
BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast
Discover gardening inspiration and advice from your favourite gardening experts with the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine team. Join Monty Don, Alan Titchmarsh, Adam Frost, Frances Tophill, Arit Anderson and others to garden for wildlife and wellness, sow and grow flourishing flowers, immerse in the benefits of nature, get the most from your vegetable plot, successfully use colour in the garden, enjoy the beauty of house plants and much, much more. With Sowalongs and Tea Break Tutorials too, we have your gardening needs covered.This month in the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast - tour a King’s garden with Alan Titchmarsh, enjoy Bridgerton’s floral feasts, visit Griff Rhys-Jones’ formal garden, learn how Adam Frost designs a show garden, create sensational summer borders, peak behind the scenes at the Chelsea Flower Show and discover an award-winning coastal garden.Additionally, you can find advice, chat and information for allotment growing, grow your own flowers, outdoor living, garden design, organic and sustainable ways to tackle pests and solve problems, growing from seed, caring for plants, looking after roses, pruning tips, thrifty/money saving ideas, plant-based eating, preserving and pickling, spending time in nature, winter evergreens, greenhouse knowhow, favourite garden plants, container planting, raised beds, marking a garden look good year round, small garden and tiny spaces, patio gardening, window boxes, supporting urban birds and wildlife, lawn care, hedgerow help, green roofs, biodiversity, benefits of trees, compost and soil health, rewilding, gardening for mental health and wellbeing, gardening for health and fitness, hospital gardens, gardens for healing, green spaces for reflection, plants and trees to aid poor air pollution, taking cuttings, propagating, pruning, plants for free, succeeding with roses, growing soft fruit, tackling weeds organically, growing herbs, planting shrubs, taking hardwood cuttings, caring for houseplants, plants for all seasons, trees for spring blossom, fruit trees, climbing roses, flowering shrubs, coastal gardens, making a show garden, behind the scenes at Chelsea, gardening for time-poor gardeners, allotment life, decoding nature’s secrets, companion planting, the healing power of gardens, gardening with trees, gardening with cancer, downsizing a garden, making a new garden, battling slugs and snails, no mow May, spring bulbs, growing sweet peas, sunflowers, cosmos, nasturtiums, tomatoes, beetroot, dahlias, foxgloves, carrots, parsley, onions, shallots, garlic, cucumbers, chillies, potatoes, beans, French beans and runner beans, cabbage, kale, broccoli, pumpkins, squash, courgettes, spinach, chard, leafy veg, parsnips, strawflowers, Verbascum, basil, echium, rocket, zinnia, camellia, tasty soft fruit, successful wisteria, superfoods, tropical gardens, community gardens, Great Dixter, Knepp.With James Alexander Sinclair, Nick Bailey, Errol Reuben Fernandes, Terry Walton, Rachel de Thame, David Hurrion, Sheila Das, Caroline Quentin, Deliciously Ella, Tristan Gooley, Plant Kween, Nancy Birtwhistle, Matt Biggs, Tom Allen, Ashely Edwards, Joe Lycett, Spicy Moustache, Patrick Gale, Georgina Yates, Griff Rhys Jones, Kate Bradbury, Rekha Mistry, Rich Heathcote, Marchelle Farrell, Tayshan Hayden-Smith, Advolly Richmond, Fergus Garrett, Alistair Griffiths, David Hedges-Gower, John Little, Cel Robertson, Ken Thompson, Charlie Harper, Suzi Turner, Moly Fierheller, Rukmini Iyer, Jamie Johnson, Ingrid Chiu, Ray Mears, Sarah Gerrard-Jones, Jason Williams, Sue Kent, Tom Brown, Sarah Price, Liz Schofield, Kevin Smith, Cat Mansley, Adam Duxbury, Emma Crawforth.
Latest episodes

May 30, 2025 • 10min
Sowalong - Nasturtiums with Matt Biggs
Nasturtiums are easy to grow plants and their cheerful flowers have inspired gardeners of many generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 29, 2025 • 42min
Create a garden that transports you to a different place, with Jo and Andi Butler
Jo and Andi Butler entered the BBC Gardeners' World Magazine Gardens of the Year competition last year. Find out about their experience of entering the competition, winning the coveted People's Choice Award, opening their garden to the public, and what their gardening plans are for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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May 26, 2025 • 45min
Embracing regenerative gardening, with Marian Boswall
Marian Boswall, a leading landscape architect and horticulturist, shares her insights on regenerative gardening and its vital role in combating the climate crisis. She highlights how every garden, big or small, can enhance biodiversity and act as a sanctuary. The conversation covers innovative strategies for cultivating biodiversity, even in small spaces, and the emotional benefits of nurturing a garden. Marian encourages a compassionate connection with our green spaces, reminding us of the therapeutic power of nature and self-kindness.

May 23, 2025 • 8min
Sowalong - Beetroot with Adam Duxbury
One of the easiest vegetables to grow, beetroot is also incredibly versatile to use in the kitchen and it's packed with nutrients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 2025 • 37min
How to succeed with peat-free, with Arit Anderson
As gardeners, we all know the environmental impact of peat, and why we need to stop using it. The challenge is how to garden successfully without using peat. Peat-free composts can be variable and more expensive than peat-based options. But award-winning garden designer and long-time sustainability advocate Arit Anderson has some top tips to help us all grow better without peat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 19, 2025 • 38min
Get Better Yields for Less Effort Through Permaculture, with Huw Richards
What is permaculture, and why is everyone suddenly talking about it? To find out, we spoke with veg-growing YouTuber and author Huw Richards. He shows how it's all about following a handful of simple principles – principles that anyone can apply, even on a balcony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 2025 • 10min
Sowalong - Lettuce with Claire Vennis
Discover the joys of growing lettuce with an array of vibrant varieties to choose from. Get expert tips on sowing, nurturing, and harvesting your own delicious greens while navigating common pests. Plus, find out about an exciting Autumn Fair event filled with activities and promotions, including family-friendly highlights and cleaning solutions. This delightful exploration encourages you to cultivate your own lettuce garden and relish the rewards of fresh produce!

May 15, 2025 • 51min
Show-Stopping Plant Combinations, with Carol Klein
Join renowned plantswoman Carol Klein, a gold medal winner at over 200 RHS shows, as she shares the secrets to creating stunning plant combinations. Discover the art of mixing colors and textures to enhance your garden’s beauty. Carol dives into the best plant choices for heavy clay soil, like astilbies, and showcases how different plants can evoke various scents and textures. She also offers insights on adapting your garden to changing light conditions and encourages playful experimentation with color palettes for eye-catching designs.

May 12, 2025 • 40min
Behind the scenes of Jo Thompson's medal-winning Chelsea Flower Show garden
Join Jo Thompson, a multi-award winning garden designer known for her innovative and compassionate designs, as she shares insights on her stunning Chelsea Flower Show garden. She delves into the theme of second chances, illustrating the transformative power of horticulture in personal lives. Jo also discusses the emotional journey of earning medals, the impact of gardening programs for women in restoration, and how connecting with nature fosters community and healing.

May 9, 2025 • 9min
Sowalong - Courgettes with Catherine Mansley
Catherine Mansley, the digital editor at Gardener's World magazine, shares her passion for gardening, especially with kids. She highlights the joys of growing courgettes, detailing the fun and challenges faced during the process. Catherine recounts personal stories of nurturing seedlings and battling pests, while also discussing how to inspire kids to eat more vegetables. Her witty anecdotes make the gardening journey relatable and entertaining for families looking to bond while getting their hands dirty.