The Shed Organics Show

In this episode, I chat with Jo Henley from Henley's Rustics - a father-and-daughter business handcrafting beautiful, sustainable garden beds and wicking garden beds from reclaimed corrugated iron. Jo is passionate about helping people grow—whether it’s fresh veggies, a patch of flowers, or a stronger connection to gardening. What started as a little project between father and daughter has gro...

This weeks guest is Shavorn Stones - a fantastic home gardener growing incredible flowers, veges and many more... She also comes from a farming family, who is working tirelessly to provide us as consumers with the food and produce that we need. In this conversation we touch on the hard work and difficulties faced by farming families, and how that has impacted her view of agriculture. We also go th...

In this episode I’m joined by Ambre Whatley from Eden Seeds, and we dive right into the world of heirloom seeds, seed saving, and why any of this actually matters in the real world. We talk about what heirloom varieties really are, how they differ from a lot of modern commercial seed lines, and why saving seed is more than just a nice gardening hobby. It’s about independence, resilience, and keepi...

Wow! What a year it has been... I am incredibly grateful to be sitting here writing this after choosing 10 of the very best clips from the last 49 episodes. It was very difficult to narrow it down as there where just so many amazing guests that shared some really insightful information! Although hopefully the first of many, this last year has blown me away with the support and community that has e...

This week I sat down with Cass from PlantWithCass, a Sydney-based terrarium maker and workshop host who’s all about helping people grow better little ecosystems inside glass. In this episode we dug into what actually keeps them healthy long term – the water cycle, the soil balance, airflow, light and the natural progression of plants as the system matures. Cass shared heaps of practical insight fr...

In this episode I sit down with Bohdi from Fran’s Hydroponics here in Brisbane to dive into a world I’ve been genuinely curious about for a long time — hydroponics, and what it really means for the future of growing food. We chat about the big differences between soil-based gardening and hydro systems, from how the plants feed, to the role of nutrients, to what that means for the flavour and quali...

In this episode, I sit down with Nick from Belvedere Farms here in Queensland — a family who’ve taken run-down, chemical heavy land and turned it into a living, breathing example of what real, regenerative food can be. Our conversation isn’t just about farming techniques; it’s about the slow, steady work of building soil, nurturing community, and letting the land teach you as much as you shape it....

This week was all about creating long lasting and impressionable landscapes with Keith Edwards from K.E. Landscaping in Melbourne. We dived into what it takes to build spaces that feel intriguing and inviting, how starting with the healthy soil is the backbone of a great garden, and what methods Keith uses when growing his own food from home! Come and join us for the conversation and as always, if...

In this episode, I sit down with Miles Filipeli to take a clear and practical look at fermentation for soil health — focusing on Fermented Plant Extracts (FPEs) and how they can improve nutrient availability, plant resilience, and overall garden vitality. I'm a huge fan of Miles, and he has extensive experience teaching growers and home gardeners how to create their own biological inputs using...

This week is a big one! Simon Mulvany from SaveTheBeesAustralia joined me to weigh in on some big issues, from honey quality to government spraying, we covered it all. Simon is at the forefront of Bee education and environmental awareness through his successful page 'SaveTheBeesAustralia'. He is an advocate for our health sovereignty and is an avid wildlife warrior, fighting to help quite...

In this episode I’m joined by Jade Miles, co-founder of Black Barn Farm in north-east Victoria — a thriving u-pick orchard and learning space where she and her family live out the values of what she calls Futuresteading: living like tomorrow matters. We talk about the growing ache so many of us feel — that sense of disconnection from land, food, and community — and how small, intentional choices c...

This week we are joined by the powerful Jessie Reimers, a beacon of light in a world that can seem overwhelming in our current climate. Jessie shares her story of regaining her own health after a plethora of illnesses at an early age. After turning her own health around, she focused on helping others and successfully brought about systemic change to our very own heart foundation classification. We...

Today we have Brendon, the Ecosystem Gardener on the show. Brendon specialises in creating amazing aquatic installations in backyards around South Australia. His vision to create spaces that are designed around natural occurring systems is incredible and he shares some amazing tips and tricks to make sure they thrive for years to come... We cover all aspects of ecosystem gardening and why it is im...

I loved this weeks episode! Leonie Shanahan is one of those people you feel so lucky you have crossed paths with. She shares a wealth of knowledge but also some real and raw passion and heart. In this conversation we touch on what life is like living with Lymes and how managing the disease impacts her life today. We also go through her journey with school food gardens and the huge impact she has m...

This episode features the amazing Paul Jones from Elements Of Creation and WaterUps. Paul shares with us what it takes to design and create a tiny home that not only feels functional and strong but also seamlessly integrated with the natural surroundings and food gardens. We discussed the magic of wicking bed systems and how they can transform your gardening and ultimately change water conservatio...

This weeks guest is Yana from Rare Dragonfruit in Agnes Waters Queensland! She shares how her amazing collection of over 150+ varieties of dragonfruit are growing on her farm and how you can cultivate incredible vines at home too... We touched on the ways we can improve our soil organically and give the best chance to our fruiting plants to set them up for season after season of success. Follow Ja...

This weeks episode we have the amazing couple from KI Landscapes on the sunshine coast Rio & Bethany joining me for the conversation. I met these two wonderful people at the QLD Garden Show this year (which you can see the vlog linked below) and we had to sit down for a further chat on the podcast! We spoke about their journey of patience, slowly working towards their dream of a food forest ga...

What do kookaburras, lizards, and magpies all have in common? They’re part of Australia’s most overlooked comedy show—your backyard. In this episode, I’m joined by Darcy - The Backyard Naturalist to talk about the strange, hilarious, and under appreciated world of Aussie backyard wildlife. We explore how comedy can shine a light on nature in ways that are both entertaining and eye-opening. If you’...

This weeks episode we have the wonderful Kate Wall, a gardening coach from Brisbane who has been helping so many people transform their gardens. We chatted about the incredible stories in the aftermath of the 2011 floods where Kate was integral in helping her community rebuild and reclaim their land. We also spoke about about weeds, and how these fascinating plants are so misunderstood. What can w...

On today's show we are joined by some familiar faces to the channel here with Alana & Steve from Rich Roots Fertilisers. These guys have managed to turn a waste byproduct from mealworms into a fabulous fertiliser for our plants. We speak about the journey of starting a business and what that has been like to do together as a couple. They share how they got into the world of worm frass and...

This week we have a very short but very sweet episode with the incredible Chilli Donela. Chilli is a rising regen superstar on youtube and is captivating audiences with her authentic life on tasmanian land, proving that age isn't a factor in making a positive difference to the world. We spoke about her journey getting to where she is today and what you can expect next from her fabulous channel, as...

This weeks guest is a really incredible person I've had the pleasure of getting to know over recent weeks and today we can share more about her story. Kat Pearson is a Horticulturalist, writes for horticultural media, and is a person to turn to for your gardening knowledge, but she didnt use to be... We dive into what it's like making the career jump into this new space and where you also...

I wish I could have thought more about this topic sooner - meet Dr Jacinta Humphrey, the research fellow at ICON Science, RMIT University. She is exploring the fascinating world of Biodiversity Sensitive Urban Design. During the conversation we spoke about how we can make our homes and gardens attractive and comfortable for wildlife, how the wildlife are being effected by our involvements, and wha...

This episode we are back on location at the Brisbane Mount Coot-tha Botanical Gardens to meet Karla Pound, a survivalist, bowhunter, adventure guide and all round amazing woman. We spoke about why saying YES can help build you a life that you love, full of adventure and new experiences. What it was like being alone in the wilderness for over a month, and how being open minded lead to becoming a gu...

This week we are joined by the amazing Mariah from Hay, NSW. Mariah shares her story transforming her life from anxiety to abundance, and how gardening and growing food has helped her in this journey! We speak all about the incredible world of sourdough, including making and sharing a starter recipe as well as the differences in bread quality around the world. Follow Mariah HERE: https://www.insta...