How I Grow

We interview Doug, one of our "The Seed Collection Community" members.

BIO: A retiree, I started growing my own vegetables 2.5 yrs ago in our suburban yard on the Gold Coast, QLD with no prior experience. Gardening helps me stay active mentally and physically. I mainly grow in raised beds, pots and growbags, as is easier on my back and knees.

Location: Southern Gold Coast, QLD, Australia.
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We trace Doug’s shift from health scare to thriving garden, turning sandy soil and palm stands into productive raised beds. He shares practical methods for container sweet potatoes, ginger and turmeric in pots, probiotic sauerkraut, and calm, effective pest management.

• Why raised beds suit sandy soil and sore knees.
• Hugelkultur-style filling with chopped palm to save soil costs.
• Cool-season crops started early under shade and in pots.
• Vertical sweet potato in 160-litre pots with trellis control.
• Summer winners: sweet corn, ginger, turmeric.
• Fermenting sauerkraut for gut health and easy storage.
• Mindset of persistence, balance and simple tools

'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd.
Find out more about us here: www.theseedcollection.com.au

'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. 
Find out more about us here: www.theseedcollection.com.au

A Chat with Emily Todd
BIO: Emily is a 26 year old garden lover and horticulture student from Melbournes outer east. Em grows flowers and tends a small kitchen garden, sharing the joy of gardening online. A creative soul and animal lover, she enjoys cooking, painting and pottering in the garden.
Emily's location: Yarra Valley, VIC
To learn more about Em:
Instagram: @emtoddx
TikTok: @emtoddxx

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In this episode of How I Grow, Nat sits down with Emily, a 26 year old creative from the Yarra Valley who has turned her 500m2 block into a blooming sanctuary. Em shares how her obsession with plants started at a young age by her mother’s side, making mud cakes and tucking flowers into her hair, a childhood spark that eventually led her to further her knowledge with growing flowers and vegetables from scratch. From her front yard filled with dreamy roses, poppies and foxgloves to a backyard "chaos" of pumpkins rambling over her chicken coop, Em’s story is a beautiful look at how she’s teaching herself and others to get out into their gardens and create. Em tells us about her up's and down's in the garden, including losing her beloved chickens to a fox last November.
Beyond the garden beds, Emily speaks from the heart about how digging in the dirt has become her "free therapy". She describes the pure magic of watching a tiny seed transform into a towering flower and how that process has taught her a level of patience she never had before. Whether she's pickling homegrown cauliflower or dreaming up new garden designs to help others start their own garden spaces, Em’s approach is all about slowing down and finding purpose in the soil. It’s a refreshing reminder that you don't need acreage to create a life full of color. Sometimes, all you need is a bit of trial and error and a genuine love for the "petals and poultry" lifestyle.
'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. 
Find out more about us here: www.theseedcollection.com.au

An interview Breanna from @tiny.garden.growing
Instagram: @tiny.garden.growing

BIO:  I am a passionate self taught gardener, proving that a tiny garden CAN be productive. I aim to inspire people to want to eat healthier homegrown food, garden sustainably and create habitat for native critters - irrespective of garden size!

Location:  Melbourne's outer South East

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Do you believe a lush garden is out of reach for city dwellers? Let Melbourne's own Breanna from Tiny Garden Growing prove you wrong! On our latest episode, she takes us through her surprising journey, transforming a tiny urban space into a veritable cornucopia. Discover how creativity and a little bit of soil can work wonders, and how you, too, can yield a bountiful harvest from even the smallest of balconies or backyards. From balancing soil composition for pots to selecting the right fruit trees for cooler climates, Brianna's expertise will leave you eager to green your space, no matter the size.

We chat about how involving children in the process not only educates them on the origins of their food but instills a sense of environmental stewardship. Hear heartwarming anecdotes of youngsters engaging with nature and learn why it's critical to share this knowledge with the next generation. Not only will you be nurturing plants, but you'll also be fostering a greener future with every seed sown.
'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. 
Find out more about us here: www.theseedcollection.com.au

An interview Alysse Gallagher
Instagram: @one_fine_farm @practical_permaculture

BIO:  Our family Oscar/Hubbie & kids (Addie & Gus) are embarking on creating a Permaculture inspired homestead. After travelling Australia for 18 months, we are starting from scratch. We are documenting our journey to help show others what is possible. 

Location:  Northern NSW -Clarence Valley, Yaegl Country 

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Have you ever dreamed of transforming a simple plot of land into a thriving, self-sufficient homestead? Our latest conversation with Elise from One Fine Farm is an intimate look into the realities of permaculture living, where she shares her family's journey in northern New South Wales. From the careful observation of rain patterns to the ambitious plans for crop cultivation, Elise's story is a compelling tapestry of hard-won wisdom, community spirit, and a profound connection to nature.
'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. 
Find out more about us here: www.theseedcollection.com.au

In this episode, we unlock the secrets to transforming your patch of green into a thriving sanctuary for bees. Amid the challenges of industrial agriculture, diseases, and climate change, bees are facing an uphill battle, and our discussion focuses on how every flower choice and garden design can tip the balance in their favour. From the stunning salvia to the humble candytuft, we explore a palette of plants that not only please the eye but also offer a veritable buffet for our buzzing friends.
'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. 
Find out more about us here: www.theseedcollection.com.au