Designing Gardens for Living: A Conversation with Award-Winning Garden Designer Manoj Malde

Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions. Welcome to The Cutflower Podcast! I'm Roz Chandler, and today we're joined by Manoj Malde, an award-winning garden designer, TV presenter, and author. Manoj shares his inspiring journey from the fashion industry to becoming a renowned garden designer. Summary: Manoj delves into his multicultural background and his early passion for fashion design, reflecting on his journey from being bullied in school to becoming a successful creative director in the fashion industry. Dissatisfied with the direction of fashion, Manoj transitioned to garden design, guided by his mentor, the late Simon Pyle. His Chelsea Flower Show journey, from helping other designers to creating his own garden, reflects his determination and innovative approach. Key Takeaways: Personalised Garden Design: Manoj's book, "Your Outdoor Room: How to Design a Garden You Can Live In," offers practical guidance for designing gardens tailored to individual lifestyles. Budget-Friendly Gardening: Learn cost-effective strategies, such as buying smaller plants and joining gardening clubs, to create stunning gardens on a budget. Thematic Garden Design: Discover how to incorporate themes into your garden, drawing inspiration from your home's interior design for a cohesive outdoor space. Manoj's passion for garden design shines through as he emphasises the importance of creating outdoor spaces that reflect personal style and enhance everyday living. Don't miss his book launch on March 21st! Website: http://manojmaldegardendesign.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manoj_malde/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ManojMalde/ Book: Your Outdoor Room: How to Design a Garden You Can Live In https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection