World Radio Gardening
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Ken Crowther looks at the English cottage garden and styles
December 04, 2023 02:29 - 25 minutes - 58.5 MBPlants, soil and gardens from around the globe with Ken Crowther. In this programme Ken looks at simple tips for making your garden more English cottage garden in style.
Cold weather and frost on lawns
December 01, 2023 19:17 - 2 minutes - 5.31 MBKen looks at how the cold weather can effect lawns.
David Lewis from horticulture charity Perennial
November 29, 2023 19:23 - 16 minutes - 36.7 MBDavid Lewis from horticulture charity, Perennial talks to Oliver Rogers about the services and support the organisation offers to those working in the industry. for more information on the charity: https://bit.ly/3QY15YJ
Ken visits Claude Monet’s house in Giverny
November 29, 2023 18:03 - 17 minutes - 40.7 MBKen Crowther visits another beautiful garden in France and finds out about the impressionist painter and the waterlilies.
Ken Crowther looks at French gardens and styles
November 29, 2023 16:47 - 23 minutes - 54.4 MBPlants, soil and gardens from around the globe with Ken Crowther. In this programme Ken looks at simple tips for making your garden more French in style.
Lawn Association’s David Hedges-Gower says time to pack up grass for winter
November 24, 2023 10:24 - 5 minutes - 12.4 MBWinter is just around the corner and the Lawn Association’s David Hedges-Gower has some timely advice for looking after your lawn. He also answers some of your questions about when to patch up your grass following damage from animal urine. To find out more about the Lawn Association visit their website: http://bit.ly/3r0DgpE
Archie Ruggles-Brise talks about the Essex beavers
November 18, 2023 23:16 - 18 minutes - 41.7 MBBeavers can help to prevent flooding, - if they're deployed in the right location. Archie Ruggles-Brise talks to Oliver Rogers about the Essex beavers in an enclosure near Finchingfield, Essex. The Natural Flood Management project is helping to reduce the risk of floods in the village. For more information visit the Spains Hall Estate website: https://bit.ly/47E7ajB
How to photograph nature with wildlife cameraman, Russell Savory
November 18, 2023 22:31 - 21 minutes - 48.3 MBRussell Savory is a wildlife cameraman and has produced high quality footage for BBC, Channel 4 and Channel 5 documentaries. He talks to Oliver Rogers about how he started out in the field of wildlife photography and getting young people interested in nature. For more information on Russell's work visit his website: https://bit.ly/3G6LBN2
Writer Sue Reed talks about her first novel The Rewilding of Molly Mcflynn
November 12, 2023 12:27 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBOliver Rogers talks to writer, Sue Reed about her first novel, 'The Rewilding of Molly McFlynn' available now through her website to buy: https://bit.ly/46gAonv
International Men's Day UK 2023
November 08, 2023 21:43 - 19 minutes - 44.4 MBNational Ambassador of International Men's Day UK, Mark Brooks OBE talks to Oliver Rogers about some of the challenges and issues around male mental health.
Great Tree Beauties 1: Hatfield Forest and the Doodle Oak tree
November 07, 2023 20:20 - 41 minutes - 96 MBTake an audio tour around Hatfield Forest in Essex and learn about some of the mighty trees that have stood there, such as the Doodle Oak.
Small permaculture gardens with John Mason
September 16, 2023 16:30 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MBJohn Mason talks more on small scale permaculture in gardens. ACS Distance Education has plenty of online courses to help develop your practical knowledge around gardening. Errol today: bit.ly/3m5K7vI
Lawn Association's David Hedges-Gower says time to think about grass
August 27, 2023 17:22 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBDavid Hedges-Gower from the Lawn Association talks about some of the jobs for the autumn to help your lawn look its best. To find out more about the Lawn Association visit their website: bit.ly/3r0DgpE
Japanese gardens and cherry blossom with John Mason
August 21, 2023 17:07 - 8 minutes - 7.7 MBJohn Mason has been to visit Tokyo and then on to Kyoto during the cherry blossom season. ACS Distance Education has plenty of online courses to help develop your practical knowledge around gardening. Errol today: https://bit.ly/3m5K7vI
Garden daleks, green waste and how to make use of it in your garden
August 13, 2023 13:21 - 23 minutes - 54.7 MBMartyn Richards from Agriton UK talks to Oliver Rogers about using a process called bokashi composting to make use of your green waste within your garden. To buy bokashi products from Agriton UK visit their website: bit.ly/3qx6pIY For international customers visit worldwide distributor, EMRO Japan, scroll down to 'choose county' and find a retailer for your territory: bit.ly/3Cl6QIW
August jobs for the garden and cutting back a Thuja hedge
July 29, 2023 11:41 - 3 minutes - 7.4 MBKen demonstrates the best way to clip a Thuja hedge and gives a few jobs for the garden to make sure you have success later in the year.
Colour all summer with Adam Pasco
July 09, 2023 08:26 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MBKeep the colour coming all summer by choosing Adam Pasco’s favourite plants for your garden. From hardy perennials and summer bedding for flowers to a host of plants with fancy foliage, Adam Pasco takes you on a tour of his pots and borders and shares tips that provide a succession of colour right into autumn. For more advice and guidance from Adam's Gardening Guides can now be found on World Radio Gardening's website: https://bit.ly/3PtQ3vf
Gin making at the East Coast Distillery
July 02, 2023 09:22 - 10 minutes - 25 MBKen visits the East Coast Distillery to learn about the production of gin. Nicole North from the East Coast Distillery talks about how the distillery in Essex was created and some of the ingredients that make the flavours of their gin. **Remember safety is important when carrying out coastal foraging and we would recommend that research on making sure any foraging is low impact should be undertaken before any attempt to collect edible coastal plants. To find out more and purchase gin onl...
Tiptree 2023 strawberry harvest at Wilkin and Sons
June 22, 2023 19:28 - 7 minutes - 17.7 MBKen visits the jam factory in Tiptree, Essex, to talk with Farm Manager, Andrey Ivanov and see the latest strawberry harvest. To buy Tiptree jam and products online: https://bit.ly/43WWdIA
Lawn Association's David Hedges-Gower on lawn care during the summer
June 22, 2023 10:01 - 5 minutes - 13.4 MBDavid Hedges-Gower from the Lawn Association talks about some of the jobs during the summer months for a perfect lawn. To find out more about the Lawn Association visit their website: https://bit.ly/3r0DgpE
Andrew Tokely from Kings Seeds on wild flower meadows and sweet peas
June 20, 2023 08:45 - 8 minutes - 18.8 MBHorticultural Director of Kings Seeds, Andrew Tokely talks about sweet peas. For more details and to purchase sweet pea seed at Kings Seeds visit their website: bit.ly/3HEtAWA To buy the cornfield flower mix as mentioned in this podcast visit Kings Seeds website: https://bit.ly/46ea0vR
Vegetable update from Ken for June 2023
June 15, 2023 19:49 - 2 minutes - 6.01 MBKen looks at how his vegetable patch is taking shape this summer.
What is bokashi composting with food waste and how can it be used in your garden?
June 08, 2023 16:45 - 21 minutes - 48.2 MBMartyn Richards from Agriton UK talks to Oliver Rogers about using a process called bokashi composting to make use of your kitchen food waste. To buy bokashi products from Agriton UK visit their website: https://bit.ly/3qx6pIY For international customers visit worldwide distributor, EMRO Japan, scroll down to 'choose county' and find a retailer for your territory: https://bit.ly/3Cl6QIW
Sow this vegetable now and you will be 'pulling for Christmas!'
June 07, 2023 10:08 - 5 minutes - 11.9 MBHorticultural Director of Kings Seeds, Andrew Tokely has a tip for those wanting fresh vegetables for Christmas. For more details and to purchase Eskimo carrot seeds at Kings Seeds visit their website: https://bit.ly/3OZACuz
April at Keukenhof in Holland - Part 2
May 09, 2023 19:55 - 6 minutes - 5.75 MBKen Crowther visits the famous Keukenhof gardens in the Netherlands to see some of the beautiful tulips on display. This is part 2 of a look at the gardens during April. For more information on visiting the gardens look at the website: bit.ly/3HV3YFY
April at Keukenhof in Holland - Part 1
May 09, 2023 19:53 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MBKen Crowther visits the famous Keukenhof gardens in the Netherlands to see some of the beautiful tulips on display. This is part 1 of a look at the gardens during April. For more information on visiting the gardens look at the website: bit.ly/3HV3YFY
Springtime at Keukenhof in Holland
May 09, 2023 19:49 - 12 minutes - 16.1 MBKen Crowther visits the famous Keukenhof gardens in the Netherlands to see some of the beautiful tulips on display. For more information on visiting the gardens look at the website: https://bit.ly/3HV3YFY
Nick Hamilton talks about Barnsdale Gardens
March 29, 2023 15:54 - 21 minutes - 49.3 MBNick Hamilton talks to Oliver Rogers about his TV gardener father, Geoff Hamilton and Nick has now written a book called 'The Right Genes'. The book looks at Nick's life and is available from Barnsdale Gardens now: http://bit.ly/3JXgEfC Visit Barnsdale Gardens in Rutland: http://bit.ly/40pgiWl
WRG Podcast - March 2023
March 21, 2023 22:48 - 17 minutes - 40.8 MBKen looks at some of the jobs for the garden in March and April, including tips on how to plant roses. He also gives advice on starting off your seedlings for vegetables such as rhubarb and pumpkin. Check out Bulldog's half moon edging knife: bit.ly/3FH8F4W
Permaculture reflections for small gardens with John Mason in Australia
February 27, 2023 09:17 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBJohn Mason provides an insight into producing a productive garden. ACS Distance Education provide a wide range of gardening and horticulture learning courses online. For more details visit their website: https://bit.ly/3m5K7vI
Garden jobs for February 2023
February 20, 2023 00:09 - 2 minutes - 5.47 MBKen looks at some of the jobs for the end of February including maintaining a herbaceous borders for the best summer blooms.
Andrew Tokely from Kings Seeds on growing sweet peas
February 12, 2023 12:02 - 2 minutes - 5.28 MBHorticultural Director of Kings Seeds, Andrew Tokely talks about sweet peas. For more details and to purchase sweet pea seed at King's Seed visit their website: http://bit.ly/3HEtAWA
Andrew Tokely from King's Seeds on growing sweet peas
February 12, 2023 12:02 - 2 minutes - 5.28 MBHorticultural Director of King's Seeds, Andrew Tokely talks about sweet peas. For more details and to purchase sweet pea seed at King's Seed visit their website: http://bit.ly/3HEtAWA
Ken looks at some of the top ways to be greener in our gardens
February 05, 2023 22:10 - 6 minutes - 14.3 MBKen Crowther looks at peat-free compost and other planting media that helps to support a better environment for nature and humans.
WRG Podcast - February 2023
January 25, 2023 23:33 - 22 minutes - 51.4 MBYour questions answered by Ken. To send in a question email [email protected] Ken talks about spring planting ideas and bulbs such as snowdrops, daffodils and tulips.
Planting time for bare rooted trees, shrubs, roses and fruits with Adam Pasco
January 07, 2023 12:14 - 3 minutes - 6.17 MBAdam Pasco gives some tips and advice on winter planting for bare rooted trees, shrubs, roses and fruits. You can find out more about Adam's gardening advice on his website: http://www.adampascomedia.com/
WRG Podcast - December 2022
December 13, 2022 22:15 - 19 minutes - 45.3 MBYour questions answered by Ken. To send in a question email [email protected]
Finding space for trees in the Community Forest near London
November 19, 2022 15:22 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MBOliver Rogers talks to Community Forest Director, Dave Bigden about his work and tree planting near London. The Thames Chase Trust and Community Forest is spread across multiple sites in Havering, Thurrock, Barking and Dagenham and Brentwood local authority areas and extends to 40 square miles of forestry.
WRG Podcast - November 2022
November 08, 2022 21:39 - 23 minutes - 53.4 MBYour questions answered by Ken. To send in a question email [email protected]
Grow and use ginger with John Mason in Australia
October 27, 2022 18:27 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBTips on growing and using ginger with John Mason in Australia.
Pick the best plants for autumn and winter colour
October 23, 2022 12:45 - 23 minutes - 53.5 MBBrighten your outlook over the cold months with Adam Pasco's selection of seasonal flowers, berries and attractive foliage for patio pots and borders. Watch the accompanying video at 'Adam's Gardening Guides': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjSay-QXbvM&t=24s
Halloween pumpkins
October 19, 2022 18:44 - 3 minutes - 8.97 MBKen looks at pumpkins and which varieties make good soap or pie! He shares his Halloween secrets for growing a big orange beauty.
Choosing multi-headed tulips with Adam Pasco
October 16, 2022 20:57 - 6 minutes - 12.3 MBBoost your spring flower displays by planting multi-headed tulips, and check out Adam's favourite Tulip 'Antoinette'. Watch the accompanying video at "Adam's Gardening Guides": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_LQ_l0tSgE
Jobs for October with Ken Crowther
October 06, 2022 11:53 - 3 minutes - 6.9 MBKen looks at what you should be doing in the garden during the autumn.
Be more sustainable with food
October 06, 2022 11:31 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBJohn Mason from ACS Distance Education looks at what gardeners can do to produce more sustainable food crops.
Sean Butler talks garden design and luxury landscaping
October 06, 2022 11:27 - 20 minutes - 46.7 MBOliver Rogers talks to garden designer, Sean Butler about his company Cube 1994 Ltd and creating award winning gardens for the Chelsea Flower Show and major clients. For more information on Cube 1994 Ltd visit: https://www.cube1994.com/
Ken reviews developments in vertical farming in the UK
October 02, 2022 14:20 - 4 minutes - 2.31 MBKen Crowther looks at how vertical farming could help to improve food production security in the UK.
Living lawns and their benefits
September 30, 2022 18:21 - 2 minutes - 1.05 MBKen Crowther looks at the benefits of growing a lawn.
Heat dry gardening with John Mason in Australia
September 27, 2022 18:52 - 9 minutes - 8.67 MBJohn Mason takes a look at how to make the best use of water in your garden.
Gardening has been booming in Australia
September 27, 2022 18:48 - 4 minutes - 3.9 MBJohn Mason's garden in Australia now has a treetop walk. Find out more about how Australian's have been turning to their gardens during lockdown.