🎙️ Episode 1: Welcome to LoveGarden — My Unexpected Journey to Herbal Wellness 

Welcome to LoveGarden! In this very first episode, I'm Lerene, your host, and I'm sharing the surprising origin story of this podcast and my journey into natural wellness.

If you think I’m a seasoned gardener, think again! I'll reveal why my passion for herbs started not with a green thumb, but with a simple desire for convenient and cheaper ingredients. You'll hear about my new beginning on a farm in the Swartland, Western Cape of South Africa, and how a few wise, older friends sparked my fascination with medicinal plants.

This episode details the challenges of starting a garden from scratch, the supportive role of my partner Jon, and how my patch of earth ultimately became a "garden of love".

Get comfortable and grab a cup of your favorite tea. We're also giving you a sneak peek at the incredible pioneer herb—Calendula—that started it all and will be the topic of our next deep dive! Thanks for listening, and welcome to the LoveGarden family!