Growing Up Podcast

Andy Perry and Kate Perry
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For those who love to grow, who are happiest in the garden, allotment or greenhouse.  Hosted by Andy and Kate, a green-fingered couple who love growing,  and are on a mission to share the joy of all things plant-related.  

  1. 19h ago

    Gardening Jobs for July

    Send us Fan Mail Wondering what gardening jobs you should be doing in July? In this episode, we cover the essential July gardening tasks to help your garden thrive throughout the summer. Whether you're growing flowers, vegetables, fruit, or maintaining your lawn, you'll discover practical tips to keep everything looking its best during one of the busiest months in the gardening calendar. We'll discuss what to sow in July, plants to prune, vegetables to harvest, watering advice during hot weather, lawn care, greenhouse jobs, pest control, and simple maintenance tasks that will reward you with healthier plants and bigger harvests. Whether you're a beginner gardener or have years of experience, this episode is packed with expert gardening advice to help you make the most of your garden this month. In this episode you'll learn: Essential gardening jobs for JulyWhat vegetables and flowers to sow nowJuly pruning and deadheading tipsWatering strategies for hot summer weatherVegetable garden maintenanceLawn care in JulyGreenhouse gardening tasksCommon garden pests and how to deal with themTips for healthier plants and bigger harvestsIf you're looking for a complete July gardening checklist, seasonal gardening advice, or practical tips for your vegetable garden, flower beds, or allotment, this episode has everything you need. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    39 min

  2. 6d ago

    We overstretched ourselves. Heatwaves, kebabs and Monty Don.

    Send us Fan Mail This is quite a raw and honest update in which we explain why this episode is being released late and update you on the last very, very full-on last two weeks of life for us here. We chat about the impacts of the heatwave, the importance of watching gardeners world with a kebab and offer some warm weather gardening advice. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    41 min

  3. Jun 15

    Companion Planting - the most requested topic so far!

    Send us Fan Mail This week, Kate deep dives into the truth and myth of companion planting.  Buckle up, everyone, this is a very geeky deep dive into a gardening topic that so many people have requested! Enjoy!  The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    33 min

  4. Jun 8

    What can you sow in June? Isn't it too late?

    Send us Fan Mail This week we chat about all of the amazing crops that you can sow during the month of June.  June is a very, very busy month that sets up the second half of the summer growing season. Grab a cup of tea and join us as we make a very long list of sowings to make this month. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    36 min

  5. Jun 1

    Gardening Jobs for June

    Send us Fan Mail How did we get to June already?  Is anyone else saying that? This week we dig deep into gardening jobs for June.  This is a very busy month, so grab a drink, buckle up, we are diving straight into a packed gardening month in which the rate of growth accelerates sharply. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    35 min

  6. May 26

    Gardening During a Heatwave? Grab a cold drink....

    Send us Fan Mail This week we sit in a very, very warm studio to discuss gardening during a heatwave, why this can cause problems and tactics that you can employ to make sure your plants dont suffer! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    37 min

  7. May 18

    Changing career into horticulture? Let's make that jump a little bit easier.....

    Send us Fan Mail Today we talk to Dan and Cathy who are telling us about 'Working for Gardners', an organisation that is on a mission to support those who are thinking about making the jump into working in the horticultural industry.  We know that so many of you have thought about making such a change and that you will be as excited to hear the chat with Dan and Cathy as we were! https://www.wfga.org.uk/ The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    38 min

  8. May 4

    Gardening Jobs for May

    Send us Fan Mail May is such a busy month for gardeners. Whether you are gardening on an allotment, in a small garden or even just on a windowsill, May is the month where everything becomes very, very fast-paced, busy and exciting. There is so much that you can do in the May growing space, and in this episode, we talk through the long list of May gardening jobs! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels.  We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply.  Check out the link below to order your own tunnel.  If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Check them out here➡️   https://rb.gy/55t356

    35 min
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For those who love to grow, who are happiest in the garden, allotment or greenhouse.  Hosted by Andy and Kate, a green-fingered couple who love growing,  and are on a mission to share the joy of all things plant-related.  

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  • Creator
    Andy Perry and Kate Perry
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    140
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Growing Up Podcast
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