In the dark with the blight or the moth
Sep 22, 2026 · 25m
Summary
Tom and Suzi discuss their recent gardening efforts, including harvesting tomatoes and replacing a blight-stricken box hedge with a fern garden. They share stories about garden wildlife, such as a mouse and a mysterious toad, and debate the merits of the musical *Little Shop of Horrors*. The hosts also highlight listener book recommendations, including *Wintered* and *The Binding*, while reflecting on the mental health benefits of reading.
Topics discussed
BMW Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Ad
Intro and discussion on harvest songs
Tomato harvesting and Alicante holidays
Wisteria, Little Shop of Horrors, and Rick Moranis
Box hedge blight and planning a fern garden
Garden maintenance and sunflowers
Garden wildlife: frogs, toads, and mice
The mystery of the garden toad
Listener message: Book recommendation 'Wintered'
Listener message: Book recommendation 'The Binding'
Benefits of reading and current book picks
Tour updates and closing remarks
Shell Fuel Rewards and Plan B Ads
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