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Did you know that some plants were once believed to protect against evil spirits, attract fairies, bring good fortune or even scream when pulled from the ground?

In this episode of The Growing Up Podcast, Andy and Kate explore the weird and wonderful world of plant folklore, uncovering the fascinating stories, superstitions and ancient beliefs surrounding some of our most familiar garden plants.

From the terrifying legends of mandrake and the mysterious Elder Mother to rosemary's association with remembrance and thyme's connections to fairies, we discover how plants have inspired magic, mystery and superstition for centuries.

Plus, we finish with practical tips for creating your very own enchanted garden, filled with atmospheric planting, hidden corners and plants with extraordinary stories.

A fascinating journey into the magical history hiding in our gardens!

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!

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It's pumpkin season! 🎃 This week on the Growing Up Podcast, Kate and Andy celebrate one of autumn's most iconic crops. From their ancient origins in the Americas to their fascinating connection with Halloween, we explore the history, folklore and cultural significance of pumpkins.

After the break, we're getting practical with a complete guide to growing your own pumpkins, covering everything from choosing varieties and sowing seeds to feeding, pollination, harvesting and storage.

Whether you're dreaming of a giant Halloween pumpkin or delicious home-grown squash for the kitchen, this episode is packed with gardening advice, fascinating stories and a few laughs along the way.

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!

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As the garden starts to wind down for winter, it’s tempting to cut everything back, rake up every leaf and give the whole place a thorough tidy — but wildlife might prefer you didn’t!

In this episode of the Growing Up Podcast, Andy and Kate explore simple ways to make your garden more wildlife-friendly this autumn. From leaving seed heads and fallen leaves to creating log piles, helping hedgehogs, planting spring bulbs and providing food, water and shelter for birds and insects, we look at how a slightly less tidy garden can become a haven for wildlife.

Plus, we discover why ivy deserves better PR, why your neglected corner can officially be called a “biodiversity zone”, and why sometimes the best thing you can do for your garden is… absolutely nothing.

A practical, light-hearted guide to autumn wildlife gardening and preparing your garden for winter.

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!

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