BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast Grow a kitchen garden from scratch in a tiny space, with Martha Swales
May 5, 2025
Martha Swales, an inspiring garden enthusiast and author of 'Give It a Grow,' shares her journey of turning a tiny London space into a vibrant kitchen garden. She offers practical tips for maximizing small areas and the joy of growing seasonal produce, emphasizing both financial savings and culinary creativity. Martha recounts her accidental rise on social media, revealing how gardening serves as a therapeutic and artistic outlet. Tune in for insights on nurturing both plants and relationships while fostering urban wildlife!
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Martha's Unique London Garden Setup
- Martha's small London garden is sunny but with shady zones, featuring a gravel patio and a wildlife pond area.
- She creates distinct zones for vegetables, wildlife, and herbs, earning streams of birds and diverse insects.
Gardening as Healing and Passion
- Martha's gardening passion began obsessively after buying seeds at Kew.
- Gardening helped her manage anxiety and brought calmness during tough life moments.
Embrace Gardening Failures
- Don't fear failure when starting gardening; mistakes are learning opportunities.
- Enjoy the process of growing more than just the harvest outcome.