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June 9, 2025 23 mins

Every gardener needs to hear these 10 gardening truths - whether you’re a total beginner, have a huge homestead, an allotment plot, back garden or a few pots on your windowsill, this episode is for you.

 

This week I’m sharing heartfelt reminders, gentle advice, and a few hard-earned lessons from the plot - all to lift your spirits, give you some gardening encouragement and help you feel more confident in your gardening journey.

 

Some of the things you’ll hear about are:

 

* Why you are exactly the right person for your garden

* Why not all advice is good advice

* Why you shouldn’t discount those small harvests

 

So grab a cuppa or head out to the allotment and let’s talk garden!

 

00:00 – Introduction  

00:54 – No. 1: Sometimes Seeds Don’t Germinate  

02:39 – No. 2: You Know More Than You Think You Do  

05:33 – No. 3: All Success Counts  

07:27 – No. 4: Look for Inspiration, Not Comparison  

09:09 – No. 5: One Rule Does Not Fit All  

10:54 – No. 6: Some Seasons Are Better Than Others  

14:15 – No. 7: Gardeners Are Always Learning  

16:17 – No. 8: Not All Advice Is Good Advice  

18:24 – No. 9: It’s Good to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone  

20:04 – No. 10: Is It Worth It? (Yes, It Is)

 

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Intro music: Exciting news by Diamond_tunes - used with thanks

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