Bunny Guinness

Join gardening experts Bob Flowerdew, a grow-your-own guru renowned for his composting skills, Bunny Guinness, a garden designer passionate about pollinator plants, and Matthew Pottage, head of horticulture at the Royal Parks. They dive into creating the perfect compost, propagating raspberries, and selecting resilient plants for dry soil. Insightful tips on indoor gardening for urban spaces are shared, along with the secrets to cultivating climbing roses and other stunning blooms that attract bees. A must-listen for aspiring green thumbs!

Bunny Guinness, a garden designer and regular contributor, joins Marcus Chilton Jones, curator at RHS Garden Bridgewater, and Matthew Wilson, an experienced garden designer. They tackle how to manage pesky red ants with creative solutions like using coffee residue. The discussion shifts to the benefits of rainwater over tap water for gardening and the emotional connection gardeners have with rare daffodils, highlighted by the Daffodil Diaries initiative. They also share tips for staying motivated during inclement weather and practical advice on nurturing various plants.

In this episode, garden designer Bunny Guinness, house plant expert Anne Swithinbank, and expert plantsman Matthew Biggs tackle blueberry dieback and eco-friendly pest solutions. They discuss the joys of creating pollinator gardens and the importance of gardening with kids. A unique segment covers a sensory garden tailored for those with anosmia, highlighting inclusivity in horticulture. Plus, amusing tales of plant theft provide a lighthearted touch, blending humor with the challenges and ethics of gardening.

Bunny Guinness, a garden designer known for her expertise in dry shade, and Dr. Chris Thorogood, a botanist from Oxford, dive into the wonders of Finsbury Circus Gardens. They tackle intriguing questions about plant resilience against shot hole disease and recommend alternatives like Zelkova and Toona sinensis. Listeners will learn about fern life cycles, the moisture contributions of houseplants, and tips for extending perennial longevity. Their conversations reveal both the complexities and joys of urban gardening.

Join Bunny Guinness, a seasoned garden designer, Matthew Wilson, an expert in landscaping, and Marcus Chilton-Jones, curator of RHS Garden Bridgewater, as they dive into sustainable gardening practices. They tackle pressing questions on keeping bonsai trees thriving and moving mature shrub roses. Marcus shares fascinating insights into the history and resilience of Walsall Arboretum's oldest hawthorn tree. The hosts also discuss their favorite plants, revealing personal stories and the deep connections we share with nature.