All The Dirt Gardening, Sustainability and Food

Sue Leighton Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show Jun 20, 2026 51:19 Sue Leighton is the coordinator of WA's Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show which showcases the abundance of wildflower diversity in the region. She is also a garden designer, shire councillor and ABC Great Southern Radio's gardening presenter.

Jacqui Mitchell Citrus Australia Jun 4, 2026 40:37 Deryn chats with Jacqui Mitchell about biosecurity and all things Citrus. Jacqui works with urban communities in high density areas to encourage the monitoring of pests and diseases through CitrusWatch's early detection network.

Hannah Maloney Why We Garden May 23, 2026 37:46 Hannah talks with Deryn about her new book "Why We Garden" and the joy and wonder of growing.

Grow It Local Darryl Nichols and Paul West May 9, 2026 38:23 Darryl and Paul, co-founders of Grow It Local, are on a mission to get more Australian's growing and eating locally grown foods. Deryn chats to them about their work, seeds and visits to community gardens. @growitlocal.

Connie Cao Your Asian Veggie Patch Apr 25, 2026 34:12 Connie Cao, author of Your Asian Veggie Patch talks with Deryn about some of her favourite edibles, her feature garden at the Melbourne Flower and Garden Show and the joys of growing up with a Mum who cooked delicious Asian food. Connie Cao, author of Your Asian Veggie Patch talks with Deryn about some of her favourite edibles, her feature ga

Steve Wells Therapeutic Horticulture Apr 13, 2026 45:16 Steve Wells is an enthusiastic gardener who combines the skills of a nurse and gardener in therapeutic horticulture. Two of his home gardens have featured on Gardening Australia and Deryn chats with him about his career, gardens and love of all things green.

Raised Vegetable Beds - Why We Love Them Mar 28, 2026 39:58 Steve and Audrey share their experiences with their first season of growing in raised veggie beds.

Lisa Edwards Conservation and Nature Mar 16, 2026 46:41 'W.A Loves Nature' aims to inspire the community to support our world renowned biodiversity and showcase W.A's unique flora and fauna to the world.

Jolanda Keeble Flora Field Guides Mar 2, 2026 47:04 Jolanda Keeble is passionate about the flora in our bushland and has written and published 3 Field Guides to help people fully appreciate the biodiversity of special areas in the WA Wheatbelt.

Kalamunda Garden Festival Feb 13, 2026 52:38 Andrew and Mandy Osenton are a force of nature. Together with an outstanding group of volunteers they run the Kalamunda Garden Festival. Held four times a year at the beginning of each season, this is a horticultural event not to be missed.

Gardening Expert Darren Seinor Jan 31, 2026 49:03 Darren shares his life long passion for horticulture chatting to Deryn about his career as a radio garden talk back host, television presenter, landscape gardener and nurseryman.

Angela Maroney Your Landscape Journey Jan 17, 2026 45:50 Angela is a Landscape Architect with over 30 years experience in garden design. Her passion is connecting home owners with the right landscape professionals to achieve the best possible results.

Eden Seeds Heirloom Open Pollinated Non Hybrid Dec 30, 2025 46:05 Ambre Whatley and her mother Adele own and run Eden Seeds set in Queensland's Gold Coast Hinterland. They specialise in supplying traditional tried and trusted vegetable seed varieties for the home gardener to save, regrow and share.

Garden Catch Up and Hanging Baskets Dec 18, 2025 50:45 Steve and Deryn catch up on whats been happening in the garden and do a deep dive into the world of Hanging Baskets.

Zanthorrea Nursery Nov 22, 2025 42:23 Iconic third generation garden centre Zanthorrea Nursery is in a class of its own. Deryn chats with Jackie & Ross Hooper about the history, dedication and passion that makes Zanthorrea such a joy to visit.

Julie Kinney Mediterranean Gardens Nov 7, 2025 39:57 Steve talks with Julie Kinney and her long time passion for the low maintenance, drought tolerant, yet colourful world of Mediterranean Gardens.

Angus Stewart Australian Cut Flowers and Foliage Oct 25, 2025 46:54 Plant breeder Angus Stewart talks with Deryn about Australian flowers and foliage which make excellent cut flowers. He also chats about breeding work and life on the Tasman Peninsular.

The Rookie Gardener Chloe Foster Oct 12, 2025 46:33 Chloe started her horticultural career in retail and wholesale nurseries before moving into high profile positions with Melbourne Zoo and Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. A passionate educator, Chloe is on a mission to help novice gardeners transition from horticultural zero to green thumbed hero. Her book is joyful, irreverent, inspirational and fun.

Bede Mickan Soil Microbiologist Sep 27, 2025 50:39 Dr Bede Mickan is a passionate industry based scientist specialising in nutrient and value recovery from food waste. A lecturer at UWA's School of Agriculture Bede is also the Research and Development Manager for Richgo garden products.

Tropical Gardens and Spring Banter Sep 13, 2025 37:22 Steve and Deryn chat about creating a tropical garden and catch up on what they have been up to in their own gardens. Our thoughts go out to the Balinese community after recent devastating floods.

Kieran Kelly Open Gardens Aug 29, 2025 34:59 Kieran chats to Deryn and Steve about his life long career in horticulture, his love for the industry and his passion to encourage fellow gardeners to share their knowledge and skills.

"Yabby Lady" Mary Nenke Aquaculture Pioneer Aug 9, 2025 36:50 Mary was awarded Rural Women of the Year in 2000. An advocate for regional Australia Mary is the founder and driving force behind Cambinata Yabbies.

Polyphagous Shot - Hole Borer: John Szymanski Jul 26, 2025 51:42 John has dedicated years of his life to the eradication of horticultural pests and diseases. He has now turned his attention to one of the most destructive pests to have ever entered Australia.

Chelsea Hunter Community Garden Coordinator and Carolyn Mann Containers for Change Jul 13, 2025 52:18 Moving from New Zealand to the Pilbara Chelsea successfully meets the challenges of growing in W.A's harsh Northwest and shares the tremendous community spirit that the Community Garden inspires. Carolyn Mann is the Acting Coordinator for Containers for Change with over 40 million containers recycled in Hedland alone.

Kelly Howlett Raising Awareness of the Social and Natural Environment Jun 29, 2025 41:59 Kelly has a Bachelor of Science (Environment) and was awarded a Member of the Order of Australia for her outstanding services to the community of Port Hedland.

Suzanne Lefroy Landscape Designer Jun 15, 2025 44:29 A well designed garden is one of the best investments a home owner can make. Deryn chats with Suzanne about the latest technology in creating beautiful and functional gardens.

Choosing Resilient Plants Amanda Shade Jun 1, 2025 55:51 Deryn chats with Amanda Shade Manager of Living Collections at Kings Park and Botanic Garden. Amanda is responsible for the nursery, seed bank, herbarium and collections management database. She also works with Kings Park Horticulturists to select plants for the WA Botanic Garden's in-ground collections.

All The Dirt 250th Episode May 20, 2025 41:09 A huge thank you to you our listeners as we celebrate our 250th episode and talk home grown apples and keeping chickens in the backyard.

Julie and Gary Richards Down2Earth May 4, 2025 53:14 Deryn chats with Julie and Gary about their commitment to combining community, gardening, bees and seeds and helping to make the world a better place.

Dr Judy Friedlander and the B&B Highway Apr 21, 2025 31:40 Planting seeds flagship program, the B&B Highway, is an urban educational and regeneration initiative. Its Bed and Breakfast for Birds, Bees and Biodiversity and is now located in over 210 schools, communities and corporate sites. Judy is the author of The Bee Squad, Boosting Diversity in Your Neighbourhood.

Small Eucalyptus For Home Gardens Apr 5, 2025 59:50 Joe Richardson a Horticulturalist at Kings Park and Botanic Gardens talks with Deryn about his favourite and most practical small Eucalyptus for the home garden.

Firewise Gardening Chris Ferreira Mar 22, 2025 47:52 The Forever Project is dedicated to Environmental education. Founder and managing director Chris Ferreira's innovative new program focuses on creating Fire wise homes, gardens, landscapes and communities.

Plant Diseases Problems and Solutions Mar 9, 2025 48:25 Steve and Deryn chat about the most common and annoying plant diseases and offer practical solutions.

Natalie Vallance - Muchea Tree Farm - Australian Plants Feb 22, 2025 54:39 Natalie Vallance owns and runs Muchea Tree Farm, a wholesale and retail outlet that specialises in native plants and speaks to Deryn about some of her favourites and the challenges of running a nursery. She shares a few of her most loved Australian plants. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Dean Arthurell Carnaby Crusaders Jan 26, 2025 40:00 Deryn Chats with Dean on the work that Carnaby Crusaders are doing to protect the endangered Carnaby Cockatoo. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Bee Sentry Detecting Varroa Mite with the help of AI Jan 14, 2025 41:19 John Szymanski is an inventor with a passion for nature. His latest innovation is a world first in the early detection of Varroa mite. John and his wife Michelle played a major role in the control of Rubber Vine in the Australian Pilbara and Kimberly and have now turned their attention to protecting Western Australia from Varroa. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+

Sabrina Hahn "How To Do It In The Garden" Dec 17, 2024 40:55 Sabrina brings a burst of sunshine to the world of gardening and her new book "How To Do It In The Garden" is no exception. She shares her decades of gardening knowledge with exuberance and joy. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Garden Pests Dec 2, 2024 46:58 Steve and Deryn run through the most common and annoying garden pests and offer practical solutions to keeping your garden healthy and free of bugs https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

David Austin Roses Nov 16, 2024 45:27 Stefanie Williams is the International Business Development Manager for David Austin Roses and chats with Deryn about their scent profiles, new rose releases and some of the most popular varieties in Australia. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Rare Fruit Varieties For The Home Gardener Nov 2, 2024 43:53 Cyrus Roussilhes is a passionate grower who specialises in rare fruit trees, especially easy-to-grow South American varieties like Eugenias, Garcinias and Jaboticabas. Over the past 15 years he has cultivated more than 700 varieties on his compact 700 sqm Perth property transforming his suburban block into a fruiting paradise. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dir

Q & A Your Gardening Questions Answered Oct 19, 2024 46:46 Steve & Audrey go through some of their most commonly asked gardening questions. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off Discount offer: 15% off our Decorative Solar Light range while stocks last. The solar light campaign runs from 8th to 28th October 2024.

Dirty Clean Food Jay Albany Oct 5, 2024 49:48 Jay and his wife Miranda left New York after after finding themselves enticed by the natural beauty of Western Australia. Today they bring together produce from WA's most progressive regenerative farmers with an ethos that protects our soils and farmlands for future generations. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Tammy Huynh A Love of Horticulture Sep 22, 2024 42:14 Tammy Huynh has had a unique journey into horticulture from her grandmothers vegetable garden to presenting and sharing her passion for plants on Gardening Australia. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Milk - The Original Superfood - Mathew Evans Sep 9, 2024 37:32 Deryn chats with Mathew Evans about the truth, the lies and the unbelievable story of natures superfood. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Regenerative Agriculture Rosa's Ridge Aug 21, 2024 43:55 Sam and Steph Hondema had a vision to produce clean heathy meat with the very best intentions for both their animals and their customers. Today they are focused on producing pasture raised chicken, a labour of love and commitment. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Bill Davey 1.8 Million Trees Aug 14, 2024 49:41 Deryn chats with Bill Davey, an elder statesman of the Western Australian landcare industry, and then talks to his young supervisor Lachy Norman about his passion for planting trees and protecting the environment. Plantation and Landcare's environmental team hand planted 1.8 million trees from June to August 2024. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaig

Nick Eyres Sustainable Agronomy Jul 29, 2024 39:03 Nick is an independent agronomist passionate about sustainable broadacre food production. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Leah Caprez Herbs For Healing and Health Jul 21, 2024 41:24 Leah is a herbalist with a passion to encourage people to reach their true potential through nurturing both their body and soul. Her website Chilli Treasures and podcast Chat with Chilli reflect a genuine desire to support individuals in their search for optimum health. ttps://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

World's Best Pizza Theo Kalogeracos Jun 28, 2024 30:13 Theo was awarded World's Best Pizza maker due to his passion for only using the highest quality local ingredients he could find and his love for giving his customers the best he could offer. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off Theo was awarded World's Best Pizza maker due to his passion for using only the highest quality l

The Wonderful World of Ios Greece Jun 19, 2024 47:08 Join Steve as he and Audrey visit their son Ben on the little known Greek island of Ios. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

The Need For Feed Jun 1, 2024 49:06 Anthony and Tini Quinlan specialise in sourcing and producing quality organic based plant nutrition. Supplying both commercial producers and the home gardener they share their passion and knowledge on how to grow the healthiest and most nutrient dense food.

Dr Grey Coupland Harry Butler Institute May 19, 2024 37:55 Dr Grey Coupland talks to Deryn about Miyawaki pocket forests and how these tiny urban plantings can increase biodiversity https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Edible Gardens Festival May 3, 2024 42:05 Each year Trevor Paddenburg and Val Vallee organise the Edible Gardens Festival a truly inspiring event where people can visit and learn from fellow gardeners how to grow the most fabulous variety of fruit, vegetable and herb plants. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Our Favourite Gardening Hints and Tips Apr 22, 2024 56:03 Steve and Deryn share some of their favourite tips for getting the best results from your garden. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

John Colwill - For the Love of Trees Apr 9, 2024 47:05 One of Australia's most respected Plantsman, John Colwill was awarded the Order of Australia for his outstanding contribution to the horticultural industry. John chats with Deryn sharing his passion, knowledge and love of trees and nature. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Chef Guy Jeffreys Kitchen Community and Home Grown Food Mar 23, 2024 51:10 Much admired and respected Chef Guy Jefferys chats with Deryn about Kitchen Community and growing food at home. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Sustainable Seafood Rare Foods Australia Mar 12, 2024 30:23 Brad Adams grew up with a passion for the ocean and a desire to work with mother nature. Today he produces sustainably farmed Abalone in some of the most pristine waters the world has to offer. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Georgina Steytler For The Love Of Nature Feb 25, 2024 51:31 One of Australia's most gifted wildlife photographers, Georgina is passionate about nature. Her books For The Love Of Flora and For The Love Of Birds celebrate the enchantment, beauty and diversity of our natural world. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Summer Harvest Tips and Mead Feb 12, 2024 53:38 We chat about different ways to get the most from your Summer Harvest and its that time of year when honey abounds, we talk to Adam Bernhagen about his family's Meadery. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Laura Blishen Growing the Unusual Jan 26, 2024 01:07:53 Laura has a passion for growing rare and unusual vegetables. Through her business, Thrive Sustainability, she encourages others to share the joy of growing the unusual.

In Search of Natures Fragrances Emilie Bell Jan 12, 2024 41:27 Emilie Bell travels the Asia Pacific region working with farmers and communities sourcing Essential Oils. Establishing ethical and sustainable connections and practices is her primary objective.

Summer in the Garden Dec 31, 2023 49:42 Steve and Deryn chat about all the things they love about summer in the garden.

Gunyulgup Farm Dan Atkinson Dec 15, 2023 01:02:54 Steve chats with Dan about his career change from school teacher to passionate organic market gardener. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Talking Lawns with Darren Kirkwood Dec 1, 2023 53:31 Deryn chats with Darren Kirwood about all things lawn from the best varieties to easy care and maintenance. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Chlorotic Decline A Horticultural Mystery Nov 20, 2023 36:47 Patrick Courtney joins Deryn to explain the mystery behind chlorotic decline a syndrome that was having devastating effects on the majestic trees in Western Australia's Kings Park. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

What's the Buzz with Ally and Steph Nov 6, 2023 57:52 Bee keeping is an absolute joy but comes with challenges and responsibilities. Ally and Steph host the What's the Buzz podcast and are passionate about education. With Varroa mite now present within Australia its never been more important to keep informed and aware. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Heritage Roses The Beauty and History Of Old World Roses Oct 21, 2023 57:54 Deryn speaks with Lynne Chapman and Jan Eastman from Heritage Roses Australia about the beauty and history of old-world roses https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Chelsea Payne Trees Of Kings Park Oct 11, 2023 58:30 We talk with Chelsea Payne who leads a passionate team of qualified arborists who look after the beautiful trees of Kings Park in Perth, Western Australia. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Our Favourite Annuals So Much Joy Sep 22, 2023 55:46 Annuals bring so much colour and joy to the garden. They are affordable, cheerful and easy grow. For pots, hanging baskets or filling those gaps between the perennials there's plenty to choose from for every season. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Mathew Stray Curator WA Seed Centre Kings Park Sep 11, 2023 48:36 Seeds are the embryonic stage of the plant life cycle and on this episode Mathew teaches us about seeds and seed collection. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off www.hoselink.com.au/win

The Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook Aug 27, 2023 48:56 Kirsten Bradley together with partner Nick Ritar are educators in the truest sense. At a time when connecting with our gardens, the earth, our environment, and each other has never been more important the Milkwood handbook offers practical solutions for mindful daily living and restoring balance in our lives. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+

AB Bishop Naturescapes Aug 13, 2023 50:17 AB Bishop loves natural, native gardens and in her latest book co-written with designer Phillip Withers, she chats about how the combined elements of design and good plant choice can create attractive gardens that give a sense of place and provide habitat for wildlife. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Compostable Kate from Bokashi to Biochar Jul 30, 2023 49:24 Compostable Kate is social media icon with her passionate and unique ability to spread the word on how to produce the most wonderful compost and biochar at home. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Grow Your Own Herbal Teas Jul 16, 2023 41:43 Elle Jenkins studied horticulture after leaving her career of 17 years as a police officer. After developing a passion for the many benefits herbal teas have to offer Elle went on to start growing, processing and selling her own range of herbal teas under the brand Australian Medicinal Teas

Our Favourite Deciduous Fruit Trees Jul 3, 2023 57:21 Deryn and Steve chat about their favourite deciduous fruit trees including tips on planting, pruning, harvesting and general maintenance.

Our Favourite Deciduous Fruit Trees Jul 2, 2023 01:02:48 Deryn and Steve chat about their favourite deciduous fruit trees including tips on planting, pruning, harvesting and general care and maintenance.

Edible Plants For Pots Angie Thomas Jun 17, 2023 43:21 Deryn chats with Angie Thomas about her new book Top 50 Edible Plants For Pots, A joint collaboration with Yates Angie's book shows us how to grow our own food in the smallest places.

Medicinal Mushrooms with Graham Upson Jun 2, 2023 52:29 Graham Upson had been commercially producing mushrooms for the major supermarkets for decades before turning his full attention to the healing world of medicinal mushrooms. Together with his wife Lee and daughter Catherine Touchwood Mushrooms are now leading producers of the most pure source of these incredible gifts from nature.

200th Episode with Costa Georgiadis May 19, 2023 01:01:28 Steve and Deryn chat with Costa about the joy of gardening, growing food and chickens,

Composting in the 21st Century May 12, 2023 49:51 Steve talks to Ashley from Monty Compost about everything composting and how our mobile phones can help make the perfect compost.

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