That's How We Grow

Charlie Albone is joined by one of Australia’s most passionate gardeners, Costa Georgiadis. With a deep passion for the environment and a life-long history of advocating for sustainability, Costa and Charlie chat about the importance of nurturing a relationship with the environment and how community gardens could be the key to happier people and a happier planet. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by self-sufficiency expert Mark Valencia, founder of Self Sufficient Me. Together, they’ll be unpacking just what it means to be self-sufficient, how to grow and maintain a large veggie patch, how it can improve your health and the environment, and how you can start implementing these practices in your backyard. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by architect and landscape designer Matt Leacy to chat about his extensive career designing some of Australia’s most daring and innovative builds, and how the environment and sustainability are being implemented into modern design to create homes for generations to come. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by AFL legend and contemporary aboriginal artist, Gavin Wanganeen, to chat about his career from aspiring footballer to modern indigenous artist; exploring how his heritage has influenced his works and relationship with the land. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by compost and sustainability expert, Hannah Churton, to learn all about composting & worm farms, how to integrate them into your home, make sure you’re doing it right and explain the huge impact simple renewable practices can have on the planet. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by celebrated chefs and hosts of My Kitchen Rules, Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feidel to chat about what’s growing in their backyards and how best to care for them, while also hearing about their journeys from food enthusiasts to culinary masters. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by indoor plant hobbyist turned expert Jan Gettmann, better known to his fans as Sydney Plant Guy. Together, they’ll be separating the myths from science when it comes to growing and maintaining your indoor jungle. Learn how to make your greenery flourish and the surprising impact indoor plants can have on your home and your mind. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by lawn-mower extraordinaire and social media sensation, Tim Parker AKA, Tim The Lawnmower Man, to chat about all things green, including his experience offering his services to Aussie’s in need and the tips and tools you can use to have your lawn looking lush and healthy in no time. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Model, magazine editor, TV presenter, cookbook author and more, Deborah Huttonhas achieved plenty in life. But can she garden? Deb joins Charlie to chat about her gardening experience, what happened to her indoor plants and what she can incorporate into her new home renovation. Deb also discusses her skin cancer journey and how it led to her amazing hat range. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Juliet Love is co-host on Better Homes & Gardens and married to the host of THWG, Charlie Albone. Juliet and Charlie break down how their home structure works, the battle over flowering plants and edible plants and the importance of including indoor plants. Juliet also reveals her pride in purchasing bargains to decorate a room. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wanted to know the inside secrets of an award winning garden designer? Myles Baldwin is the founder of a prestigious landscape architecture studio which has won multiple international awards. Myles joins host Charlie Albone and breaks down their shared love of landscape design, the projects that excite them and what you can do to improve your green space. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chase host and co-host of The Morning Show, Larry Emdur, exposes celebrity gardens as well as his own shipping container made home. Joining host Charlie Albone, they run through their questionable dancing skills on Dancing With The Stars, what Larry looks for in his property investments and his beginning steps into gardening and the beautiful nature in Kangaroo Valley. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawn connoisseur Ben Sims (AKA @lawntips), reveals the secrets behind his viral lawn videos that make watching grass grow interesting. Learn about his favourite lawn types - and what he doesn’t like, along with tips to get your lawn looking immaculate. Ben also breaks down how he has created a Par 3 course in his very own backyard! Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Compost Queen Kate Flood breaks down the basics of composting and the importance of having a nutritious garden with host Charlie Albone. Kate gives us the best tips and tricks to help step-up your household waste management and make your garden a regenerative garden! Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Albone is joined by award winning garden designer Phillip Johnson to chat about all things garden design including Phil’s winning Best in Show Chelsea Flower Show design, now recreated in Melbourne. Hear how you can incorporate natural designs into your home garden from two of Australia’s leading landscape designers. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to season 3! Celebrity chef Curtis Stone reveals the must-grow herbs and vegies for your home garden in this episode of That’s How We Grow. Joining host Charlie Albone, he runs through growing Australian natives in LA, incorporating fresh grown produce into your daily meals and tackles typical challenges of growing a thriving vegie patch. Want Charlie to answer your question on the podcast? please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a way to finish this season! Two of Australia’s best garden designers share their insights on garden design and what inspires them. The amazing Paul Bangay joins Charlie Albone to discuss how his garden designs have evolved over the years, the passion and inspiration for his incredible designs, and Paul’s amazing gardens at his Stonefield property in Victoria. Their shared passion for gardening and garden design is infectious and will inspire you to think about your own garden. On today’s episode: Today’s Guest: Paul Bangay OAM is one of Australia’s most well-renowned landscape designers, with an extensive list of public and private commissions in Australia and beyond. Paul has been creating gardens that boast timeless charm and classic simplicity for over 25 years. In 2001, he was awarded the Centenary Medal for his contribution to public design projects. Paul has appeared on a number of gardening and lifestyle programs and published many widely-anticipated books, the most recent being ‘Small Garden Design’ (2019). We’d love to hear from you, please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au Look after your plants in the summer months, with advice from the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. Check out the STIHL blog for all your gardening questions. https://blog.stihl.com.au/how-to-keep-plants-safe-during-the-summer-months/ Website: stihl.com.au/ Instagram - @stihl_au or @charlie_albone This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jump in, we’re putting in a pool! The great Australian dream of having a pool in the backyard remains incredibly popular. Charlie Albone is joined by award-winning landscape architect Tristan Peirce to discuss garden design, plant selection, current global pool trends, incorporating a pool and finding the balance of blending your garden design into the natural environment. These two highly credentialed garden designers highlight the importance of how a talented landscape designer can help you with your garden design to have a great sanctuary you’ll love spending time in. On today’s episode: Today’s Guest: Tristan Peirce is an award-winning landscape architect based in Perth, Western Australia. With over 16 years of experience in both residential and commercial fields, Tristan established his own landscape architecture business, tristanpeirce, in 2018. The business aims to provide innovative and bespoke landscape architecture, pool and garden designs for residential spaces and has received four awards from the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects and the Western Australian Landscape Design Association. We’d love to hear from you, please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au Website: stihl.com.au/ Instagram - @stihl_au or @charlie_albone This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The importance of insects such as bees for your garden, particularly your vegetable patch, can't be underestimated. Johanna Griggs has become incredibly passionate and interested in the humble bee. This passion is driving her gardening practices, which sees Johanna grow about 85% of the fruits and veggies she and her family eats. Charlie and Johanna share their passion for growing vegetables, compost and getting people involved in gardening. On today’s episode: Today’s Guest: Johanna Griggs AM is an Australian television presenter, having hosted Better Homes and Gardens, House Rules, House Calls to The Rescue along with being one of 7's longest serving and most accomplished Sports hosts... including 8 Olympic Games, 3 Paralympic Games along with multiple world championships and Commonwealth Games. Johanna began her career in the pool as a competitive swimmer, winning a bronze medal at the 1990 Commonwealth Games, and a silver medal at the 1991 World Championships... before retiring at the age of 19. Having hosted the 12-logie award-winning show Better Homes and Gardens for 19 years, she has become an Australian household name. She is a board member for Beyond Blue and works closely with the Humpty Dumpty Foundation and the McGrath Foundation. We’d love to hear from you, please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au Keen to build your own raised garden bed? Check out the STIHL blog for all your gardening questions. https://blog.stihl.com.au/how-to-build-a-raised-bed/ Website: stihl.com.au/ Instagram - @stihl_au or @charlie_albone This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The transformation of land from a dairy farm to a macadamia farm makes for an amazing story. Charlie speaks with Martin and Will Brook to understand the journey they undertook, bringing the rainforest back and supporting the natural environment to improve their farming business. Martin and Will provide a great example of how supporting native plants thrive, but also help green your garden. On today’s episode: Today’s guest: Martin and Pam Brook began their family's journey to the country by purchasing Brookfarm in 1989. Back then, it was a rundown dairy farm. Working with the local environment, they began to transform the property, embracing the small pocket of rainforest that remained and supporting it to rejuvenate. Planting macadamia trees, a natural rainforest plant, transformed the farm's practices. With a focus on working with the environment to support the health of everything, Brookfarm is a leading sustainability led business. With son Will Brook now managing the business, the Brook family continue to see the farm’s business evolve and support the rainforest surrounding it. We’d love to hear from you, please email any questions you have about your garden to: charlie@stihl.com.au Want to learn how you can promote biodiversity in your garden? Check out the STIHL blog for all your gardening questions. https://blog.stihl.com.au/promoting-biodiversity-in-your-garden/ Website: stihl.com.au/ Instagram - @stihl_au or @charlie_albone This podcast was hosted by Charlie Albone and created by STIHL Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.