All The Dirt Gardening, Sustainability And Food

Seeds are the embryonic stage of the plant life cycle and on this episode Mathew teaches us about seeds and seed collection.    https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off www.hoselink.com.au/win

Kirsten Bradley together with partner Nick Ritar are educators in the truest sense. At a time when connecting with our gardens, the earth, our environment, and each other has never been more important the Milkwood handbook offers practical solutions for mindful daily living and restoring balance in our lives.  https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off  

AB Bishop loves natural, native gardens and in her latest book co-written with designer Phillip Withers, she chats about how the combined elements of design and good plant choice can create attractive gardens that give a sense of place and provide habitat for wildlife. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off  

Compostable Kate is social media icon with her passionate and unique ability to spread the word on how to produce the most wonderful compost and biochar at home. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off  

Elle Jenkins studied horticulture after leaving her career of 17 years as a police officer. After developing a passion for the many benefits herbal teas have to offer Elle went on to start growing, processing and selling her own range of herbal teas under the brand Australian Medicinal Teas 

Deryn and Steve chat about their favourite deciduous fruit trees including tips on planting, pruning, harvesting and general maintenance.

Deryn and Steve chat about their favourite deciduous fruit trees including tips on planting, pruning, harvesting and general care and maintenance. 

Deryn chats with Angie Thomas about her new book Top 50 Edible Plants For Pots, A joint collaboration with Yates Angie's book shows us how to grow our own food in the smallest places.

Graham Upson had been commercially producing mushrooms for the major supermarkets for decades before turning his full attention to the healing world of medicinal mushrooms. Together with his wife Lee and daughter Catherine Touchwood Mushrooms are now  leading producers of the most pure source of these incredible gifts from nature. 

Steve and Deryn chat with Costa about the joy of gardening, growing food and chickens, 

Steve talks to Ashley from Monty Compost about everything composting and how our mobile phones can help make the perfect compost.

Steve and Deryn chat tips and hints around planting out the winter vegie garden.

Seasol is a much loved Australian company that has supplied Australian gardeners with quality and innovative products for decades.

Paul West is an inspiration, from the highly successful TV series River Cottage, presenting on ABC's Back Roads, Co founder of Grow It Local and much loved author including his new book Home Grown.

Deryn and Steve chat about their favourite coloured foliage plants and the joy that foliage colour can bring to the garden.

Dr Chris Williams is a lecturer in Urban Agriculture, his passion for promoting productive food gardens includes an emphasis on the successful introduction of tropical species into cooler climates.

Rodney Dunn and Severine Demanet co-founded the Agrarian Kitchen and cooking school in Tasmania. Their love and passion for food has taken them on a journey that today offers visitors the opportunity to learn how to grow and taste seasonal food at its very best. Together with head gardener Mitch Thiessen and a wonderful group of staff  they provide a unique experience sharing their knowledge on how to bring the garden and kitchen together.

From nursery worker to Director of Kings Park and Botanic Gardens, Deryn chats to Sue about her incredible and exciting horticultural career and journey.

Steve chats with succulent grower Damien Kerin one of Australia's most experienced nurseryman. Damian shares his tips and hints with home gardeners on growing these wonderful garden jewels.

David Hohnen was awarded the Order of Australia in 2018 for his outstanding services to the Australian Wine Industry. A true pioneer and innovator of his time.