Season 2, Episode 21! 🎙️🌿 Let’s prep the soil for the Root Crop Sowing Phase on 17th & 18th March! 🥕🌱 ✔️ Cut back your Artichoke – Almost to ground level, then mulch well ✂️ ✔️ Cucumber season is wrapping up – What a fabulous harvest! We chat about how cucumbers benefit your health 🥒💚 (We bet you'll plant even more next ye…

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Season 2 Autumn Episode 20 16:29

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🌿🎙️ New Podcast Episode Out Now! 🎙️🌿 📅 7th–12th March: Sowing & Planting Phase – We’re sharing some of the best vegetables to plant right now! 🌱 📅 13th–16th March: Cultivate the Soil – Remember, the No-Dig method is kinder to your soil biology! 🚜✨ ✔️ Weed, add compost & mulch ✔️ Aerate only if compacted (just a gentle fork wiggle will do!) 🌱 Chives…

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Autumn Season 2 Episode 19 20:39

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🌿🎙️ New Podcast Episode Out Now! 🎙️🌿 📅 2nd–12th March Sowing & Planting Guide – We’re breaking down the best vegetables to sow and plant right now! 🌱 🍵 Parsley Tea… or as Jen calls it, ‘Vegetable Soup’! 😆 (She likes it, though!) Add some celery seeds for extra tang! 🌿 All About Parsley – Where it came from, why it’s great, and how to use it in your…

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Summer Season 2 Episode 18 19:33

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🌿✨ New Podcast Episode! ✨🌿 This week, Ali takes a trip to her "Sopermarket" (aka her garden!) to harvest the abundance of food growing right now. 🍅🥕🥬 If you’re wondering what tasks to tackle this week, we’ve got you covered! 🍂 Get Autumn-Ready! What can you do now to set your garden up for success as the seasons shift? ✂️ Pruning Time! We chat abou…

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Summer Season 2 Episode 17 24:53

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🌱🎧 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🎧🌱 Get your garden ready for Root Crop Sowing with the latest episode of Your Garden Coach NZ podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into: 🥕 Root crops for this season – including top tips for sowing Carrots & Beetroot 🌱 🥔 Potato growing – perfecting those spud-growing skills! 🥔 🌸 A shout-out to the amazing Philippa at Waih…

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Summer Season 2 Episode 16 22:35

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🌱🌶 New Podcast Alert! 🎙️ It’s HOT out there, but we’re already thinking ahead to winter! 🥶 This week on the pod, we’re talking all about Sowing & Planting Winter Vegetables – yes, it’s time to get your garden ready for those hearty winter meals. 🥕🍠 We’ve got a list of the BEST varieties to plant now and some handy tips for your winter brassicas 🌿. …

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Summer Season 2 Episode 15 15:14

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This week is all about getting ahead with your next round of crops! Preparing for the next round of succession sowing and planting. Yes, it’s time to start thinking about those Winter crops—eek! 🥶 But, it’s not all smooth sailing... Ali ran into a little trouble this week with her buried Bokashi. Who do you think dug it up? 🕵️‍♀️ Composting season …

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Summer Season 2 Episode 14 19:01

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🌻 We're back! 🎙️ After a refreshing summer break spent soaking up the sun, tending to our gardens, and making memories by the lake, it’s time to jump back into podcasting! 🌊🌸 We’re trialing a new format that’s shorter, but don’t worry—we’re still bringing you weekly episodes! 🙌 We know you love hearing from us, and a monthly podcast just wasn't an …

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Spring Season 2 Episode 13 40:14

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🌿 Episode Highlights: 🍵 Tea of the Week: Chamomile—A soothing brew 🌿 🎉 Kings Seeds Winner: Congrats to @michellemcdee—this week’s lucky recipient of our Kings Seeds giveaway! 🌻 🌕 Gardening by the Moon: Keep your garden on track by aligning your tasks with the moon phases! Cultivate your soil in preparation for sowing and planting from 3rd December.…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 12 41:41

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A little late this time as we had a few technical difficulties. Not to worry - we sorted it. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🍵 Tea of the Week: Hawthorn flowers and leaf tips—Used in Chinese medicine for centuries to reduce blood pressure 🌿 🎉 Kings Seeds Winner: Congrats to Sue Jones-Nicholson—this week’s lucky recipient of our Ki…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 12 46:58

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🌸 Urban Beekeeping Buzz with Cormac Farrell! 🌸 This week on Your Garden Coach NZ, we’re thrilled to have Cormac Farrell, author of Urban Beekeeping, join us! 🐝 Catch the episode now on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🍯 Main Topic: Cormac shares his incredible journey from hobby beekeeper to the Australian Government’s …

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Bonus Episode - An extended interview with Jess Herbert 9:56

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🌟 Bonus Episode Alert! 🌟 We've just released an inspiring bonus podcast interview featuring Jesse from Freshlink! 🎙️ Jesse shares some truly thought-provoking ideas about the way we shop and how it impacts our health. 🌱🛒 His engaging perspective is a must-hear for anyone interested in conscious choices and wellness. 🙌 Catch this special episode on …

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Spring Season 2 Episode 10 37:21

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🌸 Wholefood Shopping at Its Best with Jesse Herbert! 🌸 This week on Your Garden Coach NZ, we’re thrilled to introduce Jesse Herbert from Freshlink, Wanaka! 🌱 Listen now on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🍎 Main Topic: Jesse shares his journey from a rural, self-sufficient upbringing to following his grandfather’s marke…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 9 47:53

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🌸 Join the Community Garden Movement! 🌸 This week on Your Garden Coach NZ, we’re celebrating community gardening, sowing by the moon, and brightening up with Zinnias! 🌱 Listen now on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🌱 Main Topic: Diana Manson from QLDC joins us to talk about the power of Community Gardens—bringing peopl…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 8 35:01

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🌿 Episode Highlights: 🍵 Tea of the Week: Lemongrass Tea—a refreshing favourite of Connie Cao, our guest this week. Perfect anytime of the day. 🌿 🎉 Kings Seeds Winner: Congrats to Sasha Pollard—this week’s lucky recipient of our Kings Seeds giveaway! 🌻 🌕 Gardening by the Moon: Keep your garden on track by aligning your tasks with the moon phases! We…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 7 35:44

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🌸 Let’s Plant the Seeds of Success this Spring! 🌸 We’re here to guide you through this busy spring season. 🌱 Join us on Your Garden Coach NZ as we dig into the latest tips for a thriving garden. Available on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🛡️ Main Topic: Scarecrows—learn how these classic garden protectors can be both …

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Spring Season 2 Episode 6 45:09

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🌸 Spring is in the Air! 🌸 This week on Your Garden Coach NZ, we’re all about keeping your garden thriving through spring. 🌱 Listen on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🛏️ Main Topic: A Crop Rotation Refresher! Keep your garden beds healthy and productive. 🌱 Plus, learn how gardening by the moon can boost your results—Wax…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 5 49:03

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🌸 Spring is Here, and Your Garden is Ready to Thrive! 🌸 In this week’s episode of Your Garden Coach NZ, we’re covering Spring tasks and expert tips to help your garden bloom. 🌱 Listen now on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 👧 Gardening with Children (Part 5): This week, we’re thrilled to have Anita Croft from Growing Ki…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 4 35:54

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🌸 Spring is Springing! 🌸 In this week's episode of Your Garden Coach NZ, we’re diving into the joys of sowing seeds and transplanting seedlings. 🌱 Catch us on Buzzsprout, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! 🌷 Episode Highlights: 🌷 Special Guest: We chat with Luke Gardener from Longbush Cottage about his stunning Tulip Festival and the most gorgeous glassh…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 3 43:32

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🌱 Spring Season 2, Episode 3 is Live! 🎧 This week on Your Garden Coach NZ, some essential tips for a thriving spring garden. 🌸 Catch us on Buzzsprout, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🌾 Mastering Mulch: Learn how to mulch like a pro—your plants will love you, and those weeds won’t stand a chance! 🌱 🌘 Garden Tasks: Descending Moon i…

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Spring Season 2 Episode 2 36:52

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🌼 Spring Season 2, Episode 2 is LIVE! 🎧 Catch us on Buzzsprout, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for this week's gardening goodness! 🌱 🌿 Episode Highlights: 🏡 Planting Your Glasshouse: Got a new glasshouse and not sure where to start? We've got tips to help you! 🍅🥒 👧 Gardening with Children (Part 2): Learn how gardening can build self-image and empower …

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Spring Season 2 Episode 1 28:54

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🌿 Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1! 🌿 Jen and I originally set out to create a year’s worth of gardening podcasts, packed with tips and tricks for beginner gardeners and the skills we’ve picked up along the way. But thanks to your incredible support, we’re thrilled to keep going! 🎉 This season, expect fresh advice, inspiring guest talks, and maybe ev…

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Winter Episode 46 26:00

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Wow, we've completed our 1st year of Podcasting. Spring Episodes, Series 2 start next week and we are refreshing our content for you to enjoy. This week Asparagus is in the limelight. Root Crop Sowing on 28th & 29th August. Happy gardening, Ali and Jen Support the show You can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter…

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Winter Episode 45 44:21

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It's good to be home, but wow what a wonderful trip. So good to be back in the studio with Jen. Tomatoes are the talk of gardeners right now - when to get them started?? And other useful information. Yarrow and Mint Tea, dried and stored last season. Moon Calendar - Waxing Moon - Root Crop sowing NOW Book 'Broccoli and Other Love Stories', Paulette…

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Winter Episode 44 23:42

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Stinging nettle tea - it's so good for you. Cultivate 17th to 20th August. Sow Root Crops 21-22 then again28th & 29th We talk about cabbages this week. Book reference "Secrets of Longevity" Dr Maoshing Ni Ali reports from L'Escargot Errant - The Wandering Snail Winner of this week's $20 Voucher Bronwyn @bees.picton.garden Huge thanks to our financi…

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Winter Episode 43 29:01

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Thank you for joining us again for your weekly dose of gardening chat. This week - Container gardening, a great way to start your early gardening - close to the house so you can keep an eye on things, and get back into the swing of checking on your veggies each day. We will take a closer look at the Spring Onion, an underrated and under appreciated…

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Winter Episode 42 30:00

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This week we continue our glass house topic, and we discuss the Walipini Tasks this week - prep your soil in readiness for sowing and planting Sow your Root Crops 30th & 31st July Veg of the week - Peas Tea is Lemon Verbena - consider adding these seeds to your list. Happy Gardening Jen and Ali Support the show You can contact us at coach@yourgarde…

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Winter Episode 41 30:26

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Spring sowing is beginning around the country, We will take a look at some early options. Ever thought about extending your season with a greenhouse, glasshouse, tunnel house or Walaipini? We have some suggestions to help you decide which would suit you best. Book of the Week - The Englishman’s Country - a collection of musings, my favourite is fro…

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Winter Episode 40 28:12

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It's hard to believe were are releasing episode 40. This time last year the podcast was alive only in my mind. We have been delighted so many of you are enjoying our weekly garden updates. A huge thank you to those of you who are contributing to the costs. If you are in a position to help visit Buzzsprout.com - Your Garden Coach, (or Patreon) there…

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Winter Episode 39 26:50

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It appears that over Winter our Episode releases each week are a little later than anticipated. Let's roll with that for the time being. A full episode this week updating your current winter tasks, yes there is plenty to keep you motivated and enjoying the benefits of being in the garden even if winter days are shorter (and cooler). Go on, wrap up …

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Winter Episode 38 28:28

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Happy Winter Solstice, by the time you are listening to this episode (late again), you will be on the right side of the season, heading straight towards Spring. On the other hand, here in France, where Summer is yet to arrive, we've received incredible quantities of rain every day. We fitted actual floodgates at a friends house this afternoon, a fa…

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Winter Episode 37 22:01

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Once again we apologise for the delay in releasing this episode. We will try harder. This week we take a look at the moon calendar. It’s’ sowing and planting time and we have a few suggestions for your vegetable and flower gardens. Ali visited Eltham Palace and grounds just after visiting RHS Chelsea, this garden is definitely one to visit if you f…

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Autumn Episode 36 18:51

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Apologies once again for the delay in uploading the podcast - I am definitely on French time. Another RHS Chelsea report today. Hope you enjoy it. Stay warm, but do get your hands in the dirt as often as you can, it will make you feel good. Ali Support the show You can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter where y…

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Autumn Episode 35 38:57

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A special report from RHS Chelsea Flower Show this week. Ali was incredibly fortunate to be invited into one of the Show Gardens to interview the designers. What a surreal experience to be recording the very talented Dido Milne and Sophie Parmenter in the garden they designed for The National Autistic Society. An enveloping, safe and calm garden in…

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