Against the odds

Against the odds

Hear the incredible story of EK Janaki Ammal, a pioneering scientist who overcame race, class and gender discrimination to become the first female botanist at RHS Garden Wisley. Dr Chris Thorogood of Oxford Botanic Garden shares insight into the weird world of mutualism – plants and animals cooperating in unexpected ways to make the most of tough conditions. Plus the RHS gardening advisors gather to answer questions on roses (can you grow them in shade and can you move them?), a passionflower that refuses to bloom and growing herbs in planters.

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RHS Virtual Chelsea Flower Show

RHS Virtual Chelsea Flower Show

It's a bumper year for 'The greatest flower show on earth' as 2021 sees not one but two RHS Chelseas! Join Shows Manager Katherine Potsides as she lifts the lid on this bubbling cauldron of gardening ...

20 Mai 202120min

Gardening with a conscience

Gardening with a conscience

This week we're talking about gardening as a force for good. We visit an inspiring hospital garden that has brought joy from tragedy, and meet Mothin Ali, founder of the Dig It Out campaign, which aim...

13 Mai 202131min

Plastic – not fantastic!

Plastic – not fantastic!

From plant pots to compost bags to watering cans and much more, it can be hard to avoid using plastic in the garden. In this week’s programme we examine how to go plastic-free on your plot. With contr...

6 Mai 202128min

Wildlife ponds, sweet peas, strawberries and going chemical-free

Wildlife ponds, sweet peas, strawberries and going chemical-free

This week we’re discussing wildlife ponds with author Kate Bradbury and growing sweet peas with top breeder Roger Parsons. In our weekly GYO feature, Dr Sylvia Travers of RHS Garden Bridgewater shares...

29 Apr 202129min

Gardening with pets, our new Editor and crop rotation explained

Gardening with pets, our new Editor and crop rotation explained

This week we're discovering how to garden the pet-friendly way. Whether that's making a dog-proof garden, keeping cats at bay or growing food for small animals such as guinea pigs and rabbits – there'...

22 Apr 202133min

Alpines, terrariums and the gardener who changed British art

Alpines, terrariums and the gardener who changed British art

This week we're zooming in on gardening to appreciate some miniature marvels. James Wong shares his experiences creating miniature tropical worlds at home using terrariums, and Peter Goodchild of RHS ...

15 Apr 202126min

Love your lawn and garden design greats

Love your lawn and garden design greats

Perfect green sward or flowery meadow? Or maybe a bit of both? RHS gardening advisor Nikki Barker gives advice on how to grow a lawn that works for both people and wildlife. Editor-at-Large Chris Youn...

8 Apr 202123min

Peat – the miracle beneath our feet

Peat – the miracle beneath our feet

Did you know that you can help fight climate change and protect rare plants and animals simply by changing what type of compost you buy? Peat bogs hold more carbon than all the world’s forests combine...

1 Apr 202132min

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