From Garden Novice to Instagram Sensation: Adam Marshall's Green Finger Journey

Send us a Text Message.I'm delighted to welcome you to another blooming episode of The Cutflower Podcast. Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with Adam Marshall, known as Green Fingered City Boy on Instagram. Adam's journey from a complete novice to a gardening sensation is truly inspiring. Join us as we explore his story, his passion projects, and how he has captivated nearly 70,000 followers with his relatable and engaging content.Episode Summary:In this episode, I sit down with Adam Marshall to discuss his incredible transformation from a non-gardener to a beloved Instagram gardening personality. Adam shares how he discovered gardening just before the 2020 lockdown and how it became a vital part of his physical and mental well-being. We talk about his ambitious projects, the challenges he's faced, and how he manages to balance a full-time job with his gardening and social media commitments. Adam's journey is a testament to the therapeutic power of gardening and the impact of sharing your passion with a community.Key Takeaways:Gardening as Therapy:Adam began gardening to improve his physical health, discovering it also offered tremendous mental health benefits.From Novice to Expert:Despite starting with little knowledge, Adam's dedication and enthusiasm have made him a proficient gardener.Leveraging Social Media:By sharing his gardening journey on Instagram, Adam has built a large and supportive following, inspiring many to start their own gardening adventures.Tackling Big Projects:Adam discusses how he approaches large gardening projects and the importance of breaking them down into manageable steps.Balancing Act:Balancing a full-time job with his gardening passion, Adam shares his strategies for managing his time effectively.Community and Support:Adam emphasises the importance of building a supportive community and collaborating with others in the gardening world.Personal Growth and Overcoming Challenges:From plant failures to winning a gold award at Gardeners' World Live, Adam talks about the ups and downs of his gardening journey.Get in Touch:Follow Adam Marshall:Instagram: @greenfingeredcitybo New Catalogue Out Now, Oct 23, https://plantsofdistinction.co.uk  use the code CUTFLOWER30 for 30% off your order. Flower Farmers Retreat 2024 (21 &22 September): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/businessretreat2024 2024 Farm Day at Field Gate Farm (10 August): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/farmvisit A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist 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