In this episode, we tackle some fantastic questions from both parents and kids around engaging children in gardening and handling common parenting challenges. Steph from Home Grown with the Haydens asks a critical question: How do we keep children engaged in gardening and get them away from screens? We explore creative ways to make gardening fun and appealing to kids, helping them embrace the outdoors as an exciting alternative to screen time.Ella, 9, from Liverpool asks, What’s the easiest vegetable to grow in the school garden? We offer simple, kid-friendly advice to help young gardeners get started with crops that are easy to grow and rewarding to harvest.Finally, we hear from Jessica, 28, from Bristol, who’s struggling with her toddler’s tantrums. We share some practical tips on how gardening can be a calming activity for little ones and offer insights into handling difficult emotions through nature.It’s a packed episode with plenty of ideas on nurturing a love for gardening and managing parenting challenges with the help of the natural world!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk
In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of gardening with children and its impact on both kids and adults. Special guest Ellen Mary poses an intriguing question: Is gardening with children more about educating parents and teachers than the kids themselves?We explore how introducing gardening to children often involves teaching the adults around them, equipping parents and teachers with the tools and knowledge they need to nurture a child's connection to nature. Together, we discuss the importance of empowering grown-ups to guide children on their gardening journey, how it can bridge generational gaps, and the role it plays in fostering a lifelong love for the environment.Tune in as we uncover the balance between educating the adults and inspiring the next generation of green-fingered kids!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk
In this week’s brand-new episode, Adam Marshall (Green Fingered City Boy) asks the question: What plants can you grow to get children to fall in love with gardening?We’ll hear from Sophie, 8, from London, who asks, "How do I grow carrots in a small pot?" Plus, Sarah, also from London, shares her question, "How can I help my 5-year-old manage their emotions better when they don’t get their way?"Tune in for practical gardening tips and parenting advice, all aimed at inspiring the next generation of little green thumbs!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk
This is it! The final episode.. Of the summer!!! That's right Lee's taking a 6 week break for the holidays! But panic not dear listener as we will be back in September!Packed full of garden updates, show gardens and bowling!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
What is that one tip you need to get gardening with the kids this six weeks holiday? Lee tells you all!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
This week Lee heads to RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival to see what's on offer for families!Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
This week we look at the Pro Landscaper article on the Governments Green AgendaEnjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
Lee visits North Ridge High School, the WINNER of this years Sustainability Star AwardEnjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
This week Lee dives into the world of politics as we look at much change over the coming weeks, looking at how school gardening will come into play. Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
Lee joins forces with Robert Dyas to get you outside growing with your children, and remembering to pause to enjoy that moment.To coincide with Children’s Gardening Week we’re running a series of child-friendly garden activities on Instagram during half term, including the exciting Grow Your Own Runner Bean competition. The winner will receive a bundle of garden games and children’s gardening equipment!How To EnterGet your little ones involved by popping into any Robert Dyas store to pick up a free pack of runner bean seeds, and help them grow their own beanstalk! When it’s as tall as Jack’s, tag us on Instagram @robertdyas with your best photo by July 31st with the hashtag #LittlePlantandPause for a chance to win (winner will be chosen at random). For full T&Cs, see here. Mainland UK only, excludes Northern Ireland. Winners will be notified by direct message (DM) on Instagram.Enjoyed this episode? How about sharing the love? Give us a glowing 5-star review, share on your socials, or spread the word to a neighbour! Leave your review, and you might snag a copy of our favourite "How to Get Kids Gardening" book.DONATE to the peak challenge at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BGProjects?utm_term=Q3YVvzeWP&fbclid=PAAaaMetAs1ycUbajJMS8Ye1LGsTboAs_oz7ZbHJbz-S4jbJV2WrJMQV5I2hk_aem_ATDzZQbc4Em8F-eLG8itTS1K1GfRGkuFw2RTWtIZa9p4LMmeb-Yb5UP8XE68A4SbwFMTransform your school garden journey by joining School Gardening Success today! Experience the outdoors, guided by teacher support, engaging video lessons, and equipped with all the essential tools for a blooming garden. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk Eager to create lasting memories while gardening with your children? Grab the "How to Get Kids Gardening" book for just £10 using discount code PODCAST24. Every penny from the book goes back into supporting school gardening initiatives. Get your copy at https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-bookCraving more green inspiration? Check out our sister podcast, The Veg Grower Podcast, for an extra dose of vegetable-growing fun. Tune in and let the gardening adventures continue!Thanks for listening!
This week along with the school garden updates Lee is frustrated about how school and children's gardening is perceived by the industryOlive tells us how her school show garden went down, Richard is back with yet another GYO tip, and Lee gives you an idea of what you can do instead of listening!Join School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
We welcome back Colchester Garden Festival, as Lee tells you what the city has in store for you this year!Plus Olive joins us once again on the podcast and Sir Richard suggett too!Join School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
Lee's heading to RHS Hampton Court 2023, What's in store for your visit? PLUS potato harvest, dodgy ants, and little and often!
We head to GLEE Birmingham this week to look at what the industry has to say about gardening for the future and with children.Plus Lee asks brands to pledge towards real change AND a tour by Olive, A look at the garden with Lee and Richard gives us another TOP GYO Tip!Join School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
With summer fully upon us here in the UK, the question of how we should water our gardens, and keep our plants alive!Plus we celebrate a strawberry harvest with Olive, Flies take over the garden and Richard suggett from the Veg Grower Podcast talks seeds!GET YOUR FREE TICKETS TO THE TOUR skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/tourJoin School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
In this weeks episode Lee has the biggest give-away EVER on the podcast with FREE theatre tickets for this year EXTREME GARDENING TOUR!Plus its that time of year again where the garden turns into a birthday party zone, Richard suggett joins us for more Top GYO tips and Lee sees a lot of progress down at the bottom of the garden!GET YOUR TICKETS at skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/tourJoin School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
For the second time this month Lee returns to parliament to talk more about children's gardening educationPLUS; Olive returns to the podcast, Richard suggett gives a top GYO tip and we go down to the bottom of the gardenJoin School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
Lee talks about why you should NOT garden with the kids this National Childrens Gardening Week!3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
Lee heads to RHS Chelsea 2023, where for the first time 100 school children are invited to join the press day!Which are the biggest Childrens gardens of 2023? Which was Lee's favourite? and how did bringing Children into the Showground change the show, and could it save Chelsea?Join School Gardening Success. The best way to get your class gardening, with all the equipment, all of the lessons and most importantly teacher support. Find out more at https://schoolgardeningsuccess.co.uk 3 NEW podcasts EVERY WEEKListen to Teacher/ Parent Garden Club athttps://Skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/podOR EXTREME Gardening athttps://anchor.fm/skinnyjeangardener OR BRAND NEW 2 Gardener, 1 Story athttps://t.co/9vZd3vNbph Get more gardening with the How to get Kids Gardening Book, NOW ONLY £10 https://https://skinnyjeangardener.co.uk/shop/how-to-get-kids-gardening-book
Jotham T. Bessey
i started minimum digging 10 years ago and no dig 5 years ago. in my garden, digging is a huge waste of time and energy!