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• S3 Ep 4 Potatoes

  This week we talk to Del, from Dishes with Del, our super chef with a bubbly 'can do' attitude to using up a glut of produce. TimestampsWe begin with a nice cup of Sage leaf tea3.50 Dishes with Del6.33 Veg of the week - Potatoes11.35 Crop Rotation21.00 Phenology - Dandelion24.05 Garden Tasks - Frost reminder - Waning phase - Barren Period35.20 Food Forest guidelines38.52 Book of the Week - The Self-Sufficiency Garden - Huw Richards & Sam CooperSupport the showYou can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter where you are in the world, you can dip back into earlier episodes to match the season you’re in right now. Just look at the titles (e.g. Spring Ep3) and choose the ones that line up with your own garden season — that way, the advice will always be spot-on and timely for you.

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• S3 Ep 3 Blueberries and Raspberries

  Right Plant, Right Place – Root Crops & BerriesIn this episode, It's the October full-moon gardening phase — a perfect time to cultivate soil and sow root crops across all four NZ planting zones. You’ll learn what to plant now, how to get the best results in your region, and why this phase of the moon is ideal for “spoiling your soil.”Our Fruit of the Week takes a closer look at blueberries and raspberries — where they came from, how they’ve adapted, and why their specific soil and climate needs truly reinforce our mantra: right plant, right place. Discover the fascinating history of these berries, from Roman gardens and North American forests to New Zealand’s modern orchards — now spanning around 800 hectares and up to two million blueberry plants nationwide!                                                                                                                                This week’s Tea of the Week is Dandelion Tea — the humble lawn weed that doubles as a spring cleanser — and we review two brilliant books: 📘 The Well Gardened Mind by Sue Stuart-Smith – rediscovering nature in the modern world. 📗 The 1000 Most-Asked Gardening Questions by Daphne Ledward – packed with seasonal soil and planting wisdom.00:08 - Introduction 00:34 - Tea of the week: Dandelion 05:43 – Recapping last week – cover Brassicas06:54 – If you haven’t got a garden 09:07 – Tasks of the week 09:43 -  Preparing Root Crop beds12:45 – What Root crops can you sew in your zone?16:53 – The Secret to a really good compost?22:09 – Where to build your compost23:56 – Hot vs Cold Compost25:23 – Seasonal reminders26:55 – Lawn Care28:37 – Inviting in Beneficial pests29:39 – Fruit of the week - Blueberries37:13 – Second Fruit of the week – Raspberries44:57 – Book of the week, the Well Gardened Mind50:26 The 1000 most asked gardening questions51:51 Episode Round UpSupport the showYou can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter where you are in the world, you can dip back into earlier episodes to match the season you’re in right now. Just look at the titles (e.g. Spring Ep3) and choose the ones that line up with your own garden season — that way, the advice will always be spot-on and timely for you.

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• Season 3 Episode 2

  Episode SummarySpring has to be one of the four best seasons - and we’ve packed this episode with ideas to get you motivated in the garden.Hannah, my new co-host, has learned the ropes quickly, and I’m so grateful for her company, editing skills, and lively garden conversations.Today’s tea is Rosemary - known for its stimulating, energising qualities. In the Language of Flowers (Floriography), rosemary symbolises affectionate remembrance, memory, love, and friendship. Traditionally, it’s been used as a token of remembrance at funerals and as a sign of love and loyalty at weddings. Students in ancient Greece even tucked sprigs behind their ears to sharpen memory during exams. Modern science now confirms that rosemary may gently boost memory and focus, thanks to its unique brain-protective compounds.TimestampsWe will update this asapLinks Mentioned in this EpisodeBeth Chatto – www.bethchatto.co.ukWe discuss Beth Chatto’s Essex garden and nursery. Ali visited in May and was especially inspired by the Dry Garden, bringing home many tips to reinforce Beth’s mantra: “Right plant, right place.”Book of the WeekThe Dry Garden by Beth ChattoAvailable to order at Next Chapter Bookshop, Wānaka. https://www.nextchapterwanaka.co.nz/Next EpisodeTesting the pH in your soil and how to amend it for different crops.Support the ShowContact us with your questions and topic requests: [email protected] us on Instagram: @yourgardencoach_nzFacebook: Your Garden CoachExplore more gardening advice, book a personal consult, and browse podcast archives: www.yourgardencoach.nzSupport the showYou can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter where you are in the world, you can dip back into earlier episodes to match the season you’re in right now. Just look at the titles (e.g. Spring Ep3) and choose the ones that line up with your own garden season — that way, the advice will always be spot-on and timely for you.

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• Season 3 Ep 1 Spring Equinox and a New Beginning

  Episode Summary: Season 3 kicks off with a heartfelt farewell to Jen and a warm welcome to Hannah as our new co-host. We jump into spring gardening with cucumbers, kawakawa tea, and homemade fertiliser hacks using weed, manure, and compost teas. Plus, we explore the history behind The Apothecaries’ Garden at the Chelsea Physic Garden, highlight seed libraries, and reflect on the Spring Equinox.   Timestamps: 00:10 - Introduction 00:37 - Farewell to Jen 02:10 – Introducing Hannah 04:55 - Tea of the Week: Kawakawa 07:44 - Sowing & Planting 10:55 - Seasonal Jobs 15:03 – Vegetable of the Week 15:38 – Plant History 16:50 – Book Review 22:03 – This Week’s Garden Hacks 27:07 – September Round-Up 27:50 - Pumpkin Power Competition 29:06 – Wrap Up  Links mentioned in this episode: In this episode, we discussed the Chelsea Physic Garden, London's oldest botanic garden - home to over 4,500 medicinal, edible, and useful plants www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk  Ali couldn't leave the gift shop until she'd bought a copy of: Sue Minter’s Book – The Apothecaries’ Garden A New History of the Chelsea Physic Garden. Sue Minter examines its history and many notable achievements.  Available to order at Next Chapter Bookshop, Wanaka  Next Episode:....  Beth Chatto: Ali shares observations from her visit to this Essex, UK garden  Support the show You can contact us with your questions and topic requests at [email protected]  Follow us on Instagram @yourgardencoach_nz and Facebook, Your Garden Coach  where we regularly upload interesting gardening tips and share our podcast community’s successes And don’t forget to head to our website www.yourgardencoach.nz for more in-depth gardening advice, to book a personal garden consult, and to search topics in the podcast archives.  Happy Gardening!  Support the showYou can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter where you are in the world, you can dip back into earlier episodes to match the season you’re in right now. Just look at the titles (e.g. Spring Ep3) and choose the ones that line up with your own garden season — that way, the advice will always be spot-on and timely for you.

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• Autumn Season 2 Episode 28

  🎉🌿 New Episode Out Now! 🌿🎉We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our latest giveaways! Congratulations to the winner of Foraging by Peter Langlands And congratulations to the winner of the Autumn Hamper from Kings Seeds!A huge thank you to Penguin Books and Kings Seeds for making these prizes possible. In this episode, we’re also sharing 12 fantastic book suggestions to keep you inspired and cosy through the winter months. Wishing you a wonderful winter full of warmth, good reads, and garden dreams!#NewEpisode #YourGardenCoachNZ #GiveawayWinners #WinterReadingList #ThankYou #GardenPodcast #WinterWellnessSupport the showYou can contact us at [email protected] Seasonal listening tip: No matter where you are in the world, you can dip back into earlier episodes to match the season you’re in right now. Just look at the titles (e.g. Spring Ep3) and choose the ones that line up with your own garden season — that way, the advice will always be spot-on and timely for you.

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