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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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    • 4.9 • 146 Ratings

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/

    Standout Seedlings to Sow and Grow This Year with Arthur Parkinson - Episode 163

    Standout Seedlings to Sow and Grow This Year with Arthur Parkinson - Episode 163

    One of gardening’s great joys is sowing from seed, planting out and seeing those seeds thrive, and this year brings a lovely variety of new favourites to sow.
    Arthur joins Sarah this week as we look at which new stunners and old favourites you’ll want to sow this year, and when to plant out each variety for them to deliver maximum glamour. 
    In this episode, discover:
    A delicious selection of edibles, from a prolific climbing French Bean to the flavoursome Runner Bean Black Knight The lingering charm of early-sown Cobaea Scandens on Arthur’s windowsillHow a charming combination of Zinnias and Seterias The two new, exclusive Dahlias topping Sarah’s list for this springOrder Sarah’s book - A Year Full of Flowers: https://bit.ly/2TWHJcz
    Order Sarah’s new book - A Year Full of Veg:
    https://www.sarahraven.com/products/sarah-ravens-a-year-full-of-veg
    Products mentioned:
    Cobaea scandens https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cobaea-scandens-purple
    Climbing French Bean 'Monte Gusto' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/french-bean-monte-gusto
    Thunbergia alata 'African Sunset' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/thunbergia-african-sunset
    Schizanthus x wisetonensis 'Dr. Badger's Hybrids' Mix (Butterfly Plant) https://www.sarahraven.com/products/schizanthus-dr-badger
    Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Mixed' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/zinnia-elegans-queeny-mixed
    Setaria 'Caramel' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/setaria-caramel
    Dahlia 'Adam's Choice' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-adams-choice
    Dahlia 'Klara Zak' https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-klara-zak
    Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com
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    • 18 min
    Celebrating the Wonderful Women of the Gardening World - Episode 162

    Celebrating the Wonderful Women of the Gardening World - Episode 162

    Over the course of the podcast, we’ve featured a huge number of remarkable women, inspiring the world in everything from natural-style textiles to award-winning garden design.
    In this very special episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, we bring you a selection of our favourite clips from previous episodes, shining a light on the fabulous female horticulturalists and entrepreneurs leading the way in the gardening world.
    In this episode, discover:
    How a cocktail of herbs from the kitchen garden can transform any mealThe female florists that have given us a renewed appreciation for flowers off of their peakWhich varieties of flower are among the most beloved for scent, and easiest for newcomers to gardeningThe stories of the hugely inspirational female entrepreneurs bringing new life to the natural worldGet in touch: info@sarahraven.com

    Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
    Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/
    Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com
    Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
    Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/

    • 20 min
    Q&A: What are the best potted plants? Are there dahlias you would recommend growing from seed? Which plants are ideal for shade?

    Q&A: What are the best potted plants? Are there dahlias you would recommend growing from seed? Which plants are ideal for shade?

    Welcome to the first of March’s Q&A podcast episodes, where Head Gardener Josie Lewis joins Sarah to directly answer questions from our listeners.
    In this month’s episode, we look at the plant varieties best suited to pots with consideration for both small tabletop and larger floor pots, Sarah & Josie share the Dahlias that they’d most recommend growing from seed, and we discover the perfect plants for varying levels of shade.
    Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com
    Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
    Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/

    • 10 min
    This month in your garden: March

    This month in your garden: March

    Whether you’re growing edibles or ornamentals, March is a busy month for getting into the garden. Building on our ‘Monthly Jobs’ series so far, Sarah & Josie return to share what you should focus on in March.
    In this month’s episode, learn which of the edible crops are ready to sow out as soon as possible, from your chitted potatoes to your half-hardy veg, discover which flowers need planting and pruning with special care for frost, and much more to keep you busy!


    Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com
    Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
    Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/

    • 11 min
    Highlights from Our Spring and Summer Range - Episode 161

    Highlights from Our Spring and Summer Range - Episode 161

    The spring and summer ahead of us is a glorious opportunity to let our gardens sing with colours anew, and in this week’s podcast, Sarah & Arthur share how to select the very best for your space.
    The Spring & Summer Catalogue takes centre stage on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, as we hear about the best brand new collections, some of Arthur’s stalwart favourites, and which of this year’s floral highlights have brought Sarah the most joy.
    In this episode, discover:
    Standout flowers that Sarah’s loved last year, like the uniquely textured Dahlia Night SilenceA number of gorgeous collections perfect for combining colour palettes in pots and bordersThe brand new Teucrium variety that’s earned attention for its stunning looks and drought-toleranceA tip that Sarah learned from Sissinghurst which brings the best out of the Everlasting Lilies Collection as cut flowersGet in touch: info@sarahraven.com
    Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
    Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/

    • 23 min
    Connecting with Nature Through Trees with Arit Anderson and Henrik Sjöman - Episode 160

    Connecting with Nature Through Trees with Arit Anderson and Henrik Sjöman - Episode 160

    Trees hold a special place in our ecosystem not only for their environmental impact, but the emotional connection we all make with trees in our earliest years. It’s for exactly these reasons that choosing the right tree can enrich any garden, regardless of size.
    Arit Anderson and Henrik Sjöman have combined their passions and expertise, culminating in ‘The Essential Tree Selection Guide’, and the pair join us on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ to share the joys of finding the perfect tree, and why it matters now more than ever.
    In this episode, discover:
    How Arit and Henrik’s backgrounds brought them together on this fantastic projectThe ethos of ‘right tree, right place’ and how to pick the perfect tree for a spaceThe ‘ecosystem services’ that trees give to us in urban and rural environments alikeTrees’ role in all our lives on an emotional levelGet in touch: info@sarahraven.com
    Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
    Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/

    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
146 Ratings

146 Ratings

La chasse au bonheur ,

Inspiring and practical

I have been following for at least a year and always enjoy the show. Even though I am gardening (imperfectly!) in the US, I find that there is plenty of practical advice here that I can apply in my home garden.

NMgardens ,

Informative and very helpful

Thank you for sharing all your lovely insights each week. Your top lists are my favorite. Well done

whitekaren11 ,

Entertaining and informative

This is my favorite gardening podcast. The perfect combination of technique for growers, as well as the all-important presentation and enjoyment of the fruits of the garden with friends and family. So much useful information and interesting stories. Thank you!!

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