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Matthew Wilson

Visionary garden designer and horticultural expert.

Top 5 podcasts with Matthew Wilson

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Feb 21, 2025 • 42min

Walsall: Rainwater v Tap Water, Caffeinated Ants and Daffodil Diaries

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.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 43min

Crossed Wires Podcast Festival: Back to Basics

Join botanist and houseplant expert James Wong, award-winning garden designer Matthew Wilson, and alpine plant specialist Bethan Collerton as they dive into the essential skills of gardening. They share insights on health and safety in the garden and how to combat common woes like slug infestations. James highlights easy-to-grow plants from Sheffield’s Winter Garden, perfect for novices. The panel also discusses overrated plants and their diverse preferences, all while maintaining a light-hearted and engaging atmosphere.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 43min

Walsall Arboretum: Bonsai Trees, Shrub Roses & Favourite Plants

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.
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Aug 8, 2025 • 43min

Summer Garden Party

Join horticultural experts Matthew Pottage, RHS head gardener; Bunny Guinness and Matthew Wilson, visionary garden designers; and Bob Flowerdew, the king of edibles, as they dive into a vibrant garden party atmosphere. They share essential gardening tips, including tricks for maintaining healthy plants during drought and insights on transplanting palms. The conversation turns whimsical with dark humor, exploring playful garden murder mysteries and innovative planting techniques. Listen for clever anecdotes and practical advice to enhance your gardening journey!
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May 16, 2025 • 43min

From the Archives: Foliage Frenzy

In this engaging discussion, Matthew Wilson, a horticulturalist and garden designer, teams up with Chris Potts, owner of Sienna Hostas nursery. They delve into the secrets of creating vibrant foliage borders using resilient plants like euonymus and hostas. Matthew provides key tips for winterizing banana plants while exploring common gardening challenges like slug control. Chris shares his expert methods for keeping hostas pest-free. Whether you're nurturing a floral masterpiece or facing foliage troubles, their advice is practical and tailored for every gardener.

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