Gardening with the RHS

We have exclusive interviews with a selection of the internationally-renowned designers who have created Chelsea gardens this year, as RHS Director General Sue Biggs introduces a programme that celebrates the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2013. Our Centenary special features: • Inspirational insights, tips and techniques, and ideas for your garden at home • Award-medal winning designers Jinny Blom, Christopher Bradley-Hole, Adam Frost, Ulf Nordfjel and Roger Platts • We reveal surprising edible plants, like hostas and ferns! • Plants for night scent Also includes: • Sustainability and wildlife • Family gardens • Growing your own fruit and vegetables • Ideas for small spaces and containers Whether you have a country cottage, a suburban semi-detached or a few containers on a window ledge, there’s something in this Chelsea Flower show special to inspire everyone who loves their garden...

Award-winning writer Nigel Colborn joins RHS experts to discuss how to introduce year round scent in your garden, including unusual plants, trees, foliage and flowers. Also: - As the Centenary of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show fast approaches, Chair of Judges Jekka McVicar explains the secrets to winning a coveted gold medal for a plant display at the prestigious RHS flower shows. - Expert seasonal advice from the team at RHS Wisley, including how to tell when the risk of frost has passed.

This special edition of the RHS Gardening Podcast celebrates 100 years of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. RHS Director General Sue Biggs introduces a programme that explores the history of The Chelsea Flower Show, including: - Memorable moments from Alan Titchmarsh, Jekka McVikka and more - Win tickets for Chelsea 2014 - What it takes to put on the greatest flower show in the world - What you can expect from this year's Centenary celebrations - Experts including designer James Alexander-Sinclair, RHS Historian Brent Elliot, and plantsman Matthew Biggs - RHS Council members and Chelsea Gold Medalists tell us why Chelsea is so important Look out for Part 2 of our RHS Chelsea Flower Show Centenary special on Tuesday May 21.

We celebrate Britain in Bloom and the RHS Edible Britain Campaign, which aims to help build more than 2,000 edible gardens in public spaces around the country. How can you get involved? We talk to Edible Britain’s ambassador, chef Raymond Blanc, and get growing advice for beginners. Seasonal advice by RHS experts includes: - garden pests - fighting Lily Beetle - wildflowers for containers - restricting rampaging bamboo - choosing climbers for scent

In this engaging conversation, Matthew Biggs, a seasoned plantsman, and Ian Le Gros, the dedicated curator of RHS Garden Hyde Hall, take listeners on a vivid exploration of this iconic garden. They share invaluable Grow Your Own tips for new gardeners, discuss essential rose care techniques, and reveal effective strategies for weed control. Matthew also highlights the latest events across RHS gardens, making it clear that there's always something blooming and exciting to discover in the world of gardening.

Join plantsman Matthew Biggs, a guru in growing home fruits and veggies, as he shares his top tips for planting reliable varieties that guarantee a bountiful first crop. Discover how to engage your family during National Gardening Week and hear from the RHS Advisory Team answering burning questions at the Great London Plant Fair. Plus, explore secrets to cultivating towering sunflowers and get insights on nurturing beautiful daffodils for a vibrant garden this spring!

Andrew Simons, an orchid expert from McBean's Orchids, shares his extensive knowledge of cymbidium orchids, debunking myths and explaining their unique care requirements. The conversation delves into the vibrancy of the London Plant and Design Show, showcasing stunning snowdrops and irises while offering tips for nurturing spring blooms like lilies and tulips. Listeners also gain valuable insights on essential spring lawn care tasks and the importance of keeping gardening tools sharp for a thriving garden.

Join Lee Hunt, Principal Horticultural Advisor at Wisley, as he shares insider tips on growing the perfect potatoes and the art of cultivating strawberries that bear fruit all summer long. Discover the surprising benefits of slugs in your garden and learn about easy wildflower planting to attract bees and butterflies. Lee also highlights vibrant flowers to see at Wisley this March. With practical advice for aspiring gardeners, there’s plenty to inspire your green thumb!

Join horticultural experts Leigh Hunt and Rebecca Mealey from the RHS as they tackle your most pressing gardening dilemmas. Discover how to deal with clematis and climbing roses and learn ways to prevent common issues like honey fungus and tree bleeding post-pruning. They share tips on selecting unique tomato varieties and thriving camellias, including soil testing for optimal growth. With practical advice on foolproof wisteria pruning and propagating summer crops, your garden will flourish in no time!