Why herbs belong in your bouquet, your garden, and your life with Andy from Urban Herbs

Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions.

In this inspiring episode, Roz reconnects with Andy from Urban Herbs, 18 months after their first chat, to dive into how his herb-growing business has evolved in unexpected and beautiful ways.

Now joined by his wife as a co-leader in the business, Andy reflects on how this partnership has brought fresh energy, clarity, and new ideas to Urban Herbs.

They dig into:

• How herbs offer emotional healing and spark deep nostalgia
• The overlooked second season of herb planting
• Creative and beautiful ways herbs are now being used in cut flower arrangements and wedding bouquets
• Why growing herbs in urban front gardens isn’t just practical—but a powerful act of resilience
• How climate change may be opening new possibilities for growers
• And the exciting future of Urban Herbs, with a focus on education, community connection, and turning knowledge into empowerment.

Whether you're a cut flower grower, a gardener, or simply herb-curious, this episode is full of fresh inspiration, smart tips, and grounded advice to grow something good.

Connect with Andy on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/urbanherbsuk/ or https://urban-herbs.co.uk/

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