Pollinators and hidden heroes

Pollinators and hidden heroes

"Come fly with me, let's fly, let's fly away..." This week we're gardening with winged visitors in mind as we talk all things pollinator. However, there's more to pollinating insects than just bees, as the Natural History Museum's Senior Curator, Erica McAlister explains. "Having a cuppa tea and a chocolate brownie? You wouldn't be having any of that in your beautiful garden if it wasn't for the flies," she says. Who knew such humble creatures could be so important? Garden designer Humaira Ikram shares tips on how to create a pollinator-friendly plot and in the latest part of our grow-your-own series, Sylvia Travers of RHS Garden Bridgewater offers tips on growing all kinds of beans. Plus, as part of our Hidden Horticulturists series, grower Abra Lee tells the inspirational story of Edmond Albius, a young slave boy who worked out one of the biggest botanical mysteries of his day – how to pollinate the vanilla orchid. As Abra says, "It's so empowering to hear these stories, and you're able to look at yourself and know you are capable of great things".

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Early Spring in the Garden: Edibles, Nettles, and Petals!

Early Spring in the Garden: Edibles, Nettles, and Petals!

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The Magic of Magnolias + Growing in Tough Spots

The Magic of Magnolias + Growing in Tough Spots

This week we’re returning to the vegetable garden with author and kitchen gardener Lucy Chamberlain to find out what delicious goodies will thrive in some of the least loved corners of your garden. We...

6 Mar 202530min

Bountiful Gardens: Edibles, Floral Bouquets & Homegrown Tea

Bountiful Gardens: Edibles, Floral Bouquets & Homegrown Tea

With the right approach, your garden can give back just as much – sometimes even more – than you put in. This week, we’re finding out how to get the most out of our edibles plots with kitchen gardener...

27 Feb 202534min

Under The Radar

Under The Radar

This week we’re exploring some of the plants which may have flown under your radar. Plantsman Chris Sanders will take us on a journey that began with a casual flick through a rare horticultural book a...

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Love in Bloom

Love in Bloom

Valentine’s Day and flowers go hand in hand, so what better way to celebrate than by dedicating this week’s programme to the stunning blooms you can grow right in your own garden? Over the past four y...

13 Feb 202530min

The Dark Art of Rhubarb

The Dark Art of Rhubarb

This week, Guy Barter takes us through some essential gardening tasks for the season ahead and we explore a hardy favourite: as Caroline Williamson from RHS Garden Bridgewater reveals the fascinating ...

6 Feb 202532min

Sowing Success: Garden Planning & Front Garden Inspiration

Sowing Success: Garden Planning & Front Garden Inspiration

This week, Jenny Laville explores the incredible world of seeds with RHS botanist James Armitage, uncovering their diverse shapes and dispersal methods. We’ll also be embracing this time to start plan...

30 Jan 202532min

From beak to branch - how gardeners can help our feathered friends

From beak to branch - how gardeners can help our feathered friends

Join us as we celebrate garden birdlife ahead of the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch! The RSPB’s Adrian Thomas gives us a crash course in birdwatching from the comfort of your own kitchen window, while sc...

23 Jan 202532min

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