Charles Dowding is well known for being one of the leading pioneersof no - jibe gardening , which he has been practising since the early 1980s .
He has write several honorable - selling books on constitutional gardening and the no - dig method , having spent years tend to a securities industry garden , a small farm in France and more recently , on farmland in Somerset .
I spoke with Charles very briefly to explore his former life and plans for the future .
How Did You First Get Into Gardening? What Does It Mean To You?
“ I begin into gardening through a desire to eat tasty , novel vegetables , ” he explain .
“ It shape everything in my life and teach me all the meter . ”
When Did You First Start To Practice No Dig Gardening?
“ In 1982 , as I was inspired by weeds and how they grow , ” says Charles .
“ I was see too many on constituent holdings and saw the potential of mulching from this . ”
What Are The Benefits Of No Dig?
“ Less time and effort is required in the garden and the soil ameliorate all the clip . It also leads to good moisture retentivity and drainage , few weeds and healthier plants . ”
What Are Some Of The Best Vegetables For Growing At This Time Of Year?
“ There are too many to list , ” say Charles .
“ I love how growing your own lead to a full admiration of the change seasons and dissimilar flavours . ”
Do You Have Any Standout Career Moments?
“ come along on Gardeners World with Geoff Hamilton in March 1989 was awesome .
My first script appear March 2007 was a huge high spot , too .
The first of my videos to reach a very large audience , ‘ Fourth Summer at Homeacres ’ , appeared in August 2016 . It has over 5 million views to this day .
“ Finally , I will always be majestic of the cosmopolitan enthusiasm for my No Dig book . ”
What’s Next For You?
“ I have a young website coming in either August or September 2023 , ” he shares .
“ It will feature an interactional and world no - dig map !
“ I ’m also going on a tripper to Chile and Buenos Aires , where I will be giving many workshops . ”
What Advice Would You Give To Aspiring Gardeners?
“ Start small and be rightful to your agreement , ” Charles says .
