From Botanic Gardens to Insect Studies; the Secrets to Thriving Ecosystems

From Botanic Gardens to Insect Studies; the Secrets to Thriving Ecosystems

Chris Kidd, Curator of Ventnor Botanic Gardens, discusses his pioneering low-intervention approach to horticulture with a two decade long experiment which has yielded some surprising results on the Isle of Wight. New research from Butterfly Conservation reveals letting parts of your garden grow wild can increase butterfly numbers by up to 93%, we meet entomologist Dr Richard Fox to find out why moths and butterflies are such important members of the garden community. And finally, we catch up with Gemma Burr at RHS Garden Wisley to learn what you can sow right now to ensure your garden stays insect friendly throughout the season. Host: Guy Barter Contributors: Chris Kidd, Dr Richard Fox, Gemma Burr Other links: Ventnor Botanic Gardens website Butterfly Conservation wild garden study Wild Spaces website The Big Butterfly Count Sustainable Planting Combinations Become a RHS member

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May Day, Welcoming in Warmer Weather

May Day, Welcoming in Warmer Weather

This May Day we’re embracing new growth in the garden — even from the unexpected plants that pop up on their own! Nick Turrell from the RHS Gardening Advice Team will be shining a spotlight on one so-...

1 Mai 202528min

Spring in Full Swing

Spring in Full Swing

Spring is stretching its limbs, and the garden is stirring to life. As the days grow longer and begin to warm, there’s a tangible energy in the air – a heady mix of birdsong, budding leaves, and the u...

24 Apr 202536min

Earth Day Special

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As gardeners, we understand the deep connection between people and the planet. The choices we make in our own green spaces – no matter how small – can ripple outward, creating real impact. This Earth ...

17 Apr 202534min

Dark Corners, Bright Ideas

Dark Corners, Bright Ideas

We start this week with a journey back in time, exploring some of the oldest and most resilient plants on the planet: ferns. Gardener, botanist and author Ben Dark has been uncovering some surprising ...

10 Apr 202536min

The Gardener’s April Checklist: Spuds and Summer Bulbs

The Gardener’s April Checklist: Spuds and Summer Bulbs

April is in full bloom, and with it comes a gardener’s to-do list bursting with promise! This week, Liz Mooney from RHS Garden Wisley shares expert tips on growing a bumper potato crop, while Guy Bart...

3 Apr 202530min

How to be a Hoverfly Hero

How to be a Hoverfly Hero

This week we’re finding out how to be a hoverfly hero. These masters of mimicry are vitally important pollinators, decomposers, and aphid predators, but their populations are in steep decline in the U...

27 Mar 202532min

Tasty Toms, Hydrangeas & Bokashi

Tasty Toms, Hydrangeas & Bokashi

Spring is in the air, and it’s time to get your hands dirty! This week, we’re diving into the juicy world of tomatoes with Liz Mooney from the RHS Garden Wisley edibles team. She shares some of her be...

20 Mar 202534min

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

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

Spring is starting to unfold, and with that in mind, we’re heading back to the vegetable patch with kitchen gardener Lucy Chamberlain for the final instalment of her "Grow Food Anywhere" mini-series. ...

13 Mar 202530min

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