What are heirloom seeds and why do they matter? In this episode, Martha and Jamie are joined by Lucy Hutchings and Kate Cotterill from She Grows Veg. They explore the wonderful world of heirloom seeds, what makes them different, unusual varieties you should give a grow, and why flavour, diversity and storytelling matter in growing food. From storage tomatoes you can eat in winter and seeds for a changing climate, to biodiversity and the future of our food, this episode is packed with practical ideas and fresh perspective.

And If you would like to grow our seed of the week, you can find the link below:

Storage Tomato Hanging Prince:

https://shegrowsveg.com/product/storage-tomato-hanging-prince/

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Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton

Video Editor and Socials: Thomas Griffin

Artwork: Rare Studio

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In this episode, Martha and Jamie break discuss how to get our gardens summer ready! and how to grow heat loving fruit, veg and flowers successfully in the UK. They explain what tender plants are, how to protect them, and how to avoid common mistakes that lead to failure. From melons and cucumbers to beans, tomatoes and summer flowers such as cosmos, zinnias, sunflowers and more, they share practical advice to help you grow more food with less frustration. We will even discover the fastinating origin of the cavendish banana.

And If you would like to grow our seed of the week, or some of the other varieties we discussed, you can find the links below:

Melon Rich Sweetness:

https://shegrowsveg.com/product/melon-rich-sweetness/

Cosmos Apricot Lemonade:

https://shegrowsveg.com/product/cosmos-apricot-lemonade/

We love hearing your questions and comments - so please do get in touch:

hello@homegrownpod.com

Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton

Video Editor and Socials: Thomas Griffin

Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Martha and Jamie explore the varied and intriguing world of perennial vegetables and why they are one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to grow food. From interesting ways to use classic crops like asparagus and rhubarb, to unusual perennials you may not of heard of - but will want to grow! they break down how to plant once and harvest for years, reduce effort in the garden, and build long-term growing systems.

And If you would like to grow our seed of the week, or some of the other varieties we discussed, you can find the links below:

Perennial Nodding Onion:

https://shegrowsveg.com/product/perennial-nodding-onion/

Perennial Onion Red Bunching:

https://shegrowsveg.com/product/perennial-onion-red-bunching/

We love hearing your questions and comments - so please do get in touch:

hello@homegrownpod.com

Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton

Video Editor and Socials: Thomas Griffin

Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.