grow, cook, eat, arrange with Sarah Raven & friends

Welcome to the November Q&A episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, where Sarah & Josie answer questions sent in by our lovely listeners each month. In this episode, Sarah answers timely questions on forced bulbs and whether it’s too late to plant them now for Christmas, as well as the things you can still sow at this time of year. Meanwhile, Josie gives us a crash course on bare root plants, and what’s currently being planted at Perch Hill, which might inspire your own planting this November.Get in touch: [email protected] on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Please be aware: This episode contains sensitive discussion about animal death and stillbirth, which some may find upsetting.Seasonality is a powerful quality in any recipe, to which the abundance of delicious culinary ideas in Julius Roberts’ new book ‘The Farm Table’ is perfect testament.We explore Julius’ journey as a chef, farmer, grower and author on ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ this week, in an episode bound to inspire you with a renewed outlook on cooking, and a fresh appreciation for the work that brings a successful plate together.In this episode, discover:The most invaluable lessons that Julius learned from his training at the renowned London restaurant, Noble Rot  The greatest joys and most challenging emotional struggles of ‘nature first’ farmingHow cooking makes us human, and why seasonality should be a central pillar to the food we grow and cook The very best recipes from ‘The Farm Table’, such as Julius’ fan-favourite Tarragon Roast Chicken and a lamb dish that champions the joy of humble Swiss ChardProducts mentioned:Swiss Chard 'Lucullus': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chard-lucullusGet in touch: [email protected] on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

November signals a real turn in the weather, and this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat arrange’ is a perfect collation of all the jobs you should consider to prepare your garden for the impending season.Sarah gives a rundown of the tasks at the top of her mind, from sowing pea tips and lovely scented sweet peas, to preparing paperwhite narcissus for planters.Elsewhere in the garden, Josie nudges us to prepare your soil for winter, and to prune your roses to protect them from the elements in the months to come.Get in touch: [email protected] on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Even in smaller, urban gardens and balcony spaces, you can breathe life into them with charming pots and bulb lasagnesCurating her own balcony garden with that vision of city-bound colour in mind, Jemima Bowker returns to ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ this week to share with Sarah how she’s taking on the challenge of small space gardening for the autumn months, with fantastic tips aplenty for those of you doing the same.In this episode, discover:The small space gardening solutions that Jemima and Sarah suggest to maximise your limited spaces, like hanging window boxes and plant theatresTasks that you’ll want to do as we transition into autumn, and when to start planning your bulb displaysSarah guides Jemima through the art of creating stunning bulb lasagnas, with tips on selecting complementary varieties and planting in layersProducts mentioned:Thyme & Rosemary in Terracotta Potshttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/thyme-and-rosemary-in-terracotta-potsTulip 'Orange Marmalade'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-orange-marmaladeIris 'Purple Hill' (Reticulata)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/iris-reticulata-purple-hillTulip hageri 'Little Beauty'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulipa-hageri-little-beautyFritillaria meleagrishttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/fritillaria-meleagrisPlum and Apricot Tulip Mixhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/plum-and-apricot-tulip-collectionSarah Raven Tulip Collectionhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/sarah-raven-tulip-collectionTulip 'Slawa'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-slawaCosmos atrosanguineus 'Chocolate'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cosmos-atrosanguineus-chocolatePelargonium sidoides (Species)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pelargonium-sidoidesPittosporum tenuifolium 'Bannow Bay'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/pittosporum-tenuifolium-bannow-bayViola cornuta 'Tiger Eye Red' F1https://www.sarahraven.com/products/viola-cornuta-tiger-eye-red-f1Get in touch: [email protected] on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest