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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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

Unlocking the potential of your garden in midwinter

Unlocking the potential of your garden in midwinter

There’s plenty to do at this time of year to get your garden prepped for the growing season ahead. This week we’ll be finding out how hellebores can bring some winter joy to your garden with passionat...

16 Jan 202528min

Winter pruning, alpine plants, and the beauty of hedgerows

Winter pruning, alpine plants, and the beauty of hedgerows

It may be bitterly cold outside but there's still plenty to get excited about in the garden. This week we’re joining Fruit Specialist Jim Arbury in the Orchard at RHS Garden Wisley to find out how to ...

9 Jan 202532min

Grow Your Own in 2025

Grow Your Own in 2025

Let’s make 2025 the year we all embrace growing our own fruit and vegetables—whether you’ve got a sprawling garden, a small balcony, or just a windowsill! No matter how much space or time you have, we...

2 Jan 202531min

Gardening highlights from 2024

Gardening highlights from 2024

Today Guy, Gareth, and Jenny reflect on the past twelve months of beautiful blooms and bountiful harvests, but also wet weather and guzzling gastropods! Join us as we revisit some of our favourite sto...

26 Des 202434min

Welcoming wreaths and mistletoe tales

Welcoming wreaths and mistletoe tales

This week we’re bringing the garden indoors and welcoming in the Christmas cheer. RHS Horticultural Advisor Jenny Bowden will be sharing her love letter to the tradition of the Christmas wreath, and F...

19 Des 202430min

Festive foliage and natural decorations

Festive foliage and natural decorations

This week we’re decking the halls with seasonal foliage, as RHS Garden Hyde Hall’s Sarah Wilson-Frost shares her ideas for natural decorations foraged from your own garden. Gareth Richards is here to ...

12 Des 202423min

Great garden reads and botanical books

Great garden reads and botanical books

With the festive gift giving season just around the corner, this week we’ve turned our attention to the botanical wonders awaiting us on the bookshelf. We’ve invited journalist, author, and gardening ...

5 Des 202433min

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