Garden Girls Podcast

In this episode we’re talking about why gardening can be more than just a hobby — it can actually be an act of resistance.For most of human history, growing food was a normal part of everyday life. But in modern society we’ve become increasingly disconnected from where our food comes from and dependent on systems that feel out of our control.Gardening pushes back against that.Planting a garden means learning skills that our grandparents once knew by heart. It means building resilience, feeding your family, supporting pollinators, and reconnecting with the natural world.In this conversation we talk about how gardening gives people a sense of autonomy, why so many people are turning back to growing food, and how even a small backyard garden can change the way you think about food, community, and independence.Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do… is plant a seed.Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

In this episode we’re talking about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in gardening: ambiance.A beautiful garden isn’t just about what you grow — it’s about how the space feels when you’re in it. The light, the sounds, the movement, the smells, the little details that make you want to stay outside just a little longer.We’re sharing the things that make the biggest difference in creating a garden that feels like a retreat — from flowers that attract pollinators and herbs that release fragrance when you brush past them, to lighting, seating, water features, and the wildlife that bring a garden to life.Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

March is one of the most exciting months in the garden, and in this episode we’re talking about everything we’re planting right now. From cool-season crops to early spring seedlings, we walk through our full March garden plan and share what seeds are going in the ground, what we’re starting indoors, and which varieties we’re most excited about this year.We also talk about how we decide what to grow each season, crops that always earn a spot in the garden, and a few new things we’re experimenting with this spring. If you’re wondering what to plant in March or just want some inspiration for your own garden, this episode will give you plenty of ideas to get the season started.Spring planting season is officially here, and there’s nothing better than getting seeds in the soil and watching the garden wake up again.Happy growing 🌱Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

Do you really need a dark, damp basement to grow mushrooms? Is it actually safe to eat fungi you grew on a wet piece of cardboard? And why are so many people turning their shady backyard corners into mini mushroom farms? I'm breaking down the weird world of home mycology, to show you how you can transform your wasted garden space into a gourmet food forest.How to grow mushrooms ebook:https://thecottagepeach.myshopify.com/products/grow-mushrooms-at-home-ebookWhere I get my mushroom spawn:https://northspore.sjv.io/k01mnMOur main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

Did carrots really help pilots see in the dark? Was orange chosen for political reasons? And why did people believe carrots could basically fix your eyes? We’re breaking down the surprisingly spicy history of carrots, from ancient cultivation to World War II propaganda, and how one vegetable became a national symbol.

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https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/my-favorite-carrot-cake-recipe/Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*