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The Veg Grower Podcast

Richard
Gardening
Composting
Allotment Gardening
Plant Feeds
Vegetable Growing
Compost
Slugs and Snails
Vegetable Gardening
Organic Gardening
Focaccia Recipe
Kitchen Gardening
Fertilizers
Gardening Routine
Parsnips
Seaweed Feed
Tomato Feed
Dragon's Egg Cucumber
Gardening Tips
Hazel Sticks
Rhubarb

If you are interested in growing your own food , then this is the podcast for you. Each week Join Richard Suggett as he shares his experience of growing food in his allotment and back garden.

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This week on the Veg Grower Podcast I’ve been busy with one of my favourite tasks of the year — planting garlic. Added to that, there are new chickens in the kitchen garden, and I share my thoughts on green manures as we move into autumn.

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This week on the Veg Grower Podcast, the weather has been the main story. With heavy showers and strong winds, I’ve had to adapt my plans in both the kitchen garden and on the allotment.

Kitchen Garden Update

At home, the wet weather kept me indoor... more

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This week on the Veg Grower Podcast I have been busy on both the allotment and in the kitchen garden. September always feels like the start of a new gardening year and with that in mind I have been preparing beds, harvesting plenty, and even picking ... more

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As we step into September, the garden is changing pace – and this week I’ve been keeping dry in the shed, sowing our seed of the month: watercress, catching rainwater, and tidying up the allotment between showers.

Seed of the Month: Watercress

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Richard Suggett
Host of a gardening podcast, sharing personal experiences and tips from his allotment and gardening journey.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • A Great Listen

    Really glad I have stumbled upon this podcast. Full of useful insights and great content. I love hearing what has worked and the things that haven’t. Give me so much inspiration to get out and do more gardening! Thanks for all your hard work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linemansparko
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Love it!

    Your podcast was recommended to me by my mom, who found out about you from the Bald Explorer. I’m glad she did. In one of your episodes you talked about doing community work for every review you receive, which I thought was a lovely idea, so here I am! I look forward to the podcast each week and it’s interesting to see how your gardening journey differs from mine based on your location in the south. I am probably a month behind you here on my allotment up by the moors in West Yorkshire! From our... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura in West Yorkshire
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Love this Podcast!

    My usual approach to growing veg is a bit “give it a go and see what happens”. I love how down to earth and simple this podcast makes it all. It really gives a bit of gentle structure to my haphazard gardening and I’mm looking forward to vastly increasing my crop with the help of the guidance provided!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanWhoRuns
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Great weekly dose of gardening advice.

    Great show, Richard takes you though each subject in a really engaging way with lots of helpful tip and tricks along the way. Huge back catalogue to enjoy too, super helpful as I’ve just got the keys to my first allotment. Keep it up 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ben johnson 0011
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • #577

    Thank you so much for this episode, Richard - full of great advice for growing up here in the Highlands. Very much appreciated. Joanna

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nickname - JRG
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Overall, the podcast is seen as a valuable resource for both novice and seasoned gardeners.
The relatable anecdotes and community-oriented discussions resonate strongly with the audience.
Listeners appreciate the down-to-earth advice and practical gardening tips shared each week.
Many find the podcast to be an engaging and supportive companion for their gardening journey.
Several reviews highlight the culinary insights as a bonus that enriches the gardening experience.

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#623 – Wet Weekend Gardening and Stormy Skies
Q: How do you stop slugs and other things from totally annihilating the pumpkin?
Using wool pellets in the planting hole can help deter slugs and snails, as well as encouraging natural predators like birds to keep their population in check.
Seed Saving, Slug Battles & A Summer Squash Supper – Episode 619
Q: I'm just wondering if you've got any tips really about how to keep the slugs off them.
Richards suggests using copper tape around pots to deter slugs, encouraging wildlife like birds and frogs, collecting slugs for chickens, and using traps.
#620 Summer Pruning, Soil Testing, and Fermentation: Making the Most of the Harvest
Q: Have you ever thought about fermentation as a storage method?
Richard shares that he used to be heavily into cooking and preserving but plans to revisit fermentation techniques due to rising food costs.
#618 Hot Compost Success, Green Manures & Why We Grow Our Own Food
Q: What are your reasons for growing your own food?
Growing my own food provides peace of mind, premium quality food, and self-sufficiency, rather than just saving money.
613 – Filling the Gaps, Compost Trials & The Great Driveway Move
Q: Do you grow Pak Choy, Richard? Any tips?
Richard suggests growing Pak Choy in the spring or autumn, as it bolts easily in the summer heat. He recommends consistently moist soil and a bit of shade to keep it cool.

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What is The Veg Grower Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers practical insights and advice on growing one's own food, making it an essential resource for both novice and experienced gardeners. The host shares weekly updates from his allotment and backyard, discussing seasonal topics, innovative gardening techniques, and personal experiences that resonate with listeners. Key themes include sustainable gardening practices, food security, composting, and managing pests, with an interactive approach that encourages listener engagement and community building around gardening. Unique culinary perspectives are also woven throughout, with recipe segments that highlight homegrown ingredients.

Listeners can expect reliable, down-to-earth advice delivered in an approachable manner, creating... more

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