Plants 'n' Sh*t - Season 2 - Episode 1

'What is design anyway?'

In the first season of P&S we talked to a wide range of creatives across the country about their own experiences following their passion. It was great to hear from a diverse range of guests about challenges they face constantly and how they try to overcome them. We really gained an understanding of what it takes to keep a creative practice moving and some of the common traits we all share.

This season we are shifting slightly to focus the lens back on what we love to do. We begin by discussing the ideas around 'design' more broadly and what it actually means. Why is design important and what is it that we actually do as landscape design professionals?

S1 Ep14 sees a completely remote recording. Tim (Adelaide) & Stephen (Melbourne) are joined by Phil Pettitt (Sydney). Phil Pettitt has been working in the horticultural industry for over 20 years & currently works at the Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney. For the last 10 years his focus has been on the Community Greening program, working in partnership with many NGOs, local and state government services to inspire and educate social housing residents in community gardening.

We re-visit the concept that horticulture is still undervalued in today's society, chat about the 'Community Greening' program & it's many challenges & rewards, plus a range of other interesting topics.

Show Notes;

Phil's Instagram @pettitt_phil

Our Instagram @plantsnshitpodcast

Stephen's Instagram @stephenreadlandscape

Tim's Instagram @spacecapsulegardenco + @banksandbrown

"The New Normal" Part 2.

Tonight we continue our discussion about the constantly changing world we all find ourselves in. We chat to Brent Reid from Candeo Design. Brent has designed & built many wonderful gardens at the Melbourne Flower Show. He's also worked extensively in the residential design field & more recently been involved in bringing the London College of Garden Design to Melbourne.

We talk about the cancellation of MIFGS, the uncertainty of running a business during a pandemic & Brent's role with the London College of Garden Design. Finally we discuss the power of "the chat", looking out for people & making sure the people around you are doing ok.

Unfortunately, just as we began recording a technical issue booted Stephen off the link. We promise he'll be back in the next episode....or will he.....