The Messed Up Gardener Esther Aitken

Hi and Welcome to another episode of The Messed Up Gardener.Climate-resilient gardening is not just a trend but a necessary shift in how we approach our gardens amidst changing weather patterns and environmental challenges. As gardeners, adopting practices that enhance our gardens' resilience to climate variability brings numerous benefits, vital for both personal satisfaction and the broader ecological impact.I hope you enjoy today's episode.Don’t forget to grab one of my gardening freebees....

Hi and Welcome to another episode of The Messed Up Gardener.Engaging in the ongoing battle against pests and weeds in a garden can sometimes feel like a never ending task, where the fruits of one's labour are often consumed by uninvited guests, or overgrown by opportunistic plants. However, this struggle is not only worth it but integral to the gardening process, in this episode I delve into why its worth the effort with tips and tricks to make it easier. I hope you enjoy today's episode...

Hi and Welcome to another episode of The Messed Up Gardener.This episode goes deep into a number of questions asked by fallow gardeners as to ways you can monetize your garden with a number of them, I asked myself as I was going through this research journey which has led me to grow our mushrooms and currently looking at utilizing dead space to grow hydroponic lettuces for markets. A gardener might consider monetizing their garden for several compelling reasons. Firstly, it offers...

Hi and Welcome to another episode of The Messed Up Gardener.Winter gardening presents unique challenges and opportunities, leading gardeners to seek advice on how to navigate the colder months successfully.In this episode I cover a number of gardening secrets that once revealed will totally help your wither garden thrive. I hope you enjoy today's episode.Don’t forget to grab one of my gardening freebees. As always Gardening can be done in any space, in any place and on any b...

Hi and Welcome to another episode of The Messed Up Gardener.Maintaining indoor plants during the winter months can be a challenging task due to the lower levels of light, drier air, and cooler temperatures. However, with a few strategic moves, you can keep your green friends thriving even during the coldest season. Remember, each plant has its unique needs, so it's important to consider the specific requirements of your indoor garden inhabitants.I hope you enjoy today's episode.Don’t forget t...

Hi and Welcome to another episode of The Messed Up Gardener.One of my nemesis in the garden has to be the Rose Bush and I say that with much love and affection. Roses love to hate me and I have had to work quite hard for some of my rose bushes to flower exceptionally well over the years. This episode goes over a number of pointers from planting to pruning and of course I had to pop in some equipment maintenance techniques.I hope you enjoy today's episode.Don’t forget to grab one of my gardeni...