Ep.162 Kitchen gardening on a Singapore skyscraper - Brent Purtell (head gardener)
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Brent Purtell runs the 51st floor kitchen garden at Capitaspring skyscraper in Singapore, and in this episode we take a look into what his job's like on a day-to-day basis. What's it like to grow veggies on a skyscraper? What unique challenges are present? How can you tackle them? Brent's moving back to Melbourne this year, so if you're looking to hire a highly capable horticulturist looking for their next chapter, click play and listen to him speak about his experience. EPISODE LINKS Brent's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentpurtelldesign/?hl=en Brent's resume - inquire via [email protected]. Search for horticulture jobs: HortPeople.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group! VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.PlantsGrowHere.com You’ll find heaps of educational blog articles, including How To Prune For Natural Shape, What Relationships Do Plants Have With Other Organisms?, and What Is Healthy Soil, And How Can We Build It?. LET'S WORK TOGETHER Are you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to [email protected].
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