The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazine

DC Thomson

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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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91 episodes

The Dirt Christmas Special!

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 jokes, it's packed full of cheer that will certainly get you into the festive spirit. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

39m
Dec 16, 2022
The whole point of gardening is to experiment and learn from your mistakes, says Mark Dwelly

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 could put to use on your own plot. Plus, the GYO team talk gardening trends for 2023, motivators for getting outside in the cold and rising orchid prices.  🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!    🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!    ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag      ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag      ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

39m
Dec 02, 2022
There’s something about that feeling of being cocooned in the polytunnel, says Hannah Bates

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 makes their mark on growing spaces.   Plus, the team discusses beautiful vegetables, tomato whispering and the surge in wonky veg, as well as the top jobs on the plot for the week!      🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

44m
Nov 25, 2022
Instead of a beekeeper, I’m a bee host, says Kevin Hancock, founder of the Gardener’s Beehive

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. He also shares fascinating information about honeybees and how we can help boost colonies. Plus, the team reflect on autumn highlights and their best harvests of the year.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

1h 1m
Nov 18, 2022
It’s my dirty little secret that I’m not very good at seed sowing, says Pollyanna Wilkinson

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 have given her the confidence and insight to create stunning outdoor spaces.   Plus, the GYO team talk gardening prescriptions and growing mushrooms at home. It’s packed full of horticultural inspiration!      🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

42m
Nov 11, 2022
The garden has so many faces, and you can love them all, says the RSPB’s Adrian Thomas

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 style. He also highlights that you never know what you might attract to your garden , even if it isn't the creature you were aiming for! As well as this, the GYO team talk some more about dream garden finds (dinosaurs, anyone?), and we take a look at the tops jobs on the plot for the weekend.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

54m
Nov 04, 2022
Anyone who can grow a cauliflower deserves a medal, says Kathy Slack

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, gluts and a pig romance involving pumpkins, it's the perfect listen for the weekend. Plus, the GYO team talk autumn leaves and hidden garden treasures, and we want you to decide: should the team try eating bugs on an upcoming podcast episode? Their culinary fate is in your hands!   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

51m
Oct 28, 2022
The way I garden is rooted in letting go of control, says Poppy Okotcha

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 deserves.     Plus, the GYO team chat about the mental benefits of gardening, smelly compost and some favourite veg varieties. We've also got the top gardening jobs all ready for the week ahead.       🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52.Don’t miss out!        🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!       ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag        ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag        ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

39m
Sep 16, 2022
Gardening cuts across all ages and cultures, says Mark Ridsdill Smith

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.   Plus, the GYO team chat weather, and smart upcycling hacks. We've also got the pressing gardening jobs all ready for the week ahead.     🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52.Don’t miss out!      🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!     ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag      ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag      ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

39m
Sep 02, 2022
On the farm we’ve achieved the full sustainable cycle, says chef Clodagh McKenna

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 much more.   Plus, the GYO team discuss grass cutting goats and some brilliant stories of pets on the plot. We've also got this week’s most pressing gardening jobs ready and waiting.     🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52.Don’t miss out!      🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!     ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag      ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag      ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag 

42m
Aug 26, 2022
If a plant won’t grow without spraying, grow something else, says The National Trust’s Andy Eddy

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 soil is key, and how you don't need to feel pressured to create a perfect plot.  Plus, the GYO team discuss growing in space soil, how to stay calm in the face of pressure on the plot, and things go a little weird in a detailed discussion about birds! We've also got you covered, with this week's jobs on the plot lined up and ready to go.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!    🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!   ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag    ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag    ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

38m
Aug 19, 2022
To me, there’s no such thing as green fingers, says Dominica McKevitt, Head Gardener at Ardgillan Castle

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 growing at Ardgillan Castle and much more!  Plus, the GYO team discuss lazy gardening, popular influencers and the history behind cottage gardens - and we want to hear what your most rebellious gardening acts have been! We've also got this week's jobs on the plot lined up for the weekend.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!    🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!   ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag    ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag    ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

37m
Aug 12, 2022
Gardening takes away all of life’s deadlines, says Carl Mintern from Self Sufficient Hub

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 plate and how to tackle this, the mental health benefits of growing your own and so much more! The GYO team will also be talking about organic pest control hacks, tomatoes as carnivorous killers, and taking a look at the top jobs on the plot for a week. 🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £5 - that’s a saving of a whopping 76%! Visit growfruitandveg.co.uk https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52/gyo52 https://www.dcthomsonshop.co.uk/gyo52 or call 0800 904 7000 and quote gyo52. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

44m
Aug 05, 2022
My wee killed my fruit tree, so always stay hydrated on the plot, says Kevin Wilson

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 to get kids into veggies, and a frog the size of your fingernail! 🌱 The Dirt is sponsored by Gardening Works. Visit https://www.gardeningworks.co.uk for more information on their product range! 🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine directly to your door for just £12.99 (that’s a saving of 38%) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘Grow 2’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 https://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions. 🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

49m
Mar 31, 2022
Soil is the foundation of life, says David Jeffrey

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 differently - and of course, chillies!   The Dirt is sponsored by Gardening Works. Visit gardeningworks.co.uk for more information on their product range.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine directly to your door for just £12.99 (that’s a saving of 38%) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘Grow 2’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 https://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.   🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!   ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

37m
Mar 24, 2022
Apparently, male pee is good for your compost, says Lee from 2nd City Cottage

I never realised how important bamboo sticks would become in my life, says allotment grower Lee, who runs 2nd City Cottage https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVzxcGX3KAf_aNfcxR0VzKQ?app=desktop, a YouTube channel dedicated to recording the highs and lows of his growing season on the plot in Birmingham. In this episode, Lee discusses the challenges and successes that have come from his first year as an allotment owner, and the lessons he has learned along the way.   The Dirt is sponsored by Gardening Works. Visit gardeningworks.co.uk for more information on their product range.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine directly to your door for just £12.99 (that’s a saving of 38%) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘Grow 2’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 https://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.   🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!   ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

43m
Mar 17, 2022
It’s really rewarding – I know where our food comes from, says Rachel from gardening blog Don’t Crop Me Now

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 Me Now, and the unique ways in which she preserves her harvests.   The Dirt is sponsored by Gardening Works. Visit gardeningworks.co.uk for more information on their product range.    🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine directly to your door for just £12.99 (that’s a saving of 38%) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘Grow 2’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.    🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!    ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag   ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag   ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

33m
Mar 10, 2022
When it comes to growing, the Victorians really were ahead of their time, says Heidi Savage

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 growing practices on this week's episode, including how she implements these traditional methods on her own plot.   The Dirt is sponsored by Gardening Works. Visit gardeningworks.co.uk for more information on their product range.    🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine directly to your door for just £12.99 (that’s a saving of 38%) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘Grow 2’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.    🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!    ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag   ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag   ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

38m
Mar 03, 2022
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

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 and no-dig lessons on this week's episode.   The Dirt is sponsored by Gardening Works. Visit gardeningworks.co.uk for more information on their product range.    🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine directly to your door for just £12.99 (that’s a saving of 38%) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘Grow 2’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/grow2 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.    🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!    ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag   ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag   ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

48m
Feb 24, 2022
Cottage garden vs traditional veg beds – which is best?

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? 🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

19m
Nov 19, 2021
To feed or not to feed you plants – Laura and Ellen discuss this burning question!

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 to get to the bottom of this question – should you feed your plants?  🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

25m
Nov 12, 2021
To chit, or not to chit? Laura and Ellen have their say

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 answer this week’s question – should you chit your spuds? 🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

18m
Nov 05, 2021
Do you save or buy seeds? Laura and Ellen discuss this hot topic!

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 help answer this week’s question – should you save seeds or buy seeds?  🥕 Don't miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that's a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg - that's p-o-d-g - or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don't miss out! 🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

26m
Oct 29, 2021
Are you the proud owner of a greenhouse or a polytunnel? Laura and Ellen discuss which is best

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 draft in some opinions from The Dirt listeners to help answer this week’s question – greenhouses or polytunnels?  🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

22m
Oct 22, 2021
Gloves or no gloves? Laura and Ellen discuss a topic that is more controversial than you might think!

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 help answer this week’s burning question – gloves, or no gloves?  🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

20m
Oct 15, 2021
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

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? As well as Laura and Ellen’s own thoughts, they draft in listener comment to help weight up the plentiful pros of these brilliant outdoor havens. 🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

31m
Oct 07, 2021
Does digging make you a glutton for punishment? Ellen and Laura dig in and find out!

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 about the growing popularity of no dig gardening vs traditional digging, whether they dig their own plots and delve into listener comments, too. So, the real question is: dig or no dig?  🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt! You can get three issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £6 - that’s a saving of £11.97 - by heading to growfruitandveg.co.uk/podg – that’s p-o-d-g – or calling 0800 904 7000 and quote PODG. Don’t miss out!  🤩 Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or smart growing hacks, get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media! ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag  ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag  ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

24m
Sep 30, 2021
Cream of the crop - The best of Season 5

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.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get seven issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £29.99 (that’s £11.94 off!) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘GPOD7’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gpod7 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.    🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!   ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag    ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag    ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

47m
Jun 25, 2021
I transformed a field of chest-high grass into an amazing allotment, says Adam Barnes

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 we got to hear even more about his amazing growing journey. For more from Adam, follow @paraontheplot on Instagram.   Also on the show, we heard from Danni (@plot.81 on Instagram) a grower who regularly works with our fantastic pod sponsors, Envii. Danni helpfully answered reader questions sent in on foraging, growing and much more. For more from Envii - give them a follow at @enviiUK or visit envii.co.uk.    🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get seven issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £29.99 (that’s £11.94 off!) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘GPOD7’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gpod7 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.    🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!    ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag    ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag    ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag

37m
Jun 22, 2021
New allotments are overwhelming but don't give up, says Rekha Mistry

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 in the form of garden tips and tricks - as well as some philosophies to grow by.   Also on the pod, there's plenty of garden news and a Q&A with our amazing pod sponsors, Envii.   🥕 Don’t miss our special offer exclusively for listeners of The Dirt – you can get seven issues of Grow Your Own magazine for just £29.99 (that’s £11.94 off!) by calling 0800 904 7000 and quoting ‘GPOD7’, or visiting http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gpod7 – where you’ll also find the full terms and conditions.    🎙️ Could you be a future guest star of The Dirt? If you have some funny garden fails or easy growing hacks get in touch on thedirt@growfruitandveg.co.uk, or say hello on social media!    ⓣ Twitter https://twitter.com/gyomag    ⓕ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/growyourownmag    ⓘ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growyourownmag  

42m
Jun 11, 2021