Ever felt overwhelmed by gardening advice that tells you to buy more, do more, and battle nature at every turn? What if there was a simpler, more sustainable way? In this episode, I chat with Jim and Sonia from The Edible Gardeners about their revolutionary approach to gardening, as featured in their new book The Circular Garden.

We’re talking:

• How to grow more with less – less waste, less cost, less stress
• Natural pest control that actually works
• Why “weeds” might just be your garden’s best friend
• The secret to composting without the fuss
• Simple ways to drought-proof your garden

If you’re looking for a practical, low-maintenance way to garden in harmony with nature (instead of fighting against it), this episode is packed with tips you can start using today!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why gardening isn’t about perfection – and how letting go of control can make your garden thrive.
✅ How Jim & Sonia’s garden became a case study in resilience – plus the biggest lessons from writing The Circular Garden.
✅ The power of planting strategy & timing – and why changing when and how you plant can protect your crops.
✅ Composting made simple – the biggest mistakes people make and how to fix them.
✅ Water conservation tips – how to garden without constant watering.
✅ Natural pest control without chemicals – how to work with nature to keep pests in check.
✅ Why your entire garden is a habitat – and how even small urban gardens can support biodiversity.

Links & Resources:

Get Your Copy of The Circular Garden direct from Jim & Sonia : www.ediblegardeners.co.uk
Follow Jim & Sonia on Instagram: @reasonablygoodlife
Follow our blogs & Growing Guides : www.thehampshireseedco.com