grow, cook, eat, arrange with Sarah Raven & friends
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/
Episodes
289 episodes
Sarah’s favourite scented varieties for spring - Episode 222
Gardens are a multisensory experience, and while we primarily think of aesthetics, it’s the scent of spring plants which is absolutely second to none.Sarah’s flying solo this week on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ to share her pick of favour...
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Episode 222
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Growing in pots on a London balcony with Jemima Bowker - Episode 221
Urban gardeners who rent will be familiar with the need to transport their portable gardens frequently, so which plants are ideal for pots and containers that are often on the move?Jemima Bowker is our beginner and balcony gardening expe...
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Episode 221
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29:42
Species tulips and why you should grow them with Josie Lewis - Episode 220
There's been some exciting breeding and hybridising using species tulips - those closely related to wild tulips - in recent years, which has made them perfect plants for withstanding tulip fire.Species tulips are a newfound favourite for...
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Episode 220
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28:32
Enter the secret world of bees and their honey with Rachel de Thample - Episode 219
Bees are an absolute passion for us at Perch Hill, not just for their pollination and presence in the garden, but for their delicious and nutritious produce too.The same can be said for award-winning author and fermentation expert, Rache...
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Episode 219
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27:14
Why garden birds have so much to teach us with Adam Nicolson - Episode 218
There’s a rich, complex, and utterly rewarding natural world that co-exists alongside ours, and relies on our gardens for food and safety – the often surprising world of small garden birds.This week on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, Adam Ni...
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Episode 218
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28:28
What to sow and plant this spring with some of Sarah’s greatest guests - Episode 217
Spring is here in all its glory, and with it comes the perfect moment to plant and sow. This week on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ we’ve compiled our top tips and growing inspiration from not one, but seven of Sarah’s all-time favourite guests.
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Episode 217
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28:56
A guide to compost making for no dig gardening with Charles Dowding - Episode 216
Charles Dowding is world-renowned as a pioneer of no dig growing, and while it’s great for saving time and effort, it’s also proven to be more productive and better for the environment, and the soil, too.Who better to hear from on ‘grow,...
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Episode 216
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34:59
The rewards of growing your own delicious fruit and veg varieties with Joe Clark - Episode 215
Like many gardeners, Joe Clark was captivated by the magic of growing his own food at a young age, and now inspires millions more to be enthralled by the same fascinating process via his popular social media channels.Joe is an advocate f...
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Episode 215
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30:52
Seasonal picks for successional colour and boosting biodiversity with Arthur Parkinson - Episode 214
Lighter, longer days signal the start of a joyous season for gardeners, and March is the perfect month to plan for the highlights of your spring and summer garden.Arthur Parkinson returns to ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ this week to share ...
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Episode 214
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Our role in supporting wild and solitary bees as gardeners with Richard Rickitt - Episode 213
Bees are one of the most essential species in our ecosystem, and all of our gardens play a vital role in providing food and shelter for them to thrive.Beekeeper, gardener and writer Richard Rickitt’s passion for these particular pollinat...
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Episode 213
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37:33
The best of the best narcissi for early spring colour and scent - Episode 212
Narcissi are such rewarding plants to grow, tolerant of almost any site and situation. At Perch Hill in particular, it’s shaping up to be a stellar spring for the humble daffodil and its more diminutive narcissus relatives.Whether it’s p...
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Episode 212
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20:58
Talking biodynamics and biodiversity in growing cut flowers with Alfie Nickerson - Episode 211
Alfie Nickerson is a biodynamic flower farmer making his mark in British horticulture, and his 3,500-strong dahlia field, buzzing with wildlife, is testament to that.After working for 6 years as a jobbing gardener in London, and then vol...
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Episode 211
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23:20
A return to Perch Hill - tales of a head gardener and talented florist with Bea Andrews - Episode 210
Bea Andrews is no stranger to Perch Hill - she was head gardener for many years, and is now back in a new guise as our visiting florist, aka Botanika Flora.It's a joy to welcome Bea back for this nostalgic episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, ar...
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Episode 210
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25:22
From entrepreneurialism to The Eden Project, a life’s work with Sir Tim Smit - Episode 209
The Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall are two of the most important horticultural projects of recent times, both helmed by the brilliant mind of Sir Tim Smit – Sarah’s guest on the podcast this week.Tim’s work on ...
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Episode 209
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26:01
Our vital role as gardeners in supporting birds, with the RSPB’s Emma Marsh - Episode 208
If you're looking to support wild birds in your garden, the RSPB’s upcoming Big Garden Birdwatch is an essential event for us all.Adam Nicolson and Emma Marsh, Executive Director of the RSPB, join Sarah in this week’s bird-focused episo...
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Episode 208
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40:32
The life-changing magic of growing dahlias with Savannah Miller - Episode 207
Savannah Miller’s newfound passion for growing cut flowers, in particular dahlias, feeds fantastically into her contemporary bridal designs.In this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, Sarah and Savannah discuss her successful ...
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Episode 207
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19:28
12 excellent edibles to sow early in 2025 - Episode 206
Be it a fully fledged kitchen garden, or a few window boxes outside your back door, It’s never too early to start planning which edibles you want to grow for the season ahead.Following last week’s flower-focused episode, this week’s ‘gr...
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Episode 206
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The 12 best flowery flowers to grow from seed - Episode 205
There are few more therapeutic jobs in the potting shed or polytunnel than sowing seeds, and if you’re looking to fill your spring garden with colourful cut flowers, now is the time to start sowing your standout varieties.In the first of...
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Episode 205
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17:10
The grounding joy of gardening with Sarah Raven & Alex Clark – Episode 204
For those who garden, whether on a windowsill or on a grander scale, it soon becomes a source of inspiration, passion and peace. A way to ground and find solace and, increasingly, a test of resilience and adaptability too.In a reversal o...
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Episode 204
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38:24
Ottolenghi’s ultimate comfort food for Christmas (and beyond) with Tara Wigley and Verena Lochmuller - Episode 203
Every Ottolenghi book is a gift, filled with a treasure trove of unique recipes and the latest, Comfort – perfectly timed for Christmas feasting – is no exception. In fact, by the end of this week’s episode you may well be rethinking y...
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Episode 203
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24:01
How to craft a colourful, sustainable Christmas - Episode 202
Christmas is one of the most joyous times of the year, and sustainability need not detract from that joy. With a little bit of forethought, we can all enjoy a colourful and creative celebration that respects our planet too.Sarah is a pas...
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Episode 202
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32:34
Q&A: How do I make my mark on a new garden? What can I forage for wreath decorations? What’s the difference between part-shade and full sun? How can I start coppicing?
Welcome to the December Q&A episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, where Sarah & Josie answer questions sent in by our lovely listeners each month. In this episode, Josie shares how best to create your dream garden from one...
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10:45
Perfect gift ideas from our Christmas range with Arthur Parkinson - Episode 201
Christmas is only a few short weeks away, and while the garden may be winding down into winter mode, it’s the perfect time to spread joy to green-fingered friends with some well-considered gifts and elegant decorations.With Arthur joini...
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Episode 201
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30:53
This month in your garden: December
The garden winds down in December, but there’s still a few small jobs that’ll stand it in good stead for the year to come.In this monthly episode of ‘grow, cook, eat arrange’, Sarah takes us through which bulbs can be forced now, and an...
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9:52
Inspiring biodiversity on a grand scale with Dominic Rose - Episode 200
Dominic Rose holds multiple roles; Chair of Sarah Raven, self-appointed ‘amateur gardener’, and leading advocate in bringing biodiversity to the residential gardens and back yards of Britain.In our 200th episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arr...
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Episode 200
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