BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast
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Listen to gardening inspiration from some of the UK’s most loved and well-respected gardening experts in the award-winning BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast. Enjoy growing advice throughout the year with our Conversations series. Join Monty Don, Frances Tophill, Adam Frost, Arit Anderson, Carol Klein and more for friendly gardening chat and informative discussion with the magazine team, perfect for everyone who enjoys gardening. Hear Alan Titchmarsh solve your gardening problems in Ask Alan, find advice for what to do in the garden in our What To Do Now series, and travel the globe with the BBC Gardeners’ World magazine team in Travel Tales: Gardens of the World.With new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday and bonus episodes every Saturday, subscribe now, wherever you get your podcasts, and never miss an episode. Find out more at GardenersWorld.com/podcast
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May 19, 2025 • 36min
Get Better Yields for Less Effort Through Permaculture, with Huw Richards
What is permaculture, and why is everyone suddenly talking about it? To find out, we spoke with veg-growing YouTuber and author Huw Richards. He shows how it's all about following a handful of simple principles – principles that anyone can apply, even on a balcony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 17, 2025 • 10min
Sowalong - Lettuce with Claire Vennis
Discover the joys of growing lettuce with an array of vibrant varieties to choose from. Get expert tips on sowing, nurturing, and harvesting your own delicious greens while navigating common pests. Plus, find out about an exciting Autumn Fair event filled with activities and promotions, including family-friendly highlights and cleaning solutions. This delightful exploration encourages you to cultivate your own lettuce garden and relish the rewards of fresh produce!
May 15, 2025 • 49min
Show-Stopping Plant Combinations, with Carol Klein
Join renowned plantswoman Carol Klein, a gold medal winner at over 200 RHS shows, as she shares the secrets to creating stunning plant combinations. Discover the art of mixing colors and textures to enhance your garden’s beauty. Carol dives into the best plant choices for heavy clay soil, like astilbies, and showcases how different plants can evoke various scents and textures. She also offers insights on adapting your garden to changing light conditions and encourages playful experimentation with color palettes for eye-catching designs.
May 12, 2025 • 38min
Behind the scenes of Jo Thompson's medal-winning Chelsea Flower Show garden
Join Jo Thompson, a multi-award winning garden designer known for her innovative and compassionate designs, as she shares insights on her stunning Chelsea Flower Show garden. She delves into the theme of second chances, illustrating the transformative power of horticulture in personal lives. Jo also discusses the emotional journey of earning medals, the impact of gardening programs for women in restoration, and how connecting with nature fosters community and healing.
May 9, 2025 • 9min
Sowalong - Courgettes with Catherine Mansley
Catherine Mansley, the digital editor at Gardener's World magazine, shares her passion for gardening, especially with kids. She highlights the joys of growing courgettes, detailing the fun and challenges faced during the process. Catherine recounts personal stories of nurturing seedlings and battling pests, while also discussing how to inspire kids to eat more vegetables. Her witty anecdotes make the gardening journey relatable and entertaining for families looking to bond while getting their hands dirty.
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May 8, 2025 • 35min
In my garden with Jasper Conran
Jasper Conran, a renowned designer known for his chic clothing and home furnishings, opens up about his Dorset garden and the inspiration it provides. He delves into his passion for creative planting and how childhood memories influence his gardening style. Listeners will enjoy tales of fragrant flowers and cultivating homegrown produce, alongside reflections on the joys of rural life. Conran also shares his love for wildlife, discussing the harmony he hopes to create between nature and his beautiful outdoor space.
May 5, 2025 • 50min
Grow a kitchen garden from scratch in a tiny space, with Martha Swales
Martha Swales, an inspiring garden enthusiast and author of 'Give It a Grow,' shares her journey of turning a tiny London space into a vibrant kitchen garden. She offers practical tips for maximizing small areas and the joy of growing seasonal produce, emphasizing both financial savings and culinary creativity. Martha recounts her accidental rise on social media, revealing how gardening serves as a therapeutic and artistic outlet. Tune in for insights on nurturing both plants and relationships while fostering urban wildlife!
May 2, 2025 • 8min
Sowalong - Eschscholzia with Kevin Smith
Discover the vibrant allure of California poppies and their vital role in garden design. The discussion emphasizes their easy cultivation and self-seeding nature, making them a delightful addition to any plot. Listeners are treated to heartwarming personal stories that showcase the joy these cheerful flowers bring, along with tips for attracting pollinators. Embrace the charm and simplicity of growing these hardy annuals and enhance your outdoor space effortlessly!
Apr 30, 2025 • 46min
Make your garden more sustainable, with Poppy Okotcha
Do you like the idea of becoming more self-sufficient, living more in harmony with nature and in a way that is more environmentally sustainable? Poppy Okotcha gave up a glamorous modelling career, and moved to Devon where she’s creating a wild garden, following regenerative gardening principles. Poppy shares what regenerative gardening and permaculture are, how it all works and how we can all bring a bit more wildness and joy into our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 29, 2025 • 36min
Super-charge the colour in your garden, with Ann-Marie Powell
Adding colour can transform a garden or outdoor space – and it can be a way of expressing personality and creativity, but how do we make sure our colour choices work well in the garden for year-round interest and enjoyment? And that our potentially flamboyant designs don’t end up a chaotic mess. Ann-Marie Powell, award-winning garden designer, discusses how to bring gorgeous colour into the garden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
