Despite their royal differences and public speculation surrounding their relationship, Meghan Markle and Princess Kate seem to be finding a rare moment of connection — through nature.
In a recent episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, the Duchess of Sussex opened up about how building a business reminds her of gardening. Speaking to sustainable beauty entrepreneur Cassandra Thurswell, Meghan drew parallels between nurturing a brand and tending to a garden.
“Some seasons are for blooming. Others are for planting seeds. But most of the work, especially early on, is really about tending to the soil,” said Meghan, 43. “Running a business, funnily enough, is a lot like gardening. You’ve got to make sure the roots are strong enough to carry what’s coming next.”
Her analogy came just weeks after the Princess of Wales shared a deeply personal video centered around the healing power of nature. In her spring-themed clip, released as part of her mental health awareness campaign, Princess Kate reflected on her connection to the outdoors, saying, “Over the past year, nature has been my sanctuary.”
While the two royals delivered their messages in different ways — Meghan through a podcast and Kate via a video voiceover — their sentiments converged around a shared belief: nature can be a powerful force for growth, healing, and resilience.
Meghan encouraged listeners to embrace the slower, more intentional work that lays the foundation for future success. “Eventually, with a strong vision and all of that care on the details, oh, that garden will grow,” she said, highlighting the importance of long-term thinking.
Both women have been vocal about their love for the natural world. Meghan, a longtime gardening enthusiast, has often posted about her time spent outdoors, especially in her California home. Meanwhile, Princess Kate has made nature a recurring theme in her royal work — from her children’s garden at the Chelsea Flower Show to championing outdoor play and environmental education.
Though they may walk different paths within the royal sphere, Meghan and Kate’s mutual appreciation for nature reveals a common ground that transcends headlines — a quiet reminder that growth often begins from the roots up.
