Summer Episode 12

Foraged Tea - today we try Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) which grows abundantly in our district. I think I've found a new favourite. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding, and if surgery is coming up.We talk about this week's garden jobs - be sure to listen to the most current episode first. From the 15th of December, we are back into sowing and panting.Our vegetable of the week is KaleWhen to take cuttings  - we all love free plantsOur guest this week if the lovely Jane Wrigglesworth - her new book The Everyday Herbalist is an absolute must-have in your library, and contains detailed information on 30 herbs - Jane would have liked it to be 60 herbs (hopefully there's another book in the pipeline).So much practical advice on how to make teas, tinctures, balms, ointments, poultices, and much more. You will be amazed at how easy it i to make natural cleaning products too.The Glossary this week is all about the botanical names for colours. Support the showYou can contact us at [email protected] Please follow our Instagram page @yourgardencoach_nz where we regularly upload interesting gardening tips Our website is under construction, as you know good things take time.Keep a lookout for http://yourgardencoach.nz We hope you enjoy our podcast, designed for gardeners in the Central Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand - but not exclusively. Join us from wherever you happen to be and simply check the title of the podcast. e.g. Spring Ep1. to fit in with the season in your location.