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BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast
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Listen to gardening inspiration from some of the UK’s most loved and well-respected gardening experts in the award-winning BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast.
Enjoy growing advice throughout the year with our Conversations series. Join Monty Don, Frances Tophill, Adam Frost, Arit Anderson, Carol Klein and more for friendly gardening chat and informative discussion with the magazine team, perfect for everyone who enjoys gardening.
Hear Alan Titchmarsh solve your gardening problems in Ask Alan, find advice for what to do in the garden in our What To Do Now series, and travel the globe with the BBC Gardeners’ World magazine team in Travel Tales: Gardens of the World.
With new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday and bonus episodes every Saturday, subscribe now, wherever you get your podcasts, and never miss an episode. Find out more at GardenersWorld.com/podcast
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Dr Amir Khan on butterflies, birdsong and better health
Yesterday00:34:02Tap to summarizeHow can spending time in nature improve our health? In this episode, GP, broadcaster and bestselling author Dr Amir Khan explores the science behind nature's remarkable benefits for both our physical and mental wellbeing. From the calming effects of birdsong and green spaces to creating a wildlife-friendly garden filled with ponds, pollinator plants and butterflies, Amir shares practical ways to make the most of the natural world. He also discusses his work with Butterfly Conservation, why our gardens play a vital role in protecting wildlife, and how even the smallest green space can become a sanctuary for both people and nature. Pick up the August issue of BBC Gardeners' World magazine for lots more advice on creating a butterfly-friendly garden. To take part in this year's Big Butterfly Count, visit bigbutterflycount.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →What To Do Now - Collecting seeds, caring for strawberries, and creating wildlife havens
4d ago00:08:09Tap to summarizeClaire enjoys a cheerful mid-July potter to collect seeds, give strawberries some TLC and suggest easy ways to give garden wildlife a helping hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Shade garden ideas: what to grow and how to succeed, with Monty Don
6d ago00:24:28Tap to summarizeLooking for advice on gardening in shade? In this episode, recorded at BBC Gardeners’ World Live, Monty Don explains how to grow plants successfully in low-light conditions and why shade can be an advantage, not a problem. Discover the best plants for shade, how to improve soil in dry shade, and practical ways to manage light and moisture for a healthier garden. Whether you’re dealing with a small shady corner or a full shade garden, this episode is packed with expert, easy-to-follow tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Design your garden like a pro before you spend a penny, with Adam Frost
1w ago00:25:20Tap to summarizeGarden and landscape designer Adam Frost breaks down how to design or redesign your garden properly. Starting with what you want from the space, how you move through it, and why getting ideas down on paper can save you serious money and frustration. From rescuing mature shrubs with confident pruning to balancing hard landscaping with planting and planning a garden that can evolve with family life, it’s a practical, confidence-boosting guide to creating an outdoor space that truly fits you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →What To Do Now - Thinning fruit, supporting giants, and celebrating summer’s bounty
2w ago00:07:59Tap to summarizeJoin Claire in the garden this week to thin out fruit on apple and pear trees, support tall vegetables and flowers, and enjoy a little summertime harvest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Budget garden design for tiny plots with Pip Probert
2w ago00:42:06Tap to summarizeGarden designer Pip Probert shares smart, stylish ways to make small outdoor spaces work harder. From choosing the right amount of paving to adding height, structure and personality, Pip explains how to avoid costly mistakes and create a garden that feels beautifully designed, whatever its size. She offers practical advice on budget-friendly materials, hardworking plants, pots, trees, arches and one-metre growing ideas, plus tips on planning, prioritising and finding inspiration. Whether you have a courtyard, balcony or modest back garden, discover garden design ideas to help every area flourish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Gardens, landscape and a life in design, with Sarah Eberle
2w ago00:38:28Tap to summarizeAward-winning garden designer Sarah Eberle reflects on 50 years in horticulture, from a feral childhood in Devon to creating some of the most memorable show gardens at Chelsea. She shares how her design philosophy has evolved, why nature and landscape remain at the heart of her work, and the inspiration behind her latest Chelsea Flower Show garden, On the Edge, which won both a Gold Medal and Garden of the Year. Along the way, Sarah talks climate change, planting with purpose, and why great gardens should offer sanctuary, beauty and a powerful sense of place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →What To Do Now - Harvest herbs, fuss over fruit, and plan for autumn colour
3w ago00:07:33Tap to summarizeIt's time for Oliver's early July jobs: harvest and preserve herbs at their peak, give your fruit a midsummer boost, and start planning for a garden full of autumn colour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Best plants for dry gardens: on tough, drought-tolerant plants that thrive
3w ago00:26:14Tap to summarizeRHS Hyde Hall curator Ian Le Gros shares his top plant picks for dry gardens, exposed sites and climate-resilient planting. Discover drought-tolerant favourites including euphorbias, eucalyptus, palms and evergreen shrubs that deliver year-round colour, structure and scent, even in tough conditions. Ian explains how these hardy plants thrive in wind, gravel and free-draining soils, while offering practical gardening advice for creating a beautiful low-maintenance garden. Whether you’re planning a Mediterranean-style border, updating a dry garden or searching for resilient plants that can cope with hotter summers, discover expert inspiration and planting ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Why wildflowers matter: Frances Tophill on gardening for nature
3w ago00:36:45Tap to summarizeJoin Frances Tophill for a joyful celebration of wildflowers, wild gardening and the beauty of so-called weeds. From poppies, cow parsley and bluebells to medicinal plants, folklore and pollinator-friendly planting, Frances explores how wildflowers connect us to nature, memory and the changing seasons. Discover practical tips for growing wildflowers in your garden, supporting bees and butterflies, and creating a more natural, wildlife-friendly space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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