Growing Up Podcast

Send us Fan MailThis week we discuss why design matters, why some gardens look better than others but also why the only client who matters in the design process is yourself!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week, we discuss how sowing seeds isn't just for spring and introduce some varieties that we really think you should be sowing during the month of August.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIf you're listening as this episode goes live, we're right in the middle of August—a month that's often overlooked in the gardening calendar. Many people think the busiest part of the season is behind us. The borders are full, vegetables are cropping, herbs are thriving and perhaps, for the first time all year, you're actually getting to sit outside and enjoy the garden.But August is actually one of the most important months of the year.The work you do now doesn't just affect how your garden performs over the next few weeks—it has a huge influence on autumn, winter and even next spring.Today's episode is all about those essential gardening jobs for August. We'll cover ornamental gardens, vegetable patches, herb gardens, containers, lawns, wildlife gardening and greenhouse jobs. Along the way I'll share plenty of practical tips and explain why these jobs matter rather than simply giving you a checklist.So grab yourself a cup of tea—or perhaps something cold if it's another warm day—and let's get started.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailNow, if you've been enjoying the garden over the past few months, you might be thinking that the hard work is behind you. The borders are full, the herbs are thriving, tomatoes are ripening and everything feels a little more relaxed.But here's the thing...Late summer is actually one of the most important periods of the gardening year.The decisions you make over the next few weeks can have a huge impact not only on the remainder of this growing season but also on next year's garden.Today we're talking about 10 common late summer gardening mistakes that even experienced gardeners make—and, more importantly, what you should do instead.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailWe are back onto home territory here with a really geeky episode dedicated to the amazing herbs of summer, herbs that you can plant now and enjoy but also herbs that you can sow during the next few weeks to enjoy further ahead.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailDid you know that lavender has been treasured for thousands of years? From ancient Roman gardens to modern-day cottage borders, this beautifully scented plant has a rich history—and it's still one of the most popular plants for gardeners today.In this episode of our gardening podcast, we explore the fascinating history of lavender, why it has remained a garden favourite for centuries, and share our top tips for growing healthy, fragrant lavender that flowers year after year.You'll learn:🌱 The history and origins of lavender🌞 The best place to plant lavender💧 How often to water lavender✂️ When and how to prune lavender🌸 Tips for bigger blooms and healthier plants🐝 How lavender benefits bees and other pollinators🏡 The best lavender varieties for UK gardensWhether you're growing lavender in pots, borders, or a cottage garden, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you get the very best from your plants.🎧 Listen now and discover everything you need to know about growing lavender successfully!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailWondering what gardening jobs you should be doing in July? In this episode, we cover the essential July gardening tasks to help your garden thrive throughout the summer. Whether you're growing flowers, vegetables, fruit, or maintaining your lawn, you'll discover practical tips to keep everything looking its best during one of the busiest months in the gardening calendar.We'll discuss what to sow in July, plants to prune, vegetables to harvest, watering advice during hot weather, lawn care, greenhouse jobs, pest control, and simple maintenance tasks that will reward you with healthier plants and bigger harvests.Whether you're a beginner gardener or have years of experience, this episode is packed with expert gardening advice to help you make the most of your garden this month.In this episode you'll learn:Essential gardening jobs for JulyWhat vegetables and flowers to sow nowJuly pruning and deadheading tipsWatering strategies for hot summer weatherVegetable garden maintenanceLawn care in JulyGreenhouse gardening tasksCommon garden pests and how to deal with themTips for healthier plants and bigger harvestsIf you're looking for a complete July gardening checklist, seasonal gardening advice, or practical tips for your vegetable garden, flower beds, or allotment, this episode has everything you need.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis is quite a raw and honest update in which we explain why this episode is being released late and update you on the last very, very full-on last two weeks of life for us here.We chat about the impacts of the heatwave, the importance of watching gardeners world with a kebab and offer some warm weather gardening advice.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week, Kate deep dives into the truth and myth of companion planting.  Buckle up, everyone, this is a very geeky deep dive into a gardening topic that so many people have requested!Enjoy! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we chat about all of the amazing crops that you can sow during the month of June.  June is a very, very busy month that sets up the second half of the summer growing season. Grab a cup of tea and join us as we make a very long list of sowings to make this month.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailHow did we get to June already?  Is anyone else saying that?This week we dig deep into gardening jobs for June.  This is a very busy month, so grab a drink, buckle up, we are diving straight into a packed gardening month in which the rate of growth accelerates sharply.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we sit in a very, very warm studio to discuss gardening during a heatwave, why this can cause problems and tactics that you can employ to make sure your plants dont suffer!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailToday we talk to Dan and Cathy who are telling us about 'Working for Gardners', an organisation that is on a mission to support those who are thinking about making the jump into working in the horticultural industry.  We know that so many of you have thought about making such a change and that you will be as excited to hear the chat with Dan and Cathy as we were!https://www.wfga.org.uk/The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailMay is such a busy month for gardeners. Whether you are gardening on an allotment, in a small garden or even just on a windowsill, May is the month where everything becomes very, very fast-paced, busy and exciting.There is so much that you can do in the May growing space, and in this episode, we talk through the long list of May gardening jobs!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week, Kate sits down to chat with a friend of the show, Kendall, to compare their own experiences as women working in horticulture, discussing the obstacles, challenges, but ultimately the joy that comes from engaging with growing things.About Our Guest:Kendall Marie Platt is a Horticultural therapist & space holder for garden curious women.She is the founder of Adventures with Flowers and supports women to create their own garden sanctuary as they use gardening to avoid burnout.She brings together horticultural therapy and sensory-led garden design to create spaces that don’t just look beautiful, they restore you daily. It’s beauty that heals, rhythm that restores and design that supports your body and mind. She does this through her 1:1 horticultural therapy support programme and her membership the Seed.She also hosts regular garden-along sessions to help attendees quiet their minds in their garden.SocialsSubstack: https://substack.com/@kendallmarieplattInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendallmarieplatt/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventureswithflowersLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-marie-platt/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@adventureswithflowerstv Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/adventureswithflowers TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kendallmarieplatt Main Website: https://www.adventureswithflowers.com/The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThere has never been a more important time to design your garden for the benefit of local bees.  It's surprisingly easy and really fun.  We are calling for a revolution as we all look to make our gardens more bee-friendly. Who is with us?The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailToday we’re talking about one of our favourite topics: growing food in small spaces — balconies, patios, tiny backyards, fire escapes, even sunny windowsills.If you’ve ever thought:“I don’t have enough room.”“I only have a balcony.”“My yard is basically a postage stamp.”“I rent, so I can’t dig anything up.”This episode is for you.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this VERY special episode, we talk about the gardening jobs that you definitely should be doing during the month of April.  This is a very busy month in which daylight is slowly increasing and the garden is most definitely coming to life!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailSo many of us dream of setting up a flower farm, but Jen from @life_on_the_lot has done exactly this.  This week Jen sat down with Andy to talk about the story so far, the highs, lows and the learning experiences of setting up a flower farm from scratch.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week, Andy chats to Becky Searle of @sow_much_more on Instagram about how you can adopt an entirely natural approach to pest control that will actually provide long term benefits for your growing space.https://www.instagram.com/sow_much_more/The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailLance from the amazing Tomato Revolution is back on the show this week and co-hosting with Andy as they chat about all things tomato growing.  We talk about when to sow your tomatoes, why too much heat can be a bad thing for your seedlings, and Lance even recommends some unusual varieties to grow.Check them out here:https://www.tomatorevolution.co.uk/The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we deep dive into the wonderful world of hardy herbs, that don't mind the cold days of early Spring and actually fill a gap in the garden.This week our business - Urban Herbs - opened it's online shop for Spring orders and we are so grateful to you for your support.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week Kate presents a huge list of jobs that are really important to do in the March garden, while Andy drinks tea and worries about just now much weeding will be required!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week Andy is definitely coming off a long run up, with a few things to get off this chest as he shares the things that he feels are stopping you from growing a beautiful garden.  Do you agree with him?The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we focus on seed sowing.  We know that so many of you will be sowing your own seeds over the next few weeks (if your windowsills aren't covered already!) so we wanted to share our own seed sowing advice, which is advice that we have genuinely learned over the last two decades growing things!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we talk all things growing potatoes.  We talk about how you can plant, nurture and harvest your own beautiful potatoes, introduce you to an expert merchant of seed potatoes and even launch the first-ever competition on the Growing up Podcast.  Make sure you listen until the end for the chance to win your own seed potatoes.https://www.jamiesonbrothers.com/scottish-seed-potatoes?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=21794400387&utm_content=&utm_term=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21800793251&gbraid=0AAAAADpBBJPB6Y5notvcqQZfcbdBUv8JY&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4pvMBhDYARIsAGfgwvyzqmMybLuUx606BAwZTDGzJmNp-gTeW9TMDGitPW5Y_oVsbryORpIaAq9UEALw_wcBThe Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we talk about the busy gardening month of February, in which both wearing a warm hat AND getting outside into the growing space might be equally important.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailTwo weeks ago we sat down in the afterglow of the festive season and shared some New Year Growing Resolutions - things that we both want to achieve in 2026 in the garden.  This week we attempt to turn those vague aspirations into a solid plan. Let's see how this goes....The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailWe know that so many of you love growing in raised beds - while others are in the process of building a raised bed garden this Spring.  This week we talk about raised bed gardening - our top tips for success when building your own raised bed garden - whether you are growing in a small back yard or in the process of growing a market garden!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we discuss our New Year's growing resolutions for the garden, looking back at the gardening year that has just finished and looking ahead to an exciting season ahead.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailJanuary can be a challenging month in the garden, with long, dark days and budgets feeling limited after Christmas.  It's also a great time to get creative and find some much-needed joy and recharge in the growing space.This week we are joined by Dan, the head gardener of Winterbourne House and Gardens who shares with us some top tips for getting creative in the January garden. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailPlease join us for the Christmas Party of the Growing Up Podcast.  We know there is a huge community of you who listen to our podcast each week.  We travel through the growing season, sharing it's challenges and joys.  This week we wanted to wish every single one of you a very Happy Christmas.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailJoin us with a hot drink and a mince pie as we evaluate the 2025 growing season.  in this episode, we sit by the fire and talk about our happiest memories from this year, before we dream of the growing season to come.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kate introduces us to the dark world of "bad" plants, plants that can be deadly, dangerous or just a real nuisance.  Kate's been wanting to share this episode for ages - really hope you enjoy it.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week, Andy talks about jobs that you can and definitely SHOULD complete in the December garden.  The build up to Christmas is a really special, magical time but it all provides an opportunity for chill out and recharge in the garden.  Grab yourself a mince pie, a Christmas jumper and a trowel and embrace December gardening.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailJoin us as Andy discusses how you can plant garlic successfully to ensure the best harvest possible next year and Kate details her mission to ensure that Christmas Poinsettias last beyond the festive period!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this video, I sit down and talk to Ed, one of the founders of Roots Allotments, regarding some of the criticism levelled at Roots as a business.  As a Roots Allotment plot holder, I was keen to establish the truth surrounding some of the accusations that I had read online, and Ed was amazing in re-assuring and addressing those concerns head on.The passion in Ed's voice is incredible as he talks about the joy surrounding growing, but the harsh reality that it is increasingly important for us to have access to a growing space.  I have so much respect for Ed, being willing to talk to honestly and transparently.  I found this chat incredibly reassuring and inspiring and hope you do too.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailWill Petty has had an amazing journey, from working in special effects for TV and Film to now running an incredible family run lanscaping company, designing and building inspirational gardens.Will's story is incredible and we really hope that you enjoy hearing it and find it as inspirational as we do.Check out Will's Company: https://www.jwlandscapes.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacqandwillslandscapes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacqwillslandscapesThe Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we discuss the jobs you should be doing in your November garden.  Grab yourself a drink and join Andy and Kate for November gardening chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week we travel back to Victorian times and discuss the phenomenon of Victorian Plant Hunters.  Have you heard of 'Orchidmania'?  You might just have caught it by the end of this episode.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kate is joined by her sister on the podcast to talk about how why she doesn't garden, what she feels are barriers to beginning her growing journey, and together they plan her perfect growing space.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailEverything that you have ever wanted to know about polytunnels.  This week we deep dive into polytunnel growing.  Over the last few months, we've received loads of questions about building and growing within a polytunnel, and this week we wanted to answer those questions within one very geeky podcast episode.Put the kettle on, close the polytunnel door and join us for a deep dive into the world of polytunnel growing.  Much of what we talk about will also be very relevant to those of you growing in greenhouses too!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailHow did it get to October already?  In this episode, we talk through the jobs that we really think you should be doing in the garden during the month of October.  Join us as we enjoy a hot drink and plan out our gardening adventures and plans this month.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we look back to the episodes we recorded back in January 2025, in which Andy and Kate both boldly made New Year's growing resolutions and sat down together with a cup of tea to plan the season ahead.Nine months later, in this week's episode, we listen back to our plans and ask how many of our resolutions came true this year so far.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we chat and share our honest tips and advice for anyone who is thinking of starting a business in horticulture.  We don't sugarcoat this and talk really honestly about the realities of this idea.Andy often receives messages asking for advice about starting a business within the horticulture sector, so many messages that it is impossible to respond to all of them.  In this episode, we try to answer the questions that we think its important to ask.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailThis week, Andy attempts to convince you to join him in adopting an autumnal gardening mindset, of embracing the deceleration of growth and actually embarking on some gardening adventures this autumn.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kate takes us for an evening outing into the night garden.  It's a magical, special place and we wanted to spend a little time there.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailHow did we get to September already? For us, this is such an exciting month, a time of change silhouetted in gorgeous low-level sunlight.  Grab yourself a mug, and join us as we chat through gardening jobs that you can be completing in the month of September.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we chat to Lucie Ponsford of Mimosa Design about designing gardens for the future.  This is a seriously inspirational, hopeful chat about the future of garden design that provides a vision of new build gardens that are sustainable and anything but generic and boring.Find out more about Lucie and her work here:https://mimosagardendesign.com/The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

Send us Fan MailAt the beginning of our third season, we just wanted to take the time to reintroduce ourselves at your hosts.In our second-ever episode, Kate spoke very honestly about her journey and we wanted to update that story, almost two years later.  We talk about feeding carnivorous plants with spaghetti and the realities of dealing with a chronic illness while having fun growing things.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us!Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356