This Week In The Garden with Peter Seabrook (The Sun)
Explore every episode of This Week In The Garden with Peter Seabrook
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| 14 Oct 2020 | Eat your greens. And your yellows, crimsons and purples. | 00:25:34 | |
Peter takes a visit to a very windy Lincolnshire to see some vegetables trials. This episode is a great guide for anyone thinking of growing some food in their garden. Peter gets plenty of recommendations - both for things to grow and for things to eat. Peter also gives a beginners guide to composting to help your vegetables along. Thanks to our contributors this week: Matt Oliver, Richard Tudor, Keely Watson, Colin Randal, David Coop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Nov 2020 | New Recruits | 00:22:56 | |
Peter is joined by Sarah Squire of Squires Garden Centres. Sarah shares some very interesting data about this year, which has been extraordinary for both seasoned trade professionals, and newcomers to gardening. Sarah also tells us about some of her favourite plants, tells us how to avoid some new gardener mistakes and gives some tips for your garden. Peter offers some insight into how trees are grown and answers your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Sep 2018 | Petchoas, perennials and plant launches | 00:27:08 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Christine Howard, director of Howard Nurseries in Norfolk. Plus Peter has been to a variety of shows, studying new trends in gardening and new plants, including a petunia calibrachoa hybrid. And he’s been fiddling about with sunflowers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Sep 2020 | California Dreaming | 00:24:42 | |
Peter is joined by Ian Baldwin, a renowned horticultural consultant, who speaks to us direct from California. Ian is well equipped to tell us about the differences between British and American gardening, the scale of things and sadly, the wildfires the west coast of America are plagued with. Peter and Ian give tips for your garden too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Oct 2021 | "Garden" Borders | 00:28:06 | |
Peter is joined by Nicola Spence of DEFRA to discuss the measures in place to keep plants healthy, protecting business and the nation's food supply. Some web addresses were mentioned in the interview https://planthealthportal.defra.gov.uk/ https://treealert.forestresearch.gov.uk/ https://www.rhs.org.uk/ And if you'd like to donate to the Gofundme Peter mentioned, you can find it here: https://uk.gofundme.com/f/help-children-replace-stolen-school-mini-bus?qid=7656f02501e9665cd0e0697701b34714 If you'd like to write to Peter send your emails to thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 May 2020 | The Red Dragon | 00:23:54 | |
Peter is joined by Medwyn Williams, multiple Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal winner and president of the National Vegetable society. Medwyn gives Peter a lesson in speaking Welsh via a tomato variety, tells us how we can grow our own vegetables wherever and tells us a little about the tricks that people try when exhibiting vegetables. Those interested in Medwyn's vegetables can visit https://www.medwynsofanglesey.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Nov 2019 | The half Suntury | 00:25:06 | |
We bring you an insight into the world of journalism with Mike Ridley, feature writer at The Sun to discuss a new book looking back at 50 years of The Sun. Back in the garden, Peter’s been on the prowl for fragrant pinks, still in flower well into November. And there’s advice on how to prune blueberries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Apr 2017 | Celebrating 40 years of Sun Gardening | 00:20:20 | |
To mark 4 decades of Sun Gardening, Peter Seabrook is joined by friends at The Farmer’s Club, including the editor of Amateur Gardening, Tim Rumball.Sponsored by Mr Fothergill’s Seeds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Mar 2019 | Trade winds – the noise reducing fences | 00:20:02 | |
Nicola Simpson from Forest Garden, the UK’s largest distributor of timber fencing products, joins us to discuss their decibel reducing panels on fences and the impact they can have on your garden.
Plus Peter Seabrook has news on horticultural therapy for injured service personnel, raspberry-picking robots and advice on protecting greens from whitefly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Jul 2017 | Slug Control and Coleus Campfire | 00:18:38 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to suppliers Ball Colegrave ahead of their summer showcase on the 19th July, where over 200 plants will be on display. Plus there's the usual tips and advice for looking after your garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 May 2018 | The modern-day market trader | 00:25:18 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by the resident gardener at shopping channel QVC – Richard Jackson. Plus Peter has news of vertical farming in York, why you shouldn’t be chilling tomatoes and a plea to the people of Reading! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 31 Mar 2021 | Across Borders | 00:28:51 | |
Peter is joined this week by Ken Cox, a Rhododendron expert, retired plant hunter and musician. Ken tells us about some of the immense pressure that exporting businesses are under currently, gives some Rhododendron tips and shares some stories of his plant hunting past. The book Ken mentions is available here: https://www.glendoick.com/Riddle-of-the-Tsangpo-Gorges Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Mar 2020 | Landscape Architect on Sunflower Street | 00:20:21 | |
Peter is joined by Bunny Guinness this week. She shares some stories from her experience as a landscape architect and tells us a little about how to look after ourselves while gardening. Elsewhere, we take a visit to Peter's garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Oct 2020 | Movie Night | 00:24:32 | |
Ecologist Chris Baines joins us this week, Chris tells us about his award winning new film, The Living Thames, an examination of the River Thames, the many uses people have for it and the creatures who call it home. Peter and Chris also talk about the production and Peter offers some tips for your garden. Chris' Film, The Living Thames can be viewed here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Living-Thames-Sir-David-Attenborough/dp/B08HCPDRJC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Jan 2018 | Looking forward to new shows in 2018 | 00:21:55 | |
To mark the new year, Peter Seabrook is joined by Stephen Bennett, the most experienced manager of flower shows in the country, to talk about the inaugural Ascot Spring Flower show. Plus Peter discusses how vital vernalization is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 Dec 2017 | Let It Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow. | 00:24:29 | |
Peter is joined by David Turners from Mr Fothergills Seeds. We get insight into how long in advance a product launch might take, growing tips for chillies and heat vs flavour, why pre germinated seeds might be worth your attention and the unexpected benefits of polytunnels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Jun 2020 | All Systems Grow | 00:27:21 | |
Peter is joined this week by John Anderson, Keeper of the Gardens at Windsor Great Park. He talks about what it’s like gardening for The Queen, how to keep a garden with great heritage moving forwards, how to put your own stamp on a garden and he compares notes with Peter on how much of a team effort gardening can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Jan 2021 | Where Flowers Bloom, There Blooms Hope. | 00:24:22 | |
Peter is joined by Tom Sharples, the pair talk about the wide range of experiences that a horticultural career can offer, share some amusing moments and offer a few tips. Elsewhere Peter shares a reminiscence of a presidential garden and suggests time may be of the essence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Feb 2017 | What to look for when buying a tree | 00:18:30 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Steph Dunne James from tree nursery Frank P. Matthews. Plus Peter's been on the road in search of future gardening trends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 May 2019 | This is a funny season | 00:29:24 | |
Adam Pasco, gardening journalist and lecturer, founding editor of Gardener’s World Magazine joins Peter Seabrook to put the horticultural world to rights.
Elsewhere, Peter has been speaking to a scientist about slow-release fertilisers and has insight and advice on potting composts, layering magnolias and pruning clematis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 Jan 2020 | Plant-navs and pink flame | 00:22:37 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Jo Davey, marketing manager at Whartons Roses, the largest wholesale rose nursery in Britain. Plus Peter has news on the greenhouse equivalent of sat-nav, colourful new flowers and the benefits of timber. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Oct 2018 | Autumn Vegetables "on Trial" | 00:24:13 | |
Peter delves into Autumn vegetables this week, with some expert advice from Keely Watson of Elsoms. If you want to take in a Panorama, take a bite out of a Kossak or if you've got an interest in Doric, this is the episode for you. We hear how you could grow these in a small garden, how to protect your plants with a gorse fortress and Peter has the news of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Jan 2019 | Healthy hazelnuts & assistance with espaliers | 00:11:10 | |
To ring in 2019, Peter Seabrook has all sorts of tips for you. With news that hazelnuts can help combat Alzheimer’s, now might be a good time to plant them. Plus advice on apple pruning and growth of espaliers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Jul 2017 | Discovering new plants with Mr Flower Carpet | 00:21:45 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined in the studio by renowned plant explorer Anthony Tesselaar. Plus it’s a fruit and veg frenzy with apricots, plums and courgettes all on the menu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Jun 2019 | New Flowers for the Garden! | 00:24:18 | |
Boyd Douglas Davis, CEO of the Garden Store Group joins Peter this week. Boyd offers some new plant recommendations and suggests some plants that might be overlooked due to their high maintenance reputation. Not to be left out, Peter makes some recommendations of his own, some for plants available this summer and some for next year. Listen to the end for some very useful tips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 May 2021 | Windy Hilltop | 00:17:02 | |
Peter's on location this week and takes us to RHS Hyde Hall's hilltop Floral Fantasia. He's joined by 3 experts, Simon Crawford, Tim Kerley and Michael Smith for a discussion of Pansies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Oct 2017 | How do you grow a giant pumpkin? | 00:20:44 | |
Ian Paton of the famous Paton twins discusses what goes into growing as he and his brother strive to create the world’s largest pumpkin. Plus Peter Seabrook explains how LED lights can be used to accelerate growth in your garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Jun 2021 | Sweet Peas on the Pod-Cast | 00:19:05 | |
Peter is joined by Phil Johnson, a sweet pea expert who is on a mission to purify sweet pea plant stocks. Phil explains the process and gives some tips on how to grow your own and talks about some breeds you might like to try in your garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Dec 2018 | Re-potting roses and rolling out the red carpet | 00:26:52 | |
This week, Peter Seabrook is joined by the newly elected co-chair of the Garden Media Guild, gardener at Stockton Bury and former editor of The English Garden – Tamsin Westhorpe – to draw upon her wealth of knowledge in the industry. Elsewhere, Peter has advice on re-potting roses and composting, plus news on Fleuroselect’s French marigold trial award winners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 May 2018 | Whitefly warfare and combatting cats | 00:15:31 | |
With preparations for the Chelsea Flower Show in full swing, Peter Seabrook is working hard to avoid neglecting his own garden at home. And we’re talking trees. From Maylus to Laburnum. Steph Dunn James from Frank P Matthews, growers of over half a million trees every year, returns to the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Jan 2018 | Planting potatoes and the dangers of digging | 00:23:11 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Sue Lawton who runs the Schools Potato Growing Initiative, designed to get children gardening from a young age. Plus Peter has his say on an analysis on horticultural digging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | A Doctor's Garden | 00:31:35 | |
Peter is joined by Henry Oakley this week, a doctor and orchid expert. Henry has written a number of books on both orchids and the role plants play in medicine. Henry gives some tips on how to think about and care for orchids and gives some fascinating information about the history of plants and medicine. You can find Henry's books here: http://www.oakeleybooks.com/ If you'd like to write to Peter, email ThisWeekInTheGarden@Gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Dec 2018 | Rose rosette and frost fleeces | 00:22:17 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by the President of the Horticultural Trades Association, Adam Taylor of Taylors Bulbs, a fourth-generation family business celebrating their centenary in 2019, after what’s been a difficult season for bulbs. Plus Peter brings you the usual tops and advice, and worrying news of the rose rosette virus, which has caused rose gardens to be grassed over in America and Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Jan 2017 | Cymbidiums and Chas & Dave’s Brussels sprouts | 00:15:43 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by gardening blogger Non Morris from The Dahlia Papers while also paying a visit to Chas & Dave's allotment.Sponsored this week by Mr Fothergill's Seeds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Aug 2018 | Prettiest Roses, Dahlias and Container Gardening. | 00:19:58 | |
Peter is joined this week by Adam Wigglesworth from Dahlia experts, Aylett Nurseries. We hear about the Prettiest Rose competition, their upcoming Dahlia festival and dealing with the extremely hot weather and “container gardening.” Peter also offers some pruning tips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Dec 2020 | Getting Spruced Up? | 00:28:59 | |
Peter presents a guide to all things Christmas tree this week, from how to select your tree to how best to care for it so that it'll last at least as long as the season. Chris Beytes of Grower Talks Magazine calls in from Chicago to compare notes on 2020 from the other side of the atlantic, he also gives some fascinating insight into the latest scientific advances and tells us how to get the most out of our Ponsiettas (glitter not mandatory). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Oct 2019 | Polite sunflowers and a standing ovation | 00:24:59 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Patrick Fairweather from Fairweather's Wholesale Nursery to discuss one of his favourite flowers – agapanthus.
Elsewhere, there’s news of fanfare and ovation petunias that can take the wind and the wet. And Peter has advice on the composition of your compost bin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Jul 2020 | Taking over the world | 00:20:29 | |
Peter speaks to Mark Portman of Evergreen this week. Mark gives us more insight into how this year may have introduced more people to our hobby than ever before. We hear a little about what it's like trying to cope with such extraordinary events and about how gardening is becoming more eco friendly with redesigned products. Peter gives some excellent tips for how to make new lawns healthy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Feb 2021 | Spring Is Springing | 00:23:10 | |
Peter is joined by Simon Langdon for a discussion about Delphiniums, Begonias and a family business with a long history. Peter has tips for how to prepare your garden for the new season and some suggestions for plants that can be planted now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Oct 2021 | Be The Shadow | 00:21:24 | |
Peter is joined by Graham Ross, who calls in from New South Wales. Graham is a seasoned broadcaster with a long career presenting on Australian TV and Radio. Graham tells Peter about some of his favourite places to visit around the world from the perspective of a broadcaster, tour guide and enthusiast. You can hear Graham's show The Garden Clinic here: https://www.2gb.com/show/the-garden-clinic/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Dec 2019 | Ranunculus Rococo and the Royal Family | 00:23:44 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Arthur Edwards, royal photographer for The Sun, to discuss his travels all around the world with the royal family, including the recent trip to New Zealand with Prince Charles.
In the garden, Peter’s been planting a vigorous new ranunculus flower, plus there’s news of trees resisting Dutch elm disease and sea buckthorn drinks in Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Dec 2018 | The anti-snoring plant and growing your own mistletoe | 00:24:32 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Simon McArdle, marketing manager at Westland Horticulture, to help you narrow down your choice of potting compost.
With Christmas imminent, Peter discusses how to grow your own mistletoe. Plus can academic performance be improved by trees? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Apr 2017 | Trugs and taking the guesswork out of gardening | 00:23:01 | |
Peter Seabrook has the latest on the pitfalls your garden may hold at this time of year. And we're joined by the founding editor of BBC Gardeners World Magazine - Adam Pasco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 31 Jul 2019 | Beetroot blister and the strength of Syngenta | 00:24:14 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to someone who made growing your own a global business, Paul Owen from VegTrug, about their raised beds and what crops they can grow. Plus Peter has advice on flattened stems and news on the success of Impatiens Imara and their resistance to disease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Sep 2020 | Exhaust Pipes in the Garden | 00:24:44 | |
Peter is joined by Julie Dowbiggin of Capel Manor College. Julie describes some of the gardens that she has been involved with, from winning entries at Chelsea to gardens for Royalty. Elsewhere Peter gives tips and news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Jul 2020 | All about Peonies | 00:24:39 | |
Peter is joined by Claire Austin this week, an expert in Hardy Perennials, Peonies and Iris'. Elsewhere peter has some tips for Rose Growers and news about a new campaign for British gardeners. Claire's website can be found here:https://www.claireaustin-hardyplants.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 Apr 2019 | Cannabis and California | 00:20:02 | |
Peter Seabrook fulfils a lifetime ambition by visiting the Californian Spring Trials, where he speaks to Anna Ball, president and chief executive of Ball Horticulture, one of the largest seed breeders and producers on the planet.
While on the road, Peter has learned about the impact of marijuana growth in Canada and how that impacts garden centres. And back home, there’s advice on potato traps for slugs and scarlet lily beetles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Jan 2018 | What goes into the sowing of sprouts? | 00:21:53 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Colin Randel, an expert vegetable grower, to discuss how sprouts ended up in your fridge over Christmas. Plus Peter has the usual tips and advice for you in your garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 31 Oct 2018 | Greening up the grass and crops for Christmas | 00:20:43 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Neil Gow, owner of the award-winning Fresh at Burcot garden centre in Worcestershire, with a team that has over 270 years of gardening experience. Plus Peter has news of a lot of movement in personnel within some of the big horticultural companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 Jan 2021 | Welcome Back | 00:09:45 | |
As we enter a new year with it's own challenges, Peter reminds us that there's plenty to be occupied with in the garden. There's plenty of preparation to think about and Peter gives us advance warning of a few things that we'd do well to get started with, and tells us about a few things we could think about immediately. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Jun 2020 | All About Orchids | 00:21:36 | |
Peter speaks to Malcolm Gregory of Orchid specialists Double H. We hear about the high tech methods used to grow orchids and get some tips on how to make the most of your Orchids. Peter gives the usual news and advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Oct 2019 | Splashing out on salad greenhouses | 00:27:03 | |
Peter Seabrook delves into drainage pipes with Edward Naylor from The Yorkshire Flowerpot Company, discussing the importance of clay containing iron in flowerpots and how it’s also used in our sewer system. Plus Peter has mushrooms on his plate and news of huge expenditure on greenhouses that will account for 12% of the UK’s tomatoes. As well as weed-killing robots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Nov 2017 | Robot mowers and portable gardeners | 00:18:58 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to The Scotts Company about their products and the challenges faced in satisfying the gardener’s needs. Plus hear why you shouldn’t push hyacinth bulbs back and why you should be on the look-out for wonky fruits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Mar 2020 | At the Centre of the Garden | 00:23:13 | |
Michael Cole joins Peter this week to talk about just how to find a good garden centre and offers up some recommendations of some gardens to visit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Feb 2020 | Chelsea On The Horizon | 00:28:10 | |
Peter is back with more news and tips and an interview with George Hillier. They talk about his family’s legacy, ecology, discuss how business will change in the future and give some tips for visitors to the Chelsea Flower show. Links related to today’s discussions: International Garden Photographer of the Year: RHS Apprenticeships: Yoom Tomatoes: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Feb 2020 | Prince Charming On Trial | 00:22:16 | |
Peter is joined by Stacey Gibson this week, Stacey routinely trials hundreds of plants at a time, looking for the perfect plants for people's gardens, we find out a little bit about what that means and what thousands of blooms at once smell like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Dec 2017 | Sunflowers, nematodes and PR | 00:18:38 | |
On the last episode of 2017, Peter Seabrook tells us about a sunflower success story, there's an interview with PR expert and keen gardener Graham Paskett and we keep you abreast of this week's latest news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Apr 2019 | Mining for fertiliser and Victorian violas | 00:23:16 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Rob Chapman from Victorian Violas, who has dedicated his life to the breeding of that flower. Plus Peter has news of garden centre sales being on the up, mining in Whitby and advice on sowing sweetcorn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Jun 2019 | Home-grown fruit reducing food miles | 00:22:26 | |
Malcom Catlin from Marshall’s Seeds speaks to Peter Seabrook about their new strawberry Allure, as well as his vast experience in the field of horticulture.
Plus Peter has news and advice on how planting and storage is reducing food miles when it comes to apples. Plus there’s Erasmus asparagus and how to use a hose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Jan 2019 | Remembering David Austin and his roses | 00:23:53 | |
This week, Peter Seabrook is joined by Ros Barker to pay tribute to the godfather of the English rose, David Austin, a man who spent 75 years breeding in search of the ultimate bloom. Peter and Ros discuss David’s work and his gardens that are still open to the public.
Plus Peter has news on speedier strawberries that crop faster and advice on hazeling soil and upside-down parsnips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Jun 2017 | How to shade your greenhouse | 00:21:41 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Majestic Trees, one of the top large tree-growers in the country. And we review some of the innovative gardening products on the market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Nov 2017 | Pot Topper, Primrose Everlast and Picking Apples | 00:25:00 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Ross Newham from East Malling Research, one of the top horticultural science research institutes in the world. Ross reveals the challenges of producing more food than ever before in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Aug 2020 | A new generation | 00:15:56 | |
Peter’s back with a warning about mystery seed deliveries, news of the new RHS President, some tips on how to deal with garden pests and growing your own melons, and Isobel Watson, recipient of the Midland Regional Growers Apprentice of the year award joins us for a chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Sep 2021 | Busy Week | 00:20:27 | |
Peter is rushed off his feet this week, he brings us up to speed with the activities that have been occupying him, offers some tips for Tomato growing and has a chat with Francesca Ablett, recipient of the David Colgrave Horticultural Research Scholarship. You can find out more about the David Colgrave Foundation here: http://davidcolegravefoundation.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Apr 2020 | Fine Gardening | 00:18:07 | |
Peter is recording on location again this week, both in the Poly Tunnel and at RHS Hyde Hall. His guest is fine art student turned RHS gardener Molly Christman. Elsewhere, in these strange times Peter gives tips on which seeds you might already have which can be made good use of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Jul 2018 | The bulb bible and a guide to the gardening media | 00:21:01 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by a leading figure in horticultural journalism - Clare Foggett, editor of The English Garden Magazine and chairman of the Garden Media Guild. Plus Peter has an extensive guide to bulb treatment and an update on the seed companies opening their grounds and showing what’s on trial for the coming year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 Sep 2017 | Raving about roses - the most popular flower in Britain | 00:22:39 | |
Peter Seabrook chats to Ian Limmer from Peter Beale’s nursery, for a comprehensive guide to rose growing. Plus Peter has advice on growing fruit and vegetables under glass and potting the pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Jun 2021 | My Real Garden | 00:27:39 | |
Peter is joined by celebrated garden designer, Anne Marie Powell this week. Anne Marie is a patron of the Greenfingers Charity and talks about why it's so important to her. She also tells us about her new book which was inspired by social media, lockdown and her wish to continue her involvement with Greenfingers. You can find out more about the book and buy a signed copy here: https://www.myrealgarden.co.uk/ Anne Marie can be found on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myrealgarden/?hl=en Greenfingers Can be found here: https://www.greenfingerscharity.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Aug 2017 | Pest prevention in the garden | 00:23:15 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Mike Abel from Agralan, an expert in getting rid of garden pests like slugs and snails. Plus Peter has news on the rise in popularity of the houseplant. And are people spending more time on the trampoline than in the garden?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Jun 2021 | Jury's Out | 00:21:50 | |
Peter is joined by Alan Sargent, an expert in all things horticultural and legal. Alan gives some tips for those who are thinking of either hiring someone for to work on their garden, or for those thinking of working in the field as well as some reasoned arguments about why it's a good idea to avoid litigation, and how people end up in that position. Alan's website is https://alansargent.co.uk/ where he offers his services as expert witness and a selection of books for a variety of different horticultural needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Nov 2018 | Sun Packed, Fun Packed, SunPatiens | 00:23:08 | |
This episode we hear that Peter’s been travelling and gives us a report from the International Flower Trade fair in Holland. We speak to a Gill Corless of leading Japanese company, Sakata - Breeders of pot and bedding plants, cut flowers and Vegetable seeds. We hear the story of Sakata’s Patiens and the flower equivalent of London Fashion week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Feb 2018 | Plantex Platinum and daffodils in Deutschland | 00:19:59 | |
Peter Seabrook has plenty to report from his travels in Essen, Germany. And to keep the global theme going, Sally van der Horst, from Fleuroselect in Holland, discusses the new flower varieties they’ve been testing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Oct 2018 | Mammoth onions and orange apples | 00:23:55 | |
‘Blue’ Peter Seabrook is joined by Margaret Robinson from William Robinson & Son, who specialise in the kind of seeds grown to produce mammoth vegetables. Elsewhere, Peter has information on innovations in apples and advice on sowing turnip seeds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Aug 2018 | The bigger the bulb, the better the performance | 00:23:45 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by George Clowes, an expert in specialist flowers, QVC host and the owner of de Jager Bulbs. Plus Peter has been revelling in the rain and offers advice on planting bare-root and news of what plant fairs are on this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 Jan 2021 | East Meets West | 00:24:14 | |
Peter is joined by Gill Corless of Sakata of Japan. Gill chats to Peter about their gold medal winning plants, about the benefits of hybridisation and offers a philosophy for gardeners. Elsewhere Peter gives News, tips for Strawberry growing and his reminiscences of travelling to Japan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Nov 2021 | Next Generation | 00:25:29 | |
Peter is joined by Chris Wiley of Sow Successful. Chris is part of the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) and an expert grower of Hellebores. Peter has visited Westminster this week to make the case for Peat and tells the story. There are also listener's emails and some tips. Write to Peter at ThisWeekInTheGarden@gmail.com. You can visit Chris' Website here: https://www.sow-successful.com/ You can find out about the YPHA here: https://www.ypha.org.uk/about Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Sep 2018 | Larkspur, fireworks and the RCMG | 00:23:48 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by the chairman of the Rhododendron, Camelia and Magnolia Group (RCMG) – David Millais. A font of all knowledge when it comes to Rhododendrons. Plus Peter has advice on when to sow seedlings, how to plant heathers and more award-winning flowers for you to consider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Sep 2017 | The dangers of Xylella fastidiosa | 00:22:01 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Professor Nicola Spence from the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. Xylella fastidiosa is a plant disease threatening to spread across the UK. Nicola and Peter discuss how you can monitor plant health and prevent disease in your garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Dec 2021 | For Peat's Sake. | 00:21:55 | |
Peter is joined by Micropropagation expert Barbara Wright who explains the process and explains how Peat could thrive once again. Write to Peter with your questions, tips and stories at ThisWeekInTheGarden@Gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Jul 2018 | Plant plunging and plant purchasing | 00:19:50 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Matthew Smith from Brighter Blooms, specialists in Zantedeschia and asks about the treatment needed to get good flowering for this summer plant. Plus Peter has advice for adding moisture to soil and compost and tips on how to wield a scythe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Feb 2021 | Making Plans | 00:23:21 | |
Peter is, as always. getting ahead of the seasons. There are tips for the things you could be sowing, in your garden and some suggestions about how best to guarantee some privacy in the garden. Derek Jarman of Hayloft joins us for a chat, to give some recommendations, some discussion of the changing market and to explain just where the name Hayloft came from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 May 2017 | Beginning with your biennials & the perils of pear midge | 00:19:22 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Alan Cowell from Cowell’s Garden Centre in Newcastle to discuss gardening conditions in the North East. Plus some findings from Chelsea and how to cope with pear pests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 Sep 2017 | Christmas hyacinths and the secret gardens of East Anglia | 00:21:07 | |
Award-winning horticulturist Barbara Segall joins us to discuss her book Secret Gardens of East Anglia. Plus Peter gives his thoughts on spiralized vegetables and growing your hyacinths in time for December 25th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Aug 2019 | Salad balls and hydroponic highways | 00:25:59 | |
Peter Seabrook welcomes back Paul Hansord – a man with over 40 years experience in the seed industry - to discuss the future of trade with the likes of China and India. Plus Peter has news of the UK’s first hydroponic living wall and advice on harvesting potatoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Feb 2017 | What are gardeners buying? | 00:16:44 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Trevor Pfeiffer, compiler of the Top 20 best selling plants, composts and garden products, to determine how active gardeners are right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Sep 2019 | Like shelling peas? | 00:27:49 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to Andrew Bird from Pro Veg, an expert on the best ways to grow garden peas, mangetout, sugar snap and the best cultivars for flavour and disease resistance.
Plus Peter has news and advice on Clematis Little Lemons, Begonia Rex and lifting potatoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Jun 2018 | Pelargonium, pansies and the best-selling plants | 00:22:48 | |
Former manager of the Chelsea Flower show Alex Denman joins Peter Seabrook to discuss her latest venture - the Royal Windsor Rose & Horticultural Society Show. Plus Peter is perplexed by the list of best-selling plants and has seasonal advice on cabbages. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Apr 2018 | Hunting down horticultural leads | 00:21:47 | |
This week Peter Seabrook is foraging into the world of gardening journalism as he speaks to author and writer Matt Appleby. Plus there’s advice on producing potatoes in pots and how to flower gladiolus corms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Apr 2018 | Rain for some garden centres, shine for others | 00:25:22 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to a man with 30 years experience in the nursery trade, the head of Hardy’s Cottage Plants – Rob Hardy. Plus Peter has news of a potential bamboo shortage and advice on dealing with pests in the warmer weather. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Oct 2021 | Life Through A Lens | 00:28:03 | |
Peter is joined by Michael Warren, one of our most celebrated horticultural photographers. The conversation takes in how Michael became enthused with both plants and photography and Michael gives us some tips on how to take better photographs. Elsewhere Peter has news, questions and answers. Write to Peter at Thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Mar 2019 | Passing gardening to future generations | 00:21:14 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Neil Grant, managing director of Ferndale Garden Centres, to discuss his initiative - National Children’s Gardening Week.
Away from the studio, Peter’s been sowing perennials, sprouting greens, pruning roses and guarding against the blackthorn winter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Jul 2021 | Coming Up: Roses | 00:30:27 | |
Peter is joined by Chris Warner this week, an expert Rose Breeder who has brought multiple Rose of the Year Winners to market. Peter also has news and answers another listener's question. To have your question answered by Peter, Email ThisWeekInTheGarden@gmail.com or tweet Peter @Lettucealone. Chris is a member of the Rose society, to find out more and to sign up as a member yourself visit: https://www.therosesociety.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Oct 2019 | To Garden or To Landscape? | 00:26:17 | |
Peter is joined this week by Wayne Grills, Chief Executive of BALI (the British Association of Landscape Industries). We get to hear about Greening Cities, Vertical Gardening and Bali’s awards for landscaping excellence. As usual, Peter gives us the news and tips for gardeners, which this week includes a question about moving Acers. Links: https://www.bali.org.uk/news-and-events/bali-awards/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Nov 2018 | Barking (And Mulching) Mad! | 00:24:59 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Catherine Dawson, Technical Director of Melcourt industries. Catherine and Peter talk about the many benefits and uses of Bark, how to keep growing media in good condition and Catherine tells us a little of what you need to do to get approval from the Prince of Wales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Nov 2021 | Tulips from... | 00:25:47 | |
Peter jumps on a plane to visit the International Floriculture Trade Fair. He brings us some interviews from the Netherlands, highlighting what might be some interesting new plants and products as well as offering his perspective on the reopening of the world following the pandemic restrictions. If you'd like to write to Peter, send your emails to thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 May 2017 | What's an F1 hybrid? | 00:23:04 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by former judge and gold-medal winner at Chelsea - Bob Sweet. Peter and Bob look ahead to the new Gardener's World Live exhibition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Sep 2021 | The Mexico of the Midlands | 00:26:35 | |
This week, Lark Hanham of Boningale and Worfield joins Peter to discuss how data is now driving the horticultural industry. Peter also has tips and news of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Nov 2018 | Remembrance roses and the future of export | 00:24:18 | |
Peter Seabrook is joined by Amanda Sizer Barrett MBE, the director general of Gardenex, the UK’s federation of gardening and leisure manufacturers. Amanda and Peter discuss Brexit and the future of export in the horticultural industry.
Elsewhere Peter calls for more attention to be paid to the training of the next generation of gardeners. Plus insight on roses, ethylene and fungi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Nov 2019 | The drop test and the spider plant revival | 00:27:48 | |
Peter Seabrook speaks to David Chisholm, a lifelong plant breeder with a wealth of experience in seed production, to discuss his travels from China to Thailand.
Plus Peter has news of a revival in green plants but the slowing of sales in bedding plants. And there’s a new poinsettia on the market called Blissful Red, with branches growing upright. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Feb 2020 | Growing Your Own In The Blue Zone | 00:22:12 | |
Peter is joined by Liz Hutson, a nutritional therapist. We get to hear about how gardening can be an aid to good health and get some tips for those who'd like to take their first steps into a gardening fuelled healthier lifestyle. Liz has a website here: https://growinghealthier.co.uk/events/ and the Facebook page she mentions is here: https://www.facebook.com/Growing-for-Health-110278627187532/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||