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Gardeners' Question Time

BBC Radio 4
Gardening
Horticulture
Composting
Houseplants
Wildflowers
Plants
Foliage
Lavender
Climate Change
Rose
Plum Moth
Community Gardening
Biodiversity
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Rutland Flower Show
Roses
Sculpture
Compost
Horniman Museum and Gardens
Daffodils

A panel of horticultural experts answer gardening questions from a live audience. Recorded in a different location each week

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Latest Episodes

Gardeners’ Question Time visits the stunning Springfields Festival Gardens in Spalding, 15 acres of beautifully designed and diverse planting, created for visitors of all ages to explore and enjoy.

Peter Gibbs is joined by a panel of horticultural e... more

Kathy Clugston and the panel are in Edgbaston at the University of Birmingham’s beautiful Winterbourne House and Garden, an Arts and Crafts era gem packed with horticultural interest.

Joining Kathy to answer questions from a keen audience of local g... more

In this special episode, Kathy Clugston and Peter Gibbs dip into the archives to celebrate the life and work of Matthew Biggs.

Matt spent four decades doing what he loved most - sharing his extraordinary knowledge of the natural world with anyone w... more

Peter Gibbs and the GQT panel visit the Queen Elizabeth II Garden in Regent’s Park, London, tackling gardening challenges in tough conditions.

Pippa Greenwood, Matthew Pottage, Bunny Guinness and Head Gardener of Regents Park Fiona Packe answer ques... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Titchmarsh
Former GQT panellist and friend of Matt Biggs
Episode: From the Archives: A Tribute to Matthew Biggs
Hardip Singh
Therapist for Hillingdon Mind specializing in horticultural therapy
Hillingdon Mind
Episode: Harmondsworth - Citrus, Geums and Patio Planting
Bill Bailey
Celebrity guest questioner
Celebrity
Episode: RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - At the Bandstand
Frances Tophill
Chelsea Flower Show designer
Chelsea Flower Show / RHS
Episode: Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Postbag
Janice Molyneux
Designer of Sightsavers Garden
Sightsavers Garden
Episode: Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Postbag
Sarah Fisher
Designer of Sightsavers Garden
Sightsavers Garden
Episode: Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Postbag
Patrick Clarke
Designer of The Children's Society Garden
Children's Society Garden
Episode: Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Postbag
Katarina Cantalus
Designer on balcony garden segment
A Little Garden of Shared Knowledge
Episode: Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Postbag
Pippa Greenwood
Pest and disease expert
Horticultural community
Episode: Serge Hill Project

Hosts

Peter Gibbs
Host of Gardeners' Question Time (longstanding presenter)
Kathy Clugston
Host of Gardeners' Question Time with a wide range of presenting credits

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
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    I live on earth πŸ€“
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Can’t stand the new panelist’s voice

    Used to love listening to this podcast, but the accent and squeaky peppy pitch of the new panelist is awful to listen to. I’m sure she is a lovely person, but this is not a pleasant voice to listen to….not a voice for the radio and we can’t stand to listen any longer

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    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Adelaide Listener

    Love this show but not with Kathy clugston as chair. Peter Gibbs is just so much more professional & easy on the ear. Looks like now we are to be deprived of all old episodes sadly for the sake of the big dollar - or should I say pound!

    So DETEST the adverts!

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    Theokate
    Australia6 months ago
  • Interesting

    I love listening to all the professionals talk and give answer to the questions given to them , they make gardening a joy even when listening in the dark of winter when there’s not much doing outdoors

    Apple Podcasts
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    lucky for some
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Adelaide Listener

    Love this show but not with Kathy clugston as chair. Peter Gibbs is just so much more professional & easy on the ear. Looks like now we are to be deprived of all old episodes sadly for the sake of the big dollar - or should I say pound!

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    Theokate
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners note changes in panelists or pace, but still find value in the practical guidance and humor.
Listener feedback consistently praises the show's practical tips and calm, friendly banter.
Audiences enjoy the mix of expert advice and approachable garden storytelling.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Postbag
Q: What ferns can I grow that are non-invasive, safe to grow near the house and will give year-round foliage?
The panel suggests robust choices like Hollis-Nike and Setiferum ferns, pairing them with color through Digitalis 'Sutton's Apricot' and using dark-leaved companions to create contrast while keeping the planting composition gentle and easy to manage.
Postbag Edition: Mary Berry's House
Q: Should I prune my apple tree now or later if I want to maintain an open-centered shape?
Prune lightly to encourage side shoots after removing the top to maintain an open center; you should select a few strong future branches and train them, keeping the middle airy for good airflow and fruit quality.
Hertfordshire
Q: Bob, any tips for making soil health and watering easier for an allotment group?
Adopt no-dig principles, grow legumes to replenish nitrogen, and let root systems decompose to restore soil structure; keep the beds fixed to avoid soil compaction and improve year-round maintenance.
Hertfordshire
Q: Juliet, what do you think might be going on here?
Likely the greenhouse environment is artificial and requires careful watering and soil nutrients management to avoid rapid depletion, whereas outdoor conditions allow natural replenishment.
Chaldon
Q: Why are my brussels sprouts always small?
You might want to plant them smaller and also consider using nematodes for slugs, and ensure the soil is well-firmed.

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A long-running gardening panel answers live audience questions with practical, hands-on horticulture advice. Episodes mix how-to guidance on plants, pests, and garden design with behind-the-scenes stories, showcasing a diverse range of experts and guest voices. Notable is the strong emphasis on actionable tips for real-world gardens, plus occasional wellness and community angles that broaden the show's appeal to hobbyists, urban gardeners, and seasoned cultivators alike. Viewers may find the mix of traditional horticulture knowledge, regional insights, and occasional celebrity or notable guest appearances uniquely engaging, with a warm, conversational vibe that remains informative rather than lecture-like.

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Gardeners' Question Time launched 17 years ago and published 87 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Gardeners' Question Time include:

1. Alan Titchmarsh
2. Hardip Singh
3. Bill Bailey
4. Frances Tophill
5. Janice Molyneux
6. Sarah Fisher
7. Patrick Clarke
8. Katarina Cantalus

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