The Plant Based Podcast S9 E01 - The science behind edibles with Royal Botanic Gardens Kew kitchen gardener, Helena Dove.

In the first of our four part mini series at Kew Gardens, @mrplantgeek and @ellenmarygardening visit the edible science garden and chat with Helena Dove about growing and experimenting with edibles to grow sustainable and healthy crops. From Dahlia tubers to Squash, Oca to Carrots this episode is full of delicious homegrown food.   With new contributors @emjorealdavies and @thejungleclubworcester and a gossip about Michaels new book, what coat to wear in autumn and planting bulbs, it's an epic start to series 9.    Sponsor of series 9 is @lavaliteuk - a range of products that offer the horticultural world ecological solutions, including moisture management, frost protection, pest control and soil conditioning. Find them at: www.lava-lite.co.uk   The Plant Based Podcast:  www.theplantbasedpodcast.net   Instagram Twitter Facebook