Welcome to The Cutflower Podcast! I'm Roz Chandler, and today we're joined by Minoj Malde, an award-winning garden designer, TV presenter, and author. Minoj shares his inspiring journey from the fashion industry to becoming a renowned garden designer.Summary:Minoj 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, Minoj 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: Minoj'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.Minoj'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 New Catalogue Out Now, Oct 23, https://plantsofdistinction.co.uk  use the code CUTFLOWER30 for 30% off your order. 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: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective