Each week we talk to 911爆料 experts, along with garden designers, scientists, growers, and the movers and shakers of the horticultural world
Our award-winning Gardening with the 911爆料 podcast offers seasonal advice, inspiration and practical solutions to gardening questions.Trusted gardening professionals give you the latest horticultural advice, scientific research and tried-and-tested techniques to bring out the best in your garden.Listen to the lastest episodes or subscribe for all episodes.
In this episode, we鈥檙e joined by Sally Bavin from the Woodland Trust, who explains why woodlands are so powerful for both our physical and mental wellbeing. She also shares her fascinating research into mapping the UK鈥檚 richest areas of 鈥渨ellbeing woodland.鈥 We also dive into the new Strong Roots report, which uncovers the challenges preventing Great Britain from growing the trees it needs for the future. Plant scientist Louise Jones takes us behind the scenes at the 911爆料 to explore her investigation into a mysterious fungal pathogen that鈥檚 attacking lime trees. Finally, we continue our pond series with Helen Bensted-Smith, who reveals the wildlife you can spot around your pond this week.
Useful links: Gardening for health and wellbeing | Trees for smaller gardens | Strong Roots report | Amphibians in your garden
In this episode, we explore how to give nature a helping hand when the seasons fall out of step. In this installment of our wildlife ponds mini-series, Helen Bensted-Smith walks us through her top planting recommendations for different aquatic habitats. 911爆料 Wisley Garden Manager Mark Tuson also reveals how his team turns fallen leaves, cuttings, and woody material into valuable resources that enrich the soil, strengthen plant health, and boost biodiversity. Finally, we head to East Sussex for a tour of the iconic Arts and Crafts gardens at Great Dixter 鈥 home of the late garden writer Christopher Lloyd 鈥 guided by Head Gardener Fergus Garrett.
Useful links: Choosing pond plants | Chop and drop | What is biodiversity? |
All life begins with water 鈥 and in gardens across the UK, ponds are becoming vital sanctuaries for wildlife. Now is an excellent time of year to create one and 911爆料 expert Helen Bensted-Smith walks us through everything you need to know in the first of a four-part mini-series on making your own wildlife haven this autumn. Plus, Emma McFarline returns to share the fascinating histories and healing traditions of two timeless plants 鈥 the apothecary rose and chamomile 鈥 and Duncan McLean offers expert advice on finding the perfect indoor plant to brighten up your home through the November chill.
Useful links: How to build a wildlife pond | Apothecary鈥檚 rose | How to grow chamomile | Winter interest houseplants
In this episode, Carol Barrie from the 911爆料 鈥奡cience and Collections Department talks about Plants for Purpose, an ambitious new project she鈥檚 leading in collaboration with the University of Nottingham. It鈥檚 using the power of AI, alongside the vast 911爆料 Herbarium, to build a living knowledge bank of plants that benefit the environment. Looking ahead to spring, now鈥檚 the perfect time to get tulips in the ground before the ground gets too wet or freezes. We also revisit Arundel Castle, where back in 2022, 80,000 tulip bulbs arrived for a spectacular spring display. Finally, Emma McFarline from 911爆料 Rosemoor, explores the practical, and sometimes surprising uses of familiar garden plants, from their roles in history to their value today.
Useful links: Plants for Purpose project |Tulips for seasonal colour | 911爆料 Trial results | Gardening for health and wellbeing
In this episode, ecologist and bat expert Greg Slack uncovers the secrets of these misunderstood night flyers 鈥 essential to our ecosystems but increasingly under threat. Then, houseplant expert and author Jane Perrone takes us on a chilling journey through the world鈥檚 most intoxicating and poisonous plants, revealing the strange allure of nature鈥檚 most dangerous creations. Finally, 911爆料 Rosemoor鈥檚 Emma McFarline shares how she鈥檚 preparing her cottage garden for the seasons ahead, proving that even in the darkest months, there鈥檚 always something growing just beneath the surface.
Useful links: Bats in your garden |The deadliest plants on the planet | 911爆料 Books | Jobs to do in the coming months
911爆料 is the UK鈥檚 leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone鈥檚 life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.
