Home Grown with Martha and Jamie

17 épisodes

S1 Ep 15: Chilli Growers Guide: Heat, History, and How to Grow them Successfully
22/1/2026 | 48 min
In this episode, Jamie and Martha explore everything you need to know about growing chillies and so much more. From when to sow seeds, top tips for success, and how to care for plants indoors or out, to why chillies evolved to be spicy, why you can feed them to a parrot, and how heat is measured, this episode blends practical growing advice with plant science, history, fun trivia, and flavour.

We love hearing your questions and comments - so do get in touch:
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Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton
Video Editor and Socials: Thomas Griffin
Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 Ep 14: The Power of Plants & Nature's Mental Health Magic
15/1/2026 | 33 min
Why does being in nature make us feel better? In this episode of Home Grown, Jamie and Martha explore the science behind gardening, mental health, and the power of plants. From dementia prevention and grounding to the plant that helped create the contraceptive pill, this is a deep dive into how plants shape our bodies, brains, and society.

We love hearing your questions and comments - so do get in touch:
[email protected]

Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton
Video Editor and Socials: Thomas Griffin
Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 Ep 13: James Wong
08/1/2026 | 52 min
This episode sees Martha Swales and Jamie Walton joined by botanist, author and broadcaster James Wong for a wide-ranging conversation about plants, curiosity, and seeing the natural world a little differently.

From growing up in Singapore to training at Kew, James shares how early experiences shaped his fascination with plants and why experimentation has always been at the heart of his work. The chat explores ethnobotany and why culture matters just as much as science when it comes to understanding how we grow, eat, and use plants.

They talk TV, from memorable moments on screen to making complex plant science genuinely accessible, as well as James’s famously packed indoor growing experiments and the lessons learned from both successes and failures. They discuss unusual edibles, surprising crops, and plants worth growing now for the future.

Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton
Video Editor and Socials: Kate McIntosh and Charlie Hewitt
Exec Producer: Charlotte Dawes
Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 Ep 12: How to have the Perfect Garden by June | A New Years Guide
01/1/2026 | 51 min
To kickstart Homegrown in 2026, Martha and Jamie discuss the best tips and tricks to starting your garden this January. From choosing the best compost and seeds, to adapting your garden through the changing of the seasons, they'll be sure to set you up with the know-how to help your plots thrive this year. 🪴

They'll be chatting about their personal favourite fruit and veg to grow at home, the cycle of life in a garden, plus sharing anecdotes from their own gardening experiences and folklore traditions such as Wassailing!

This is an episode about new beginnings, preparing for the year ahead and understanding how to keep your garden happy through the early cold months into Spring and Summer.

We love hearing your questions - do get in touch:
[email protected]

Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton
Video Editor and Socials: Kate McIntosh
Exec Producer: Charlotte Dawes
Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 Ep11: The Home Grown Christmas Guide
11/12/2025 | 52 min
It's the Christmas countdown on Home Grown, and Martha and Jamie are here to bring Christmas cheer in the form of practical ways to bring the season into your home... from your garden! Whether it's making holly and ivy wreaths, drying orange slices or creating natural homemade gifts.

Also Jamie explains his new Boxing Day seed sowing tradition and the benefits of starting early, while Martha talks through creating decorations using what you already have outdoors.

Plus we have an incredible Christmas Hamper ready for one lucky listener to win. With over £300 worth of gardening goods this will set any grower up for 2026. Listen to the pod to find out how to enter.

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Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton
Video Editor and Socials: Charlie Hewitt
Exec Producer: Charlotte Dawes
Artwork: Rare Studio

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Something exciting is sprouting! Home Grown is the brand-new gardening podcast for anyone who loves growing their own food, from balcony pots to full allotments. Hosted by two of the UK’s brightest horticultural voices, it brings practical tips, seasonal advice, and plenty of inspiration straight to your ears.Jamie Walton, better known as Nettles & Petals, has built a huge following for his eco-friendly gardening style and passion for sustainability. He’s joined by Martha Swales of Marf’s Kitchen Garden, whose urban garden projects and veg-packed recipes show how much you can grow in even the smallest spaces.Alongside their own stories and advice, each month Jamie and Martha welcome a range of special guests to share their unique experiences of working with the soil, sowing seeds, and living seasonally.Whether you want to learn how to start a vegetable patch, discover what to plant each season, or simply enjoy lively conversations about the ups and downs of gardening life, Home Grown is the podcast that helps you grow more and grow better.New Episodes every ThursdaySubscribe now and get in touch at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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