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Welcome to grow, cook, eat, arrange, the weekly podcast from gardener, writer, teacher,and cook, Sarah Raven. Over the last two decades, Sarah has led the way by introducing a new kind of productive gardening which places emphasis on intense colour, sophistication, and achievability. Recorded at the beautiful Perch Hill Farm in Sussex, Sarah talks with special guests from across garden design, floristry, food, ecology, conservation, and more. Brimming with top tips and helpful hints, listen and learn how to create your most productive garden ever. You can find out more about the products discussed in each episode or get in touch by visiting the website: https://www.sarahraven.com/

  1. Josie Lewis: The 12 best container plants for a showstopping summer display - Episode 251

    6 DAYS AGO

    Josie Lewis: The 12 best container plants for a showstopping summer display - Episode 251

    Following on from last week’s wintry themed episode on containers, this week we’re setting our sights on the summer ahead, on what’ll bring colour to your pots at the season’s peak. Josie’s absolute burning passion is containers, and this week she gives her plant picks for pots taking us through summer and autumn. Join us on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ as we delve into the ‘thriller, filler, pillar, spiller’ method for arranging containers, which combinations have stood out in their trials, and how to gently treat your flowers for maximum impact. In this episode, discover: The “thriller, filler, pillar, spiller” secret to building showstopping containers that brim with colour and texture right through summer to autumnSarah and Josie’s favourite plants that promise to lift your pots from simple to spectacularHow to keep blooms coming with gentle, tried-and-true maintenance tips, from deadheading tricks to overwintering Plant pairings and playful combinations, perfect for either grand displays or tiny terracesProducts mentioned: Pelargonium 'Designer White' (Zonal) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pelargonium-designer-white Abelia x grandiflora https://www.sarahraven.com/products/abelia-x-grandiflora Thunbergia alata 'African Sunset' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/thunbergia-african-sunset Ipomoea lobata https://www.sarahraven.com/products/ipomoea-lobata-mina-lobata Salvia 'Peach Melba' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-peach-melba Nemesia 'Lady Ruby' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/nemesia-lady-ruby Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    22 min
  2. Josie Lewis: The 12 best container plants for winter scent and spectacle - Episode 250

    27 NOV

    Josie Lewis: The 12 best container plants for winter scent and spectacle - Episode 250

    The garden’s magic needn’t be seasonal - containers can be the heroes of hue in even the coldest months. It’s time to assemble your winter containers ready to keep the scent and colour peaking, carrying us through till spring, with 12 inspiring varieties from Sarah and our Head Gardener, Josie Lewis. Join them on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ for a plethora of plants perfect for containers of any size, and how to keep them all looking their very best. In this episode, discover: Which container plants will keep your garden brimming with colour, texture, and even scent through the quiet months of winter and into springHow to outsmart common pests like vine weevil, and pick up clever, low-fuss tips for keeping containers healthy and happyInspiration for staging and arranging winter pots, transforming even a small balcony or windowsill into a cheerful displayProducts mentioned: Helleborus x glandorfensis 'Ice N' Roses Red' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/helleborus-x-glandorfensis Helleborus orientalis 'Pretty Ellen Red' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/helleborus-pretty-ellen-red Viola cornuta 'Tiger Eye Red' F1 https://www.sarahraven.com/products/viola-cornuta-tiger-eye-red-f1 Pelargonium 'Designer White' (Zonal) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pelargonium-designer-white Heuchera sanguinea 'Leuchtkafer' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/heuchera-sanguinea-leuchtkafer Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/sarcococca-hookeriana-winter-gem Narcissus 'Moonlight Sensation' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-moonlight-sensation Dutch Yard Narcissus Collection https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dutch-yard-narcissus-collection Wallflower 'Fire King' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/wallflower-fire-king Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Bannow Bay' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pittosporum-tenuifolium-bannow-bay Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    29 min
  3. Tom Stimpson: 12 top plants for superb structure in the garden - Episode 249

    20 NOV

    Tom Stimpson: 12 top plants for superb structure in the garden - Episode 249

    Whatever your garden’s size, picking plants with the right size and shape can be just as important for impact as their colour and scent. Tom Stimpson returns to ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ this week as we uncover the plants that form the backbone of beauty, function and vibrance all year round. You’ll hear hardy varieties, plants for both the garden and the kitchen, and inspiration as to where you should sow each flower for maximum impact. In this episode, discover: How to choose and incorporate shrubs and trees that provide essential structure and year-round appeal to your gardenPractical tips for caring for favorites like hydrangea, abelia, acer, olive, and more, even in small spaces and potsInspiring stories and ideas to turn plant selection and garden challenges into creative opportunitiesHow to tackle common issues like box blight, and expert alternatives to keep your garden thriving and beautifulProducts mentioned: Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Fresco' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-little-fresco Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' AGM https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-limelight Abelia x grandiflora https://www.sarahraven.com/products/abelia-x-grandiflora Cornus kousa 'Norman Hadden https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cornus-kousa-norman-hadden Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' (Ficus carica) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/fig-little-miss-figgy Fig 'Brown Turkey' (Ficus carica) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/fig-brown-turkey Mahonia 'Volcano' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/mahonia-volcano Pyracantha coccinea 'Red Star' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pyracantha-coccinea-red-star Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    42 min
  4. Tom Stimpson: The 12 best dried flowers for glamorous Christmas decorations - Episode 248

    13 NOV

    Tom Stimpson: The 12 best dried flowers for glamorous Christmas decorations - Episode 248

    It’s the run-in to Christmas, so if you’re thin on decorations and want to think more sustainably about dazzling your guests this year, turn to the garden and start drying flowers now. In the first of many ‘12 Best’ episodes over the coming months, Tom Stimpson joins us as he and Sarah talk through the best flowers for stunning dried arrangements, and top tips to maintain their unique texture and colour throughout the season. In this episode, discover: Creative, sustainable ways to use dried flowers and foliage for beautiful homegrown Christmas decorationsTried-and-tested techniques for drying and preserving everything from hydrangeas and dahlias to autumn leaves and poppy seed headsExpert tips for maintaining colour, texture, and longevity in your dried arrangementsInspiring ideas for DIY festive crafts that bring your garden’s magic indoorsProducts mentioned: Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Fresco' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-little-fresco Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' AGM https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-limelight Lunaria annua https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lunaria-annua Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-purple-sensation Allium schubertii https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-schubertii Allium cristophii https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophii Climbing French Bean 'Monte Gusto' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/french-bean-monte-gusto Runner Bean 'Black Knight' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/runner-bean-black-knight Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' (Ficus carica) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/fig-little-miss-figgy Chasmanthium latifolium https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chasmanthium-latifolium Papaver somniferum 'Black Beauty' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-somniferum-black-beauty Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Pygmy Torch' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/amaranthus-hypochondriacus-pygmy-torch Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    29 min
  5. Brenna Estrada & Arthur Parkinson: Exploring the undiscovered magic of violas and pansies - Episode 247

    6 NOV

    Brenna Estrada & Arthur Parkinson: Exploring the undiscovered magic of violas and pansies - Episode 247

    Violas and pansies are among the more overlooked flower families, an outlook that Brenna Estrada’s new book hopes to change for the better. She’s embraced their beauty as cut flowers throughout her gardening journey with Three Brothers Blooms, and in this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ she shares her tips for newcomers to bring their violas and pansies to life, whether in the garden or as part of stunning arrangements. In this episode, discover: The enchanting world of pansies and violas, and how they can transform from humble bedding plants into show-stopping cut flowers Brenna’s top tips for growing, harvesting, and pressing pansies, plus how to get the longest, most fragrant stems Behind the scenes of Brenna’s one-of-a-kind flower book, sharing these overlooked floral treasures with the worldOrder Brenna’s book - ‘Pansies’: https://threebrothersblooms.com/pansies-book/ Viola cornuta 'Tiger Eye Red' F1 https://www.sarahraven.com/products/viola-cornuta-tiger-eye-red-f1 Black Beauty Black Prince Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    28 min
  6. Josie Lewis: How to protect your garden from deer - Episode 246

    30 OCT

    Josie Lewis: How to protect your garden from deer - Episode 246

    As anyone in an area surrounded by larger animals might know, we’re entering a season where it’s harder to keep them at bay, and protect your handiwork from hungry mammals. Sarah and Josie have been hard at work finding what’s most effective for keeping deer away, and in this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, share their best advice on how you can fend off any unwanted visits from large mammals. In this episode, discover: Creative and practical ways to deter deer from your gardenWhich plants deer love to munch on, and the ones they tend to leave aloneHow drought, changing seasons, and garden design can influence deer behaviourProducts mentioned: Phlox drummondii grandiflora 'Creme Brulee' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/phlox-drummondii-creme-brulee Chard 'Bright Lights' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chard-bright-lights Kale 'Redbor' F1 https://www.sarahraven.com/products/kale-redbor-f1 Chicory 'Variegato di Castelfranco' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chicory-variegato-di-castelfranco Verbena bonariensis https://www.sarahraven.com/products/verbena-bonariensis Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    24 min
  7. Sarah’s guide to why you should treasure the beauty of brown tulips - Episode 245

    23 OCT

    Sarah’s guide to why you should treasure the beauty of brown tulips - Episode 245

    Sarah once overlooked the beauty of the brown tulip, but over time has only grown to love them more and more. There’s a shade for every space, and so if you’re seeking inspiration on how to bring the beauty of Dom Pedro and La Belle Epoque into your garden, then brown tulips take centre stage on this week’s ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’. In this episode, discover: The fascinating history and allure of rare brown tulip varietiesHow to “reflex” tulip petals for a show-stopping floral displayInspiring stories from Sarah’s own garden and travels, and why brown tulips are becoming the must-have blooms for modern gardenersProducts mentioned: Tulip 'La Belle Epoque' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-la-belle-epoque Tulip 'Apricot Copex' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-copex-apricot Tulip 'Copex Cairo' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-copex-cairo Tulip 'Dom Pedro' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-dom-pedro Tulip 'Sarah Raven' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-sarah-raven Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    12 min
  8. Sarah's top tips for bringing spring closer and celebrate the garden year-round - Episode 244

    16 OCT

    Sarah's top tips for bringing spring closer and celebrate the garden year-round - Episode 244

    As the days grow shorter and the garden’s colours fade for winter, it’s easy to feel a little wistful for spring’s vibrant cheer, and it’s not always as far away as one might think….  In this week’s ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, Sarah shares her favourite ways to bring a burst of early colour into your home and garden, from clever bulb planting, to creative and natural flower arranging.  In this episode, discover: How to choose and plant the best bulbs for a burst of early spring colour in your gardenSimple, creative ways to arrange delicate winter flowers using homemade grids and vintage bottles for beautiful indoor displaysTips for lifting, storing, and replanting bulbs so you can enjoy their blooms year after yearHeartfelt inspiration to find joy and beauty in your garden, even during the greyest winter daysProducts mentioned: Iris 'Pauline' (Reticulata) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/iris-pauline Iris 'Alida' (Reticulata) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/iris-alida Galanthus nivalis (Common Snowdrop) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/galanthus-nivalis Aconitum napellus https://www.sarahraven.com/products/aconitum-napellus Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/ Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/ Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

    23 min
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Welcome to grow, cook, eat, arrange, the weekly podcast from gardener, writer, teacher,and cook, Sarah Raven. Over the last two decades, Sarah has led the way by introducing a new kind of productive gardening which places emphasis on intense colour, sophistication, and achievability. Recorded at the beautiful Perch Hill Farm in Sussex, Sarah talks with special guests from across garden design, floristry, food, ecology, conservation, and more. Brimming with top tips and helpful hints, listen and learn how to create your most productive garden ever. You can find out more about the products discussed in each episode or get in touch by visiting the website: https://www.sarahraven.com/

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