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Delicious Annual Vegetables & Edible Flowers - Episode 66 May 05, 2022

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Summer and Autumn are getting longer, which brings us more time to fill our gardens with wonderful edibles and their delightful accompanying scents.

From the reliably sweet Sungold Tomato to a favourite of Arthur’s, Lemon Verbena, you’re bound to discover an edible variety in episode 66 of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ that’ll put the delicious finishing touches on one of Sarah’s many recipes this week.

In this episode, discover:

Delicious varieties of edibles, from mint and courgettes to the great multi-purpose Nasturtium
Tips on how to grow the most sweet scented tomatoes for maximum flavour
Several of Sarah’s favourite, mouth-watering recipes
Arthur’s incredibly nifty trick for revitalising mint in your pots

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Sustainability at the Heart of Rookery Farm with David Robinson #BONUS May 05, 2022

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Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Rookery Farm Nursery, and the indomitable David Robinson has been a major piece of the puzzle for over a decade.

The land has been in David’s family for over 100 years, so it’s a delight to delve into that rich history on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, where we learn how the nursery began, and some of the sustainable practices that might inspire you to become more environmentally friendly in your gardening too.

In this episode, discover:

The fascinating, illustrious history of David’s family at Rookery Farm Nursery
How Sarah & David began their 14 years of working together
Our approach to sustainability at Rookery Farm, from reusing water and greenhouses to being peat & chemical-free

David Robinson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-robinson-3b33b986/

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Annual Seedlings at our Lincolnshire Nursery - Episode 65 Apr 28, 2022

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This week we’re delighted to bring you a special episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ on location at our spectacular nursery in Lincolnshire!

It’s Arthur’s first time here, and what a perfect time to chat about seedlings, the care they need to reach their growing potential, how we tend to mother stock, and the most exciting varieties that Sarah’s looking forward to bringing into a future catalogue.

In this episode, discover:

The love, care and work that the nursery puts into every seedling
Some of Sarah’s most inspiring finds at the nursery, from the fragrant Heliotropium Reva to the striking Calceolaria Kentish Hero
Sarah’s history with the nursery at Rookery Farm

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Reflecting Natural Beauty in Pottery with Emma Bridgewater - Episode 64 Apr 21, 2022

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The Great Pottery Throw Down has brought a lovely dose of attention to the art of pottery and the city of Stoke, and making the most of that with her dazzling designs is an old friend of Sarah’s - Emma Bridgewater.

Emma’s story and passion for channelling the gorgeous beauty of our gardens into her work is part of what makes her range so charming, and you’re bound to feel inspired to get creative hearing about her enthusiasm on this week’s episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’.

In this episode, discover:

How nature and gardening have inspired Emma’s creative endeavours throughout her life
The extraordinary story behind the blossoming growth of her pottery business
Inspiring flowers and lovely wildlife that make Emma’s designs so uplifting at this time of year
Emma’s B-Corp journey, and how it shows our growing appreciation for sustainability & the natural world

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Falastin: A Delightful Exploration of Palestinian Cuisine with Sami Tamimi & Tara Wigley - Episode 63 Apr 14, 2022

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One of the most vivid ways to uncover the culture and history of a place is through a cookbook, which is part of the charm behind Falastin - Sami Tamimi & Tara Wigley’s lovely book of Palestinian cuisine.

Sami & Tara join us on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ to share the story behind their desire to focus on Palestinian recipes, tell tales from their travels through the area where affection is shown through food, and offer up just a few of the simple, mouth-watering recipes from the book.

In this episode, discover:

A myriad of delicious, easy to make recipes from Sami & Tara’s exploration of Palestinian cuisine
The spark of inspiration behind the duo’s book, Falastin
Remarkable stories from their visit to Aida Youth Centre, where they found joy in food
The importance of quality olive oil, and where to acquire amazing, thick Palestinian olive oil here in the UK

Photo by Jenny Zarins.
Tara Wigley: https://www.instagram.com/tara.wigley/?hl=en
Sami Tamimi: https://www.instagram.com/sami_tamimi/
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The Wonderful Experience of Re-Homing Commercial Hens with Jane Howorth MBE - Episode 62 Apr 07, 2022

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We’ve covered the joys of looking after feathered friends on the podcast before, but what’s lovely about this week’s guest is that she’s shined a light on adopting ex-commercial hens as our coop-companions.

Founding the British Hen Welfare Trust in 2005, Jane Howorth has earned an MBE of her services to hens, and joins us to share the inspiring initiatives the trust has created, why former battery hens are a lovely pet to adopt, and how to keep them healthy & happy.

In this episode, discover:

What battery farms once looked like, and the slight improvements made to conditions in recent years
How Jane opened doors to create rehoming sites for end-of-lay hens
Tips for keeping battery hens happy and healthy, from proper feeding to security and proper handling
Balancing space for hens with a garden otherwise devoted to gorgeous flowers

Jane Howorth MBE:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-howorth-63a01b70/?originalSubdomain=uk

British Hen Welfare Trust:
https://www.bhwt.org.uk/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/british-hen-welfare-trust/
https://www.instagram.com/britishhenwelfaretrust/
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Designing Creative Cut Flower Arrangements with Milli Proust - Episode 61 Mar 31, 2022

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Milli Proust's gorgeous cut flower arrangements are testament to her artistic eye and passion for sustainable growing, something you can see more of in her marvellous upcoming book, ‘From Seed To Bloom’. Bestowed with hands-on creativity and the inspirational stoicism of her grandmother, she now shares her delightful flowers with the world.

It’s a pleasure for Arthur to chat to Milli on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ this week about how she manages so much with her limited space, her love for the magic of a homegrown rose, and how you can learn the gardening methods that work for you.

In this episode, discover:

The magic of a Rose grown with the touch of weather and handmade love & care
How careful planning and healthy biodiversity helps Milli to make the most of her limited space
Dutch still life-inspired styles of flower arrangement
Which bushes and shrubs can enhance a space for the flowers you grow
Varieties of Sweet Peas and Tulips ideal for scent and spectacle

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Superb Standouts from Our Summer & Late-Summer Catalogue - Episode 60 Mar 24, 2022

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As the clocks leap forward, so too does our focus for the year’s flowers. It’s a wonderful time now to think about your summer garden, whether you’re looking for scent from cut flowers or the most exhilarating colour in your flower bed.

On ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ this week, Sarah & Arthur pick out their favourite flowers from our summer and late-summer catalogue, from the exciting, brand new Dahlia Abigail, to delicious African Blue Basil.

In this episode, discover:

Our highlights from an exciting seasonal range of flowers
Why strawflowers are becoming a fashionable and rewarding flower for cutting
The joys of our bold, brand new Dahlia Abigail, a hit with bees & butterflies
Which varieties of Pelargonium offer the most vivid, delightful scents
Tips on keeping African Blue Basil lively as an edible arrangement

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MINI-SERIES: Beginner’s Guide to Pots Mar 23, 2022

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As we bring this beginner gardening miniseries to a close, it’d be remiss of us not to cover containers, for the more urban gardeners looking to jazz up a windowsill or tabletop with a marvellous centrepiece.

From piecing together a stage-like display with tiers to sizing up the largest pot your windowsill will take, Sarah & Arthur share the most vivacious plants for those of us looking to make a small space look and smell it’s very best.

In this episode, discover:

Which high-performing plants bring the sense of grandeur to smaller, container settings
How to structure pots to create a stage-like setup
Sarah’s tips for picking a ‘thriller, filler, pillar & spiller’ in a dazzling tabletop pot

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MINI-SERIES: Beginner’s Guide to Colour Mar 23, 2022

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Colour is an element of gardening that has captured both Sarah and Arthur’s eyes since their youngest years, and can be far more invigorating than structure or arrangement alone.

In this episode of our miniseries, we take a look at the main colour palettes from which to paint your garden space with colour cohesion, whether you prefer sleek but muted collections, or bold, dazzling ensembles.

In this episode, discover:

Sarah’s ‘Bride, Bridesmaid & Gatecrasher’ method for creating beautiful and vivid bunches of flowers
4 main colour palettes, and the strongest, most dazzling flowers within each of them
How you can draw inspiration from nature, wildlife and a wealth of colour books when creating your own colourful ensemble

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