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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine

The fruit and veg gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine that celebrates the failures on your allotment as much as the successes!

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
The Dirt Christmas Special! from 2022-12-16T17:00

In this bonus episode of The Dirt, the GYO team talk favourite veg for the Christmas table, ideal gardening gifts and reflections on the 2022 season. With a ridiculous party game and cracker jok...

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The whole point of gardening is to experiment and learn from your mistakes, says Mark Dwelly from 2022-12-02T17:00

This week, we're joined by Mark Dwelly, head gardener at Audley Stanbridge Earls. Mark explains how he landed his fulfilling career, as well as some handy time and money saving hacks that you co...

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There’s something about that feeling of being cocooned in the polytunnel, says Hannah Bates from 2022-11-25T17:00

This week, the team is joined by senior horticulturist and tutor for The Therapy Garden, Hannah Bates. Hannah discusses the mindful nature of certain tasks in the garden, as well as how everyone...

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Instead of a beekeeper, I’m a bee host, says Kevin Hancock, founder of the Gardener’s Beehive from 2022-11-18T16:00

On this episode of The Dirt, we're chatting to Kevin Hancock, founder of the Gardener's Beehive. Kevin tells us all about his Eco-Beehive invention and why gardeners all over the country love it...

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It’s my dirty little secret that I’m not very good at seed sowing, says Pollyanna Wilkinson from 2022-11-11T17:00

This week, we're joined by multi-award-winning garden designer Pollyanna Wilkinson. Polly explains her fascinating career change to garden design, as well as some hilarious growing mishaps that ...

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The garden has so many faces, and you can love them all, says the RSPB’s Adrian Thomas from 2022-11-04T17:00

This week on The Dirt, we are joined by the RSPB's wildlife gardening expert, Adrian Thomas, who shows us that gardening for wildlife can take many different forms and can suit your own plot sty...

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Anyone who can grow a cauliflower deserves a medal, says Kathy Slack from 2022-10-28T16:00

This week, we're joined by food writer, stylist, photographer and kitchen gardener Kathy Slack, who celebrates the rewards of bringing crops from the plot to the plate. With talk of supper clubs...

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The way I garden is rooted in letting go of control, says Poppy Okotcha from 2022-09-16T15:06

This week we’re joined by ecological home grower Poppy Okotcha, who tells all about her special relationship with her garden, and her mission to treat this space with the love and respect it des...

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Gardening cuts across all ages and cultures, says Mark Ridsdill Smith from 2022-09-02T17:00

This week we’re joined by gardening author and container growing expert, Mark Ridsdill Smith, who tells all about his inner city gardening journey, and how to get great harvests from any space. ...

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On the farm we’ve achieved the full sustainable cycle, says chef Clodagh McKenna from 2022-08-26T16:00

This week we’re joined by television chef, author and gardener Clodagh McKenna, who tells all about her sustainable farming lifestyle, handy slug-repellent hacks, some top preserving tips and mu...

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If a plant won’t grow without spraying, grow something else, says The National Trust’s Andy Eddy from 2022-08-19T16:15

Have a bit of fun, experiment - and 'steal with pride' says Andy Eddy, from The National Trust. This week, we chat to Andy about working at the inspirational Osterley Park, why looking after soi...

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To me, there’s no such thing as green fingers, says Dominica McKevitt, Head Gardener at Ardgillan Castle from 2022-08-12T16:00

Even professionals make mistakes, says Dominica McKevitt, Head Gardener at Ardgillan Castle. This week, we chat to Dominica about her gardening journey from childhood, all the wonderful crops gr...

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Gardening takes away all of life’s deadlines, says Carl Mintern from Self Sufficient Hub from 2022-08-05T16:00

In this brand new series of The Dirt, we're chatting to Self Sufficient Hub's Carl Mintern on his exciting growing journey over the past few years. We discuss the disconnect between seed to ...

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My wee killed my fruit tree, so always stay hydrated on the plot, says Kevin Wilson from 2022-03-31T16:51

Essex-based gardener Kevin Wilson shares his fruit growing journey, including his biggest achievements and fails on the plot. As well as this, the team talks gardening prescriptions, a campaign ...

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Soil is the foundation of life, says David Jeffrey from 2022-03-24T15:30

David sheds light on his top gardening mantra, being beaten by blight and much more in this jam-packed chat. As well as this, the team talks secret gardens, looking at pests differentl...

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Apparently, male pee is good for your compost, says Lee from 2nd City Cottage from 2022-03-17T15:00

I never realised how important bamboo sticks would become in my life, says allotment grower Lee, who runs Listen

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It’s really rewarding – I know where our food comes from, says Rachel from gardening blog Don’t Crop Me Now from 2022-03-10T17:00:54

Gardening has changed a lot over the years, says allotment grower Rachel from Manchester. In this episode, Rachel discusses her growing journey with her husband, their gardening blog Don't Crop ...

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When it comes to growing, the Victorians really were ahead of their time, says Heidi Savage from 2022-03-03T16:07:22

Gardening is a process of trial and error, and Anglia Ruskin student and allotment gardener Heidi Savage fully embraces this fact. She shared fascinating findings from her research of Victorian ...

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Something always goes wrong, but people looking around the gardens don’t see that, they say it is just beautiful, says the National Trust’s Jonny Norton from 2022-02-24T16:30

Gardening fails are regular, but are rarely noticed by others - and we learn a lot from them, says Jonny Norton of the National Trust's beautiful Mottisfont garden. He also shared his top tips a...

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Cottage garden vs traditional veg beds – which is best? from 2021-11-19T17:00

Grow Your Own magazine editor, Laura and The Plant Based Podcast’s Ellen Mary are discussing the pros and cons for quaint cottage gardening and good old fashioned veg beds. What's your verdict?<...

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To feed or not to feed you plants – Laura and Ellen discuss this burning question! from 2021-11-12T17:00

Grow Your Own magazine editor, Laura and The Plant Based Podcast’s Ellen Mary are discussing feeding plants, feeding soil – or not feeding at all! They also hear from some social media followers...

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To chit, or not to chit? Laura and Ellen have their say from 2021-11-05T05:00

Grow Your Own magazine editor, Laura and The Plant Based Podcast’s Ellen Mary delve into the world of potato growing and discuss their own traditions. They also hear from some listeners to help ...

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Do you save or buy seeds? Laura and Ellen discuss this hot topic! from 2021-10-29T06:00

Grow Your Own magazine editor, Laura and The Plant Based Podcast’s Ellen Mary are taking a look at the benefits of saving seeds and buying seeds this week. They also hear from some listeners to ...

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Are you the proud owner of a greenhouse or a polytunnel? Laura and Ellen discuss which is best from 2021-10-22T15:00

The Plant Based Podcast host, Ellen Mary, and Grow Your Own magazine editor, Laura, discuss the benefits of growing in different undercover spaces – and pit them against each other! They also dr...

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Gloves or no gloves? Laura and Ellen discuss a topic that is more controversial than you might think! from 2021-10-15T12:35:48

Grow Your Own editor Laura and The Plant Based Podcast host, Ellen Mary discuss the benefits and the drawbacks of getting your hands in the dirt. They also draft in some listeners of The Dirt to...

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Step out of your back door into an edible haven, or pay a visit to the plot? Laura and Ellen debate garden vs allotment growing from 2021-10-07T06:00

Grow Your Own editor Laura and The Plant Based Podcast host, Ellen Mary pit their plots against their gardens in this tricky debate. Both types of space are amazing, but will one come out on top...

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Does digging make you a glutton for punishment? Ellen and Laura dig in and find out! from 2021-09-30T06:00

In this episode (and for the rest of the series) Grow Your Own editor Laura is joined by The Plant Based Podcast’s Ellen Mary to discuss some hot horticultural topics. Here, they are talking abo...

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Cream of the crop - The best of Season 5 from 2021-06-25T15:00

In this special episode we're looking back at the best bits of Season 5 of The Dirt. It's jam-packed with good advice, hilarious mess-ups and garden chat.

 

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I transformed a field of chest-high grass into an amazing allotment, says Adam Barnes from 2021-06-22T15:12:54

This week on The Dirt, we were joined by British Army paratrooper and allotment enthusiast, Adam Barnes. Adam's allotment featured in the July issue of Grow Your Own magazine and in this episode...

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New allotments are overwhelming but don't give up, says Rekha Mistry from 2021-06-11T15:02:02

Now an expert grower, Rekha Mistry joined us on this week's episode of The Dirt and recalled how overwhelming her new allotment was when she first took it on. Rekha also imparts plenty of wisdom...

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You have to be creative when using your crops, said ‘Two Dirty Boys’ from 2021-06-04T11:25:05

We were joined by Robin and Paul, AKA ‘Two Dirty Boys’, who told us all about their allotment successes and failures. They gave us some fantastic ideas for creative crop uses, crop-swapping and dis...

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When I started I had no growing skills whatsoever, says Sinead Fenton from 2021-05-28T09:57:13

Sinead Fenton has been on an amazing gardening journey. Now an accomplished grower with her own small farm, she explains to us how she got there and some of the lessons she learned along the way...

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Does a parsnip feel kinship with a carrot? Asks Alys Fowler from 2021-05-25T09:31:23

Does a parsnip feel kinship with a carrot? This question and so many more are mulled over by special guest, Alys Fowler, on this week's episode of our award-winning podcast The Dirt. Alys explai...

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You can cut corners if you know how, says David Boggis from 2021-05-14T14:44:55

Keen grower David Boggis joins us on the pod this week, sharing his experience, tips and tricks from the garden. David tells us about his biggest successes in the garden as well as one or two co...

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We love finding organic solutions to overcome hurdles, say Aga and Kay from 2021-05-07T15:35:49

This episode we’re joined by a pair of passionate (and award-winning!) allotment-holders from North Norfolk – Aga and Kay. They’re here to share all about how they use the abundance of fresh, se...

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I turned a wasteland into a garden, says Aaron Nelson from 2021-04-30T16:25:31

Aaron Nelson turned an un-touched yard with "nothing living" into an amazing garden, buzzing with plants and wildlife. We heard about his successes and failures in his Manchester garden on this ...

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I’ve had success with some pretty unusual crops, says Mark Diacono from 2021-04-23T15:10:25

Mark Diacono joins us on this week’s episode of The Dirt. As a grower and writer, Mark has had success with some wonderfully unusual crops - raising a pecan harvest in the UK, for example. In th...

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Gardening changed my life – I call it my green pill, says Mark Lane from 2021-03-26T14:29:48

For the final episode of series 4, we’re finishing with a bang! TV expert and garden designer Mark Lane joins us to tell us all about his beautiful Kent garden and fruit orchard. Plus he shares ...

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Extend your tomato season with these tips says Jo Jo Yee from 2021-03-19T15:18:03

On this episode of The Dirt, Jo Jo Yee explains how to extend your tomato growing season and we hear from Marshalls Garden experts on how best to site plants in your garden. We cover a wide vari...

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I just hide all my allotment weeds, admits Ashley Nwokorie from 2021-03-11T16:52:38

Ashley Nwokorie is keen to teach her children that gardening is fun (even when they sabotage her efforts!) and a great way to connect with nature. She shares some top tips for growers and even a...

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Get stuck in – gardening isn’t the hobby for the cautious, says Sarah Raven from 2021-03-04T16:17:55

Sarah Raven prides herself on being able to pick fresh salad leaves year-round and has some delicious recommendations for you to add to your kitchen garden (as well as a handy hack for harvestin...

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My giant pumpkin has been a part of my life, like a person, says Kirsty Ward from 2021-02-26T16:35:35

On The Dirt this week, Kirsty Ward tells us all about the joys of growing giant pumpkins, experts from Marshalls debate dig vs no dig and Laura and Blake discuss unexpected kiwis. We’re dispelli...

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Bindweed is pure evil but you can turn it into homemade liquid feed, says Derek Daly from 2021-02-19T10:10:31

Derek Daly loves spending time on his Nottingham allotment accompanied by his young son. He joins us this week to tell us all about their plot successes, occasional fails and some handy pieces o...

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Life’s too short to wait for turmeric to sprout in an airing cupboard, says Alex Mitchell from 2021-02-11T16:08:39

Alex Mitchell has a few funny tales to tell from her years of gardening, including the time that her flock of sheep ate most of her apple trees, or her realisation that a quick trip to Tel Aviv ...

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Some years I’ve sown 3,000 seeds in return for six carrots, says Liz Zorab from 2021-02-09T09:53:11

You may be familiar with Liz Zorab from her popular YouTube channel where she documents life on her homestead – Byther Farm. This week Liz joins us on The Dirt to reveal all about her gardening ...

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Get twice the yield for half the effort with this tomato hack, says Sally Nex from 2021-01-29T14:39:37

Garden writer Sally Nex drops by to tell us about her triumphant 8-foot tree chilli, some upside-down tulip bulbs that never gave up, and her best advice for low-carbon gardening if you’re hopin...

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I’m not a celeb, I’m just a man who loves his garden, says Gerald Stratford from 2021-01-21T16:07:05

Gerald Stratford has become quite the internet gardening phenomenon over the past year, captivating the Twittersphere with photos of his giant vegetable harvests. We were thrilled to get him on ...

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Simon says: Use companion plants to distract unwanted pests from 2020-12-23T12:16:09

For one final time, Simon Toomer of The National Trust joins Laura and Blake to unpick your gardening problems and offer his expertise to overcome them. Plus, with Christmas nearly upon us, the ...

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Simon says: Get practical jobs done now to hit the ground running in spring from 2020-11-26T16:00:19

The National Trust’s Simon Toomer returns to shed some light on some of your biggest gardening problems right now, including planting sweetcorn, combatting canker in fruit trees and the tasks yo...

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Simon says: These simple tweaks will help to boost your garden from 2020-11-12T16:47:33

Simon Toomer from the National Trust is back again to answer your gardening questions. In this episode, he’s giving his advice for improving sandy soils, getting more bang for your buck from str...

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Simon says: Be persistent, be determined, and keep at it from 2020-10-29T05:00

The GYO team chat to Simon Toomer from the National Trust about ‘first attempts in learning’, why horsetail appealed to him as a youngster, and his proudest moment at the National Trust. As well...

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Best bits: our favourite moments from series 2 from 2020-10-01T12:36:56

We’ve had a total blast recording series 2. It has been jam-packed with gardening successes, funny failures, useful hacks and inspiring lessons... so, this week, Laura and Blake sit down to choo...

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If there’s a gardening ‘longcut’ I’ll usually take that, says Anne Swithinbank from 2020-09-25T12:01:01

Gardening legend and GYO columnist Anne Swithinbank joins the team for the final episode of the series! She shares her triumphs and frustrations from the kitchen garden this year and reveals tha...

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We’ll get better results if we question things more, says Charles Dowding from 2020-09-17T22:07:42

Man of the moment, Charles Dowding, has just won three gold medals at the Great British Growing Awards 2020, so it seemed only right that we gave you another chance to enjoy his no-dig advice an...

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Feel the fear, do it anyway – and reap the rewards, says Natalie Osborn from 2020-09-11T12:48:23

Laura’s boss Natalie drops in for this week’s episode to fess up to a truckload of nightmare anecdotes from her Essex allotment. We’re talking ‘alien kohlrabi’, ‘zombie asparagus’, ‘carrots with...

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The benefits of gardening come in ways you can't imagine, says Mike Thurlow from 2020-09-04T15:32:54

This week's guest, Mike Thurlow, discusses his eureka moment when it comes to organic gardening - which came thanks to a mishap with growing carrots! He also tells us about his yearly routine fo...

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Our community project was so beneficial during lockdown, says Naomi Schillinger from 2020-08-27T15:51:42

Naomi Schillinger makes the case for front garden growing, perennial herbs, Jerusalem artichokes, the importance of community spirit, and plenty more on this week’s episode of The Dirt. Plus, th...

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I’m completely slug-phobic, they give me the heebie-jeebies, says Pauline Madden from 2020-08-20T15:49:46

Pauline spends much of her time inspiring the students at Sudbourne Primary School in Brixton to grow fruit and veg and she’s here to reveal the successes, fails, shortcuts and lessons she’s lea...

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You should never garden in slippers, says Julietta Watson from 2020-08-13T15:51:49

Since moving from Kent to Northern Ireland, Julietta Watson has had to overhaul her gardening habits to suit a slightly wetter climate – but she’s taking it all in her stride! She joins the team...

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Don’t be a stickler for the rules and always ask questions, says Rob Smith from 2020-08-07T15:57:10

This week’s guest Rob Smith confesses that there are just some crops that he can’t get on with growing, plus he’s got a couple of handy gardening hacks that you’ll want to try out! Plus, the tea...

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Grow the crops you actually want to eat, says Joe Harrison from 2020-07-31T12:21:43

Joe Harrison joins Blake and Rose to discuss the gardening triumphs and disasters that he’s encountered during his time growing on his Lowestoft allotment site. From trying out the straw bale te...

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I’m cited as an expert but I’ve just spent longer making screw ups, says Nick Bailey from 2020-07-23T15:24:49

TV gardener Nick Bailey joins The Dirt team this week to pass on a simple trick for tackling any soil problem, reveal the unexpected garden pest that caused havoc with his apple tree bounty, and...

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I’m a bit of a Charles Dowding fangirl, says no-dig gardener Katelyn from 2020-07-16T16:23:38

Katelyn (from @inatinygarden) started out growing in her small back garden – and after being on an allotment waiting list for five years, she was thrilled to finally get the green light! With th...

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Use seaweed feed, invest in organic matter and make notes, says Claire Ratinon from 2020-07-09T12:38:51

From growing produce for one of Ottolenghi’s restaurants to adapting to the clay soil of her new Sussex garden, Claire Ratinon’s varied gardening experiences make for a captivating listen on thi...

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Distract slugs with sacrificial chard kebabs, says Alexander Thompson Byer from 2020-07-02T14:44:42

Alexander Thompson Byer has been gardening for 14 years – inspired by the Ruth Stout method, his allotment places a large focus on putting nature first and using permaculture techniques to great...

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Gardening should be enjoyable – not a chore, says Frances Tophill from 2020-06-25T16:30:18

The Dirt is back for series 2 – and to kick things off the team are joined by the brilliant Frances Tophill. Frances reveals how she’s fallen in love with growing herbs this summer, the importan...

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Get ready for Season 2! from 2020-06-18T15:41:30

Clear your diary for Thursday 25th June - because The Dirt is back for round two, and first up we’ve got the wonderful Frances Tophill sharing her gardening secrets. Expect another series packed...

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The Grow Show: everything you need to know from 2020-06-05T15:45:41

Step through the virtual gates of The Grow Show and you’ll find five buzzing show areas: tools and kit, home to all the essentials to make your life in the garden easier; greenhouses and builds,...

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Re-live the best bits from series one from 2020-05-21T17:23:01

Use this bumper instalment of The Dirt as a chance to finally complete that big job in the garden you’ve been putting off! This week, Laura and Blake sit down to take a look back at the wonderfu...

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Quick&Dirty: gardening apps, walks in nature and Brian May’s buttocks from 2020-05-14T15:38:39

As the promise of the last frost isn’t far away, the team are hardening off plants in the kitchen garden, and discussing whether stroking them before putting them outside actually works. Also on...

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Quick&Dirty: Seedlings for Solace, The Big Flower Fight and terrible gardeners from 2020-05-07T10:26:17

It’s a sunny day as the GYO team catch up remotely to discuss some fun and useful projects to get done in the vegetable garden over the coming week - whether that’s pinching out tomatoes, lookin...

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Quick&Dirty: gardening celebrations, volunteer plants and growing in the nude from 2020-04-30T17:08:42

It’s National Gardening Week and this year the celebrations are happening online. Plus, the Grow Your Own team is busy deciding on the best plan of action when your garden offers up bonus volunt...

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Quick&Dirty: virtual tours, an NHS grower and secret gardens on an A road from 2020-04-23T09:59:17

Catch up with the Grow Your Own team for the latest mini instalment of The Dirt Podcast: Quick & Dirty. Rose is uncovering a secret Japanese garden that’s been 45 years in the making, Laura is v...

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Quick&Dirty: vegetable jokes, compost heaps and Harry Potter from 2020-04-17T09:55:09

Knock knock. Who’s there? The GYO team... ready to make you laugh with some (terrible) gardening jokes that are bound to help lift lockdown spirits. Laura, Blake and Rose also think about how to...

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Quick&Dirty: seedling joy, boosting body image and Dame Helen Mirren from 2020-04-09T15:56:18

As the team continues to work from home, they catch up during this mini version of The Dirt Podcast: Quick & Dirty. Laura’s got some ideas for ways to keep busy in the garden over the next week,...

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Quick&Dirty: green coffee, garden pets and snugs from 2020-04-02T10:29:10

The first season of the main show may be over, but during these unprecedented times, we didn’t want to leave you without your regular fix of comforting gardening chit-chat. So, over the coming w...

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A garden isn’t static, so be flexible and go with the flow, says Katie Rushworth from 2020-03-26T17:17:43

The Dirt team welcome Love Your Garden’s Katie Rushworth to the last show of the first season to chat about the simple steps every gardener can take to improve and transform their outdoor space ...

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Take a little risk and gamble on the last frost, says Robbie Knox from 2020-03-19T09:38:35

Do you love growing, cooking, roasting, mashing, and constantly talking about potatoes? Good news, because so does our guest this week: Robbie Knox! As well as bonding over our shared appreciati...

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It’s time to make a confession about my sweet potato plants, says Lucy Start from 2020-03-12T16:03:03

Ever wondered how growing without gravity might differ to growing on your allotment? Well, you’re in luck, as Lucy Start joins us in the studio this week to reveal all about the innovative campa...

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I’ve made plenty of gardening mistakes, but that’s how to learn, says Michelle Jones from 2020-03-05T11:26:59

Michelle Jones has gone from growing some veggies with her kids in her top-floor London flat to being crowned the RHS School Gardening Champion for 2019 - all in the space of a couple of years! ...

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Avoid setting your greenhouse on fire like I did, says Ian Evenden from 2020-02-27T12:23:07

Bath allotmenteer Ian shares his tried-and-tested hack that’ll mean you’ll never have to weed your plot again and reveals how he once set his greenhouse on fire! Plus the team are discussing why...

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Label your seedlings or you’ll look like an amateur, says Lee Connelly from 2020-02-20T00:02

Essex gardener Lee Connelly has all the best ideas to keep your littl’uns’ attention in the garden, but he’s made some rookie errors along the way. He joins the GYO team to tell all on this week...

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Grow tasty chickpeas, but don’t trip over with your loppers, says Huw Richards from 2020-02-13T12:38:21

Dangerous gardening tools, Kim Jong-un, and the ultimate way to simplify potato growing (but still get bumper results!) are all on the itinerary today, as Laura and Blake are joined by Welsh gar...

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Don’t drop your prize-winning pumpkins, says Annabelle Padwick from 2020-02-06T15:28:26

Professional gardener and wellbeing therapist Annabelle Padwick joins us to reveal the uphill struggle she’s had to prove her horticultural credentials, her surefire method for fending off carro...

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Don’t sweat those garden fails – there’s always next year, says RHS chief horticulturalist Guy Barter from 2020-01-30T10:03:14

Do you want to get on top of weeds organically? Or create healthier soil for your crops? RHS chief horticulturalist and all-round garden guru Guy Barter tells you how. Plus, the Grow Your Own te...

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
Ditch your polished veg patch and embrace weeds, says Kim Stoddart from 2020-01-23T10:17:48

Self-confessed ‘Badly Behaved Gardener’ Kim Stoddart is happy to tear up the gardening rulebook and experiment her way to growing success. She joins us on this week’s podcast to share the hacks ...

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
Pigeons are my arch nemesis, but I’ve got a sneaky organic deterrent, says Chris Collins from 2020-01-16T04:00

Chris Collins has had an illustrious and varied horticultural career working all over the world, and as you’d expect, he’s got a story or two to share about his experiences, whether that’s growi...

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
Enjoy your home-grown spuds, and mind your head on the shed, says Henry Hillier from 2019-12-05T05:03

Grow Your Own Editor Laura welcomes her dad, Henry, to the podcast to chat about growing his favourite veg… and clumsy gardening fails! Plus the team discuss the latest in horti-couture, as mode...

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
Remember the real reason you grow your own, says @thegoodlifeainteasy from 2019-12-05T05:02

If you are juggling a busy life, a family, a garden and allotment (not to mention a flock of chickens hungry for home-grown veg!), Instagram sensation Rachel is on hand with some tried and teste...

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
Join the no-dig revolution, says Charles Dowding from 2019-12-05T05:01

Do you want a productive plot without the back-breaking labour of digging? The king of all things no-dig makes his case for just leaving your beds be in our inaugural episode (as well as sharing...

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The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine
Welcome to The Dirt! from 2019-11-26T10:18:26

Hello and welcome to The Dirt, the podcast from Grow Your Own magazine where we celebrate our gardening failures and much as the successes! Each e...

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