Growing Up Podcast

Andy Perry and Kate Perry

For those who love to grow, who are happiest in the garden, allotment or greenhouse. Hosted by Andy and Kate, a green-fingered couple who love growing, and are on a mission to share the joy of all things plant-related.

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Jul 22, 2024 · 38 min
Gardening for wellbeing: we talk honestly about just how important this is.
Send us Fan Mail Gardening for wellbeing is a commonly used term, isn't it? Sometimes, perhaps it can sound like a marketing 'buzz phrase' but to us, this is a very real concept and one that has really changed our lives at various points over the last couple of years. We talk honestly about why gardening can boost wellbeing and how we think it can really help you too. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jul 15, 2024 · 43 min
What can you sow in July? Isn't the gardening season over?
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we chat about seeds that you can sow, now in the month of July. We talk about the importance of looking forward and mention a really special food-growing revolution happening in Inner City Birmingham. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jul 8, 2024 · 53 min
The magic of biennials and the realities of starting a flower farm during a very wet spring.
Send us Fan Mail We chat to Melanie Purcell of @bishybarnabeescottagegarden about the realities of starting a flower farm during a spring in which the weather doesn't play ball. We talk about the magic of sowing biennials during summer and the hope that they bring. You really don't want to miss this chat - we felt so inspired after talking to Melanie and Kate has a huge shopping list to get from Melanie's website: https://www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com/ The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jul 1, 2024 · 45 min
Jobs for the Summer Herb Garden - it's all about looking forwards,
Send us Fan Mail Summer is such an exciting time in the herb garden. It's a time in which the pace of nature accelerates and there is so much to do among a firework display of colour, flavour and fragrance in the herb garden. However, this week on the Growing Up Podcast it's all about looking forwards too... to the season that is yet to come. We are gardening in four dimensions and we absolutely love it. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jun 24, 2024 · 42 min
Behind the scenes at Gardeners World LIVE. Horticulture is changing and we LOVE it.
Send us Fan Mail This week we take you behind the scenes to talk about our experiences behind the scenes working at BBC Gardeners World and Good Food Show last week. We discuss some of the amazing people who made the event so special and talk to Steph who created a simply magical show garden. We saw such positive things last week that we simply had to tell you about them in this episode. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jun 18, 2024 · 43 min
Growing Tomatoes - top tips from Tomato Revolution
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by Lance, Tomato Growing expert who runs Tomato Revolution. Get ready for a very geeky, in-depth deep dive into growing your own Tomatoes. If you like growing your own, gardening and chilled-out podcast chat, the Growing Up Podcast is the place for you! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jun 10, 2024 · 41 min
Gardening Jobs for June
Send us Fan Mail We have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of June, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work! It gave us a great chance to shelter from the rain and warm up too! Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of June. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Jun 4, 2024 · 48 min
The reality of flower farming, floristry and the love of flowers.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we chat with Carole of Tuckshop Flowers - a small-scale florist and flower grower - who 10 years ago actually grew and designed the flowers for our wedding. This is a really interesting chat with someone who has genuinely built a long-lasting and flourishing business within the floristry sector with an infectious love of flowers. Enjoy the chat, everyone. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
May 28, 2024 · 49 min
Polytunnel Growing 101
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about everything related to polytunnel growing. Andy is a self-confessed 'polytunnel geek' and was so excited to record this episode. We talk about choosing a type of polytunnel, where to put it and share our top polytunnel growing tips! Do you have any questions? Please feel free to message us on Instagram! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
May 24, 2024 · 7 min
Emergency Episode: Andy is going to be on TV!!
Send us Fan Mail So....we've been keeping a secret - a pretty big secret! On Saturday 25th May we will be appearing on James Martin's Saturday Morning on ITV, telling the story of our business as James Martin uses our herbs to cook some delicious dishes. We are super excited to finally be able to share this news! So who is going to be tuning in? The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
May 20, 2024 · 46 min
Teaching school kids to grow food within inner city Birmingham.
Send us Fan Mail In this quite emotional episode, Andy and Kate talk about their adventures teaching school kids how to grow food within inner city Birmingham. We explain why this is incredibly important and share the ups and downs of a first, very exciting year. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
May 13, 2024 · 45 min
Gardening Jobs for May
Send us Fan Mail We have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of May, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work! Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of May. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
May 7, 2024 · 47 min
Sowing seeds in May? Come to the garden centre with us...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Andy and Kate escape the recording studio and record undercover at a local garden centre. You can sow loads of exciting seeds in May and even if you are just starting out your gardening adventures this spring - you can absolutely join the growing party! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Apr 29, 2024 · 43 min
Planning Mum and Dad's Garden
Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling a bit 'behind' in this very strange spring season that we are having here in the UK? You aren't alone, but it's important to remember that we are all in the same boat, which is just as well given the amount of rain we've had. In this week's episode, Andy's Mum and Dad join us in the studio as we plan a new garden for them, and reflect on the joys of clay soil, wild flowers and thyme lawns. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Apr 22, 2024 · 49 min
Wellbeing, mindfulness and the importance of taking time in your garden for yourself.
Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, we chat with Kendall Marie Platt about the importance of taking time for yourself and prioritising self-care through gardening. We chat with Kendall about why this is so important and the work that she is doing to raise awareness about this increasingly important subject. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Apr 15, 2024 · 41 min
Gardening through April showers - is anyone else feeling soggy?
Send us Fan Mail We've had a few April showers so far this month and we are feeling a little bit soggy! In this episode we talk about the realities of gardening during the month of April and share some tips about getting the most from your April garden. It's important to share a positive message that as gardeners, we all love to moan about the weather, but it really does keep our lives interesting doesn't it? This episode of the Growing Up Podcast is sponsored by the fabulous outdoor clothing brand Revolution Race. This is a brand that we really do believe in, we wear their clothing almost every day and are really excited to be able to share them with you as listeners of our podcast. Please check out Revolution Race and use the discount code ANDY15 which is valid from the 15th April until 22nd April 2024. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Apr 8, 2024 · 39 min
Bringing wildlife into your growing space.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss how you can bring wildlife into your growing space, boost your local environment and eco system and also boost productivity. We discuss the perils of working with frogs and every gardeners favourite topic: slugs. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Apr 1, 2024 · 44 min
Gardening Jobs for April - SUCH an exciting month in the growing space.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by Ed from Roots Allotments to chat through essential gardening jobs for the month of April. Some of you will just be getting started in the garden whereas others will have windowsills absolutely filled with seedlings. Either way, we have you covered in this week's episode! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Mar 25, 2024 · 50 min
Leaving corporate world to grow plants, one year on does Kate have any regrets?
Send us Fan Mail Almost exactly a year ago, Kate formally came to work full-time at Urban Herbs, growing, selling and promoting herb plants as a full-time job. She left behind a full-time job in event management and so this shift represented a dramatic change. One year later Kate answers the questions that you have sent in to ask her about her dramatic career change. This turned into a really honest chat about the rollercoaster year that we have had and we hope that it represents a hopeful message to many of you out there who are considering similar changes. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356
Mar 18, 2024 · 41 min
Medieval gardening - we travel back in time.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we travel back in time, to a world that didn't have easy access to medicine or reliable food supplies. We discuss a world in which gardens were vitally important and provide a really interesting insight into the medieval world. Andy was once a history student and this episode of the Growing Up Podcast might just be his favourite yet. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️ https://rb.gy/55t356