Tales From The Potting Bench

9️⃣ Episode 9: @dragqueen_gardener

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**Now available to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts!**

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In this episode I talk to the fabulous @dragqueen_gardener! A truly unique guest on the podcast and surely an episode you won’t forget for a while!

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We talk about which came first, the gardening or drag? And what might be next for the Drag Queen Gardener.

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This was the last episode in the current season but I’ll be back in the new year for more gardening fun on Season 2. There is something new in the pipeline too so watch this space!

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8️⃣ Episode 8: @ellenmarygardening.

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 Join me as I talk to Ellen Mary (@ellenmarygardening) as we discuss, among other thing, the wonderful world of gardening for wellbeing! 

Ellen’s book ‘The Joy Of Gardening’ is out now and is available in Waterstones and all good bookshops. You can also find the link there to the podcast she doesn’t with @mrplantgeek, Michael Perry - ‘Plant Based Podcast’

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Join me as I talk to Jane Perrone (@j.l.perrone) as we discuss growing your own indoor jungle and where to get started with houseplants! Jane’s book ‘Legends Of The Leaf’ will be out next year and you can preorder it through the link in her Instagram Bio. You can also find the link there to her podcast ‘On The Ledge’. If you enjoyed this then why not follow Jane for more? . Subscribe today to get the next episode directly to your podcast player each week . Thank you for listening to this episode of #TalesFromThePottingBench

In this bonus mini episode I caught up with Lee Connelly otherwise know as @skinnyjeangardener on Instagram

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Lee is known for his work with both CBBC and Blue Peter and has huge plans with helping schools educate children on the fundamental importance of gardening knowing what you’re growing!

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This bonus episode was recorded during the RHS Malvern Autumn Show in September 2021

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Join me as I talk to Ben Cross (@alstroemeriaben) as we discuss the British grown flowers, the humble Alstroemeria and the sustainability of the past!

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The tireless work that Ben does to raise awareness of imported flowers is nothing short of incredible. Some very eye opening stats in this chat I’m sure you’ll not want to miss.

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Join me as I talk to garden designer Matthew Wilson (@matthewwilsongardens) as we discuss the Chelsea Flower Show, the future of gardening and much more.

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Matthew was recently voted as one of the top 50 garden designers by House and Garden Magazine and you can really understand why after hearing this

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Join me as I talk to Hanna from @allotment4life on Instagram as we talk about the three years since she started her allotment and her IG account and the journey she has had in that time

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Hanna’s grid is full of hints, tips and tricks but it’s also a masterclass in reel making and how gardening can be entertaining in another form!

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Join the wonderful Lizzie and me as we discuss; how The Rose Press Garden came about and how that quickly became the brilliant business it is now, a year on.

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Lizzie is a real inspiration for both gardeners and small business owners alike, proving what determination can do in such a short period of time. But she’s also not shy of the fact that it’s bloody hard work!

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Join Mike and me as we discuss; Mike's beginnings in gardening, how that evolved into a world in front of the camera and his podcast series including the latest episode with @mr_plantgeek

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It's interesting to see Mike in the 'hot seat' instead of asking the questions himself this time so I hope you'll enjoy this chat as much as we did!

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Join Shannon and me as we discuss; how she got her allotment, no dig, her infamous teepee and how she bloody well tries to enjoy the fruits of her labour!

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