BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast
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Unearthing the World of Fungi with Merlin Sheldrake
26 november 2024 · 32 min
Fungi are some of the most important organisms in our gardens, partnering with plant roots to help them access nutrients, processing dead material and nurturing countless vital processes – but most of the time they are completely invisible to the naked eye. In this episode we meet fungi expert and author of the bestselling book Entangled Life, Merlin Sheldrake, to find out more about these extraordinary organisms. Lees meer
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Travel Tales - Christchurch Botanic Garden, New Zealand
23 november 2024 · 8 min
Established in 1863, the gardens cover 21 hectares and feature a diverse collection of plants from around the world. As well as a Rose Garden and Herb Garden, the botanic garden is home to majestic trees, including the giant sequoia. Standing beneath these giants is a humbling experience. The New Zealand Garden showcases native flora like the silver fern and Pohutukawa tree, creating lush, natural landscape.
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The History and Ecology of Hedgerows with Christopher Hart
21 november 2024 · 41 min
Hedgerows may be human-made, but there are few better habitats for wildlife – and they could play a major role in helping to reverse worrying biodiversity declines. Find out more about the amazing world of the hedgerow as we meet expert and author Christopher Hart. Lees meer
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Caring for Birds in the Winter Garden with Nick Acheson
19 november 2024 · 51 min
For years, gardeners have been told to provide supplementary food for garden birds. Reasons for this include helping to compensate for a lack of food during a hard winter, increase competition for food at fledging time, and help to get adults into good breeding condition in spring. But is feeding birds all it's cracked up to be? And if not, how else can we support our feathered friends? Join award-winning author and wildlife gardening expert Kate Bradbury as she talks to naturalist, conservationist and author, Nick Atchison. Lees meer
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Travel Tales - OEDO Botania, South Korea
16 november 2024 · 8 min
The anticipation builds as you approach Oedo Botanica – a botanical garden island. It’s like stepping into a different world—seriously, it’s that beautiful. Oedo Botanica feels like it’s been plucked straight out of a fairytale and the story behind it is just as enchanting. Oedo Island is a
popular tourist destination, requiring a boat ride, over 10,000 visitors arrive daily, amazed by this human-made miracle.
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Gardening through Grief and Bereavement with Victoria Bennett
14 november 2024 · 47 min
The death of someone we love can be devastating. Leaving us grieving and feeling that life will never be the same again. When she was 7 months pregnant, Victoria Bennet lost her sister, suddenly. For her, building and tending a garden, was an act of hope that helped her during some of the darkest times of her bereavement. She talks about how gardening helped her manage her grief and anxiety and what she learnt about gardening and our resilience in the face of seemingly overwhelming challenges. Lees meer
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The Art of Composting with Charles Dowding
12 november 2024 · 44 min
Why do gardens need compost? What exactly is compost and what are the benefits compost brings to our gardening spaces? Charles Dowdling, gardener, author and champion of the modern 'no dig' gardening method, brings ways you can transfer your garden through the use of compost. Lees meer
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Travel Tales - Kew Gardens, UK
9 november 2024 · 9 min
Kew Gardens, officially known as the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, is a sprawling 326 acre paradise located in southwest London, home to one of the largest and most diverse plant collections in the world. Whether you're marvelling at the glasshouses or enjoying a leisurely picnic with friends, there's always something magical to discover.
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The Joy of Tulips with Polly Nicholson
7 november 2024 · 43 min
There’s so much more to growing tulips than planting a few bulbs in autumn and hoping for a bright display next spring. Expert grower, Polly Nicholson, shares her appreciation for the beauty and diversity of tulips and how to help them deliver vibrant flowers over several years in tune with nature. As a National Collection holder, Polly outlines how she continues a tradition of exhibiting some of the most beautiful varieties. Learn from her tulip growing tips and get the best from your bulbs whether growing for vases, container displays, naturalised or simply for spring beauty in your borders. Lees meer
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Monty Don Prepares the Garden for Winter
5 november 2024 · 38 min
Monty Don explains how he puts Long Meadow to bed for winter and how his winter preparations have changed over the years due to the climate. From coping with wet soil, protecting plants, mulching late winter and early spring, greenhouse heating - or not. There are gardening changes we need to adapt to and embrace.
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Winter Conversations Trailer
4 november 2024 · 1 min
Welcome to the Winter series of the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast – packed with friendly and informative conversations with some of the UK’s favourite gardening experts. Lees meer
You'll find advice on how to care for your garden over winter, support wildlife, boost wellbeing, and improve soil health. We’ll also unearth the fascinating world of fungi, discover the secrets to healthy house plants and spectacular tulips, and much more. Enjoy lively gardening chat and illuminating discussion, brought to you by the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine team. With new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, subscribe now, wherever you get your podcasts, and never miss an episode.
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Travel Tales - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Australia
2 november 2024 · 8 min
Brisbane City’s Botanic Gardens cover around 20 hectares of lush greenery. It’s a place where the urban bustle fades away and nature takes centre stage. Against the backdrop of the stunning natural landscape, the gardens are a popular spot for leisurely picnics and social events, all within a beautiful setting.
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Dangerous Plants - Witchcraft's Botanical Magic
31 oktober 2024 · 49 min
A witch’s garden has been portrayed as an intimidating, scary and other-worldly place, full of folklore fascination and superstition. Plants grown and used by witches and their herbal remedies have been much maligned. Practicing witch Rebecca Beattie discusses the plants that have been used for herbalism and healing over time and what would be in a ‘witch’s toolkit’?
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Dangerous Plants - The Dangers that Lurk in our Flowerbeds
29 oktober 2024 · 33 min
Psychoactive plants have hallucinogenic properties. They have been used by mankind for thousands of years and still play important roles in culture and religion today. In this episode of Dangerous Plants, Frances Tophill talks to Tom Pattinson from the Alnwick Poison Garden to discover some of the common toxic, intoxicating and narcotic plants that may lurk in our flowerbeds.
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Travel Tales - Gardens by the Bay, Singapore
26 oktober 2024 · 9 min
Gardens by the Bay is more than just a garden. It's a futuristic, innovative space where technology and nature seamlessly blend together, creating an awe inspiring experience for visitors. One of the highlights is the changing floral displays in the flower field. Each season brings a new theme, from tulip mania to daily dreams, it's always exciting to see what's next. Gardens by the Bay isn't just about the iconic domes though, the outdoor gardens are just as amazing.
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Dangerous Plants - Agatha Christie's Poisonous Plants
24 oktober 2024 · 39 min
Deadly potions, poison, murder and intrigue – dangerous plants were used in many of Agatha Christie’s novels. In this episode of Dangerous Plants, Frances Tophill discusses the plants that Christie exploited to great effect in her fictitious murder mysteries and why poisoning is a more feminine method of committing a crime with Ali Marshall, Head Gardener at Torre Abbey and the Potent Plants Garden.
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Dangerous Plants - How to Forage and not Die
22 oktober 2024 · 42 min
Toxic plants, deadly fungi and mistaken identity in the hedgerows can all lead to unpleasant consequences. In this episode of Dangerous Plants, horticulturist Frances Tophill talks to UK forager James Wood to discuss how to enjoy nature’s bounty throughout the year, tips for how to clarify what is edible and what’s not and encourage us to forage wilder and deeper, safely.
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Travel Tales - Gordon Castle Walled Garden, Scotland
19 oktober 2024 · 8 min
Tucked away in the heart of the Scottish Highlands is a gardening masterpiece: the Gordon Castle Walled Garden. This eight-acre walled garden is one of the largest in Britain and a stunning example of modern horticulture blended with historic charm. The garden is divided into various sections, each with its own unique character. Be captivated by this stunning walled garden— evoking images of secret, enchanting spaces filled with vibrant blooms and rich history.
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Dangerous Plants - The Cost of Cotton: Slavery’s Legacy and its Environmental Fallout
17 oktober 2024 · 58 min
How has cotton, a soft staple fibre, been dangerous for centuries - and continues to be so? Threatening human life, natural resources and biodiversity, the cotton plant has wreaked havoc over the years in the slave trade, farming and industry. Joining Frances are Dr Cassandra Gooptar, Lecturer in Legacies of Slavery at the University of Hull, and Environmental Sustainability expert Inemesit Ukpanah
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Dangerous Plants - The Dark Side of Plant Hunting
15 oktober 2024 · 48 min
Are there plants still to discover and what are the dangers that lurk alongside being a plant hunter? Frances Tophill talks to horticulturalist and author Tom Hart Dyke about what it means to be a modern-day plant hunter.
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Travel Tales - Alhambra Palace and Garden, Spain
12 oktober 2024 · 8 min
The Alhambra is a magnificent fortress-palace complex perched on a hilltop, celebrated for its
awe-inspiring architecture and exquisite gardens. If you’re a garden enthusiast or someone who appreciates natural beauty, the Alhambra is a must-see. Originally a fortress before becoming a royal palace, the gardens are prime examples of Islamic design, characterized by intricate water features, lush greenery, and serene courtyards.
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Dangerous Plants - Plants that Kill and Cure
10 oktober 2024 · 43 min
The healing power of plants has been used by humans for thousands of years, and many dangerous plants can also help us. In this episode of Dangerous Plants, Frances Tophill is joined by Dr Sarah Edwards, Plant Records Officer at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum and Ethnobotanist to reveal the mystifying properties of plants that can kill us and heal us.
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Dangerous Plants - Plants that Solve Crimes
8 oktober 2024 · 45 min
How can plants be used to identify and interpret evidence to help solve crimes and what techniques can be used to do so? Discover how important forensic botany is in criminal cases and if there are plants that can ‘hold’ more evidence than others with Forensic Botanist Mark Spencer.
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Travel Tales - Suizenji Jojuen Garden, Japan
5 oktober 2024 · 8 min
A visit to Suizenji Jojuen Garden is all about the way the garden captures the heart and soul of Japan. It's a place where history, culture and nature come together. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who loves beautiful places, it has something to offer.
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Dangerous Plants Trailer
1 oktober 2024 · 1 min
Murder mysteries… poisonous potions… mind altering… wily witchcraft… crime-solving… hedgerow pleasures… perilous industries… plant pursuing. Plants have the capacity to hold secrets, kill, enchant, thrill, heal, harm, entice and nourish. Join British horticulturist, conservationist, author and television presenter Frances Tophill to discover the diverse world of dangerous plants in a new podcast series, starting in October.
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Travel Tales Trailer
28 september 2024 · 1 min
Visit some of the most beautiful gardens around the world with the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast. In our new series, Travel Tales: Gardens of the World, we’ll transport you to tropical paradises, spectacular botanic gardens, scenic nature parks, traditional landscape gardens, historical walled estates and hidden city gems. Lees meer
Join travel presenter and journalist Carmen Roberts to travel around the globe and delve into the delights of spectacular and inspirational green spaces.
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Creating gardens with Joe Swift
26 september 2024 · 45 min
From his start as a gardening presenter, to Chelsea and beyond, Joe Swift shares his gardening journey and many funny stories along the way.
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My gardening career with Frances Tophill
24 september 2024 · 49 min
Hear how Frances' journey into gardening began and how important she feels time spent in green spaces is from a young age.
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Dividing plants
21 september 2024 · 9 min
Grab a cup of tea, sit down and hear when and how Alan divides plants.
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The beauty of roses with Monty Don
19 september 2024 · 28 min
Monty talks about the nation's favourite flower, roses, and his love of these beautiful plants. His cottage garden at Longmeadow is dominated by roses and he offers advice on how to look after roses from the wide varieties, how to plant and rose care throughout the year.
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Greenhouses in the garden with Adam Frost
17 september 2024 · 23 min
Join Adam Frost on the Gardeners' World Live stage as he talks about his greenhouse, his memories of Tidy Nan and how his family help in the garden now.
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Pond Care
14 september 2024 · 13 min
Grab a cup of tea, sit down and hear how Alan cares for ponds.
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Flower power inspiration for your garden with Sue Kent and David Hurrion
12 september 2024 · 32 min
Plant expert David Hurrion discusses plants that have flower power throughout the summer to Gardeners' World presenter Sue Kent at Gardeners' World Live.
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Adam Frost and Michel Roux from the Chef's Table show garden
10 september 2024 · 19 min
Adam Frost talks to award-winning chef Michel Roux at his show garden The Chef's Table during Gardeners' World Live.
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Growing Veg for Winter
7 september 2024 · 11 min
Grab a cup of tea, sit down and learn what veg Alan grows for winter.
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Monty Don takes Nicki Chapman behind the scenes of Gardeners' World
5 september 2024 · 28 min
Go behind the scenes of the BBC Gardeners' World TV show with Monty Don as he talks to Nicki Chapman about his garden, filming and his beloved dogs.
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Water in the garden with Nick Bailey
3 september 2024 · 37 min
There are many ways to add water into your garden from ponds, water features, water butts and even a wild pool. Join Nick Bailey to be inspired.
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Feeding Plants
31 augustus 2024 · 14 min
Grab a cup of tea, sit down and discover how Alan feeds his plants.
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Carol Klein: My gardening life story
29 augustus 2024 · 46 min
Delve into the highs and lows of Carol Klein's gardening life story and find out what keeps her growing.
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Preserving your harvest with Sam Cooper
27 augustus 2024 · 51 min
Discover the fascinating methods of fermentation with easy tips to begin your preserving journey from slow food expert Sam Cooper.
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Deadheading
24 augustus 2024 · 12 min
Join Alan Titchmarsh in a new Tea Break Tutorial series as he explores key gardening issues from combatting slugs and snails, to pond care, summer pruning, feeding and dividing plants, deadheading flowers and growing vegetables for winter. Here's your handy expert guide to gardening.
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Inside Joe Lycett's garden
22 augustus 2024 · 40 min
Join Joe as he takes us on a tour of his garden where we discover his love of growing produce, his adventures with composting, his array of garden ornaments and signs and how he loves his raspberry harvest.
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Healing power of gardens with Ashley Edwards
20 augustus 2024 · 48 min
Discover how gardens can heal from Horatio's Garden Head Gardener Ashley Edwards
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Watering Wisely
17 augustus 2024 · 13 min
Join Alan Titchmarsh in a new Tea Break Tutorial series as he explores key gardening issues from combatting slugs and snails, to pond care, summer pruning, feeding and dividing plants, deadheading flowers and growing vegetables for winter. Here's your handy expert guide to gardening.
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Plants for problem places with Carol Klein
15 augustus 2024 · 43 min
One of the most simplest and effective ways to ensure our plants thrive is to choose the right plant and the right place to plant them in, but how do you know what plants should grow where? Carol Klein brings her extensive plant knowledge and enthusiasm to show you how to find the right plant for even the trickiest of garden spots.
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Gardening in tiny spaces with Arit Anderson
13 augustus 2024 · 32 min
Gardens come in all shapes and sizes and with green space at a premium many of us are now gardening in a more bijou setting. So how do you design a garden in a tiny space to create a perfect pocket of horticultural delight? BBC Gardeners’ World presenter and award-winning garden designer Arit Anderson discusses space saving tips, how to create privacy, right plants right place, the use of colour and lighting, structural planting and how to include practical items too.
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Summer Pruning
10 augustus 2024 · 12 min
Join Alan Titchmarsh in a new Tea Break Tutorial series as he explores key gardening issues from combatting slugs and snails, to pond care, summer pruning, feeding and dividing plants, deadheading flowers and growing vegetables for winter. Here's your handy expert guide to gardening.
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Companion plants with Nick Bailey
8 augustus 2024 · 36 min
Plants in the wild rarely grow in isolation – from the fungal network beneath the soil to the layers of the jungle canopy, plants rely on their neighbours to form dynamic communities. And the same is true in your own garden – just think about growing leeks besides carrots to deter carrot fly. But how this companiable growing system really works and how you can use it to your own advantage can seem a bit of a mystery. Here to help demystify the concept is plantsman, author, designer and TV presenter Nick Bailey.
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Tom Allen takes us inside his garden
6 augustus 2024 · 34 min
Comedian Tom Allen reveals that he has always loved gardening. Embrasing gardening to the full, he discusses his unique seed sowing technique, favourite gardening tools, gardening attire and states that gardening is the new baking!
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Tea-Break Tutorials - Slug and Snails
3 augustus 2024 · 13 min
Grab a cup of tea, sit down, and listen to Alan Titchmarsh tell all about how to deal with slugs and snails
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