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Roots and All - Gardening Podcast

Sarah Wilson
Gardening
Biodiversity
Sustainability
Sustainable Gardening
Horticulture
Climate Change
Nature
Mental Health
Garden Design
Wildlife Gardening
Permaculture
Climate Crisis
Community Gardening
Planting Design
Rewilding
Wildlife-Friendly Landscaping
Japanese Gardens
Kitchen Gardening
Mental Well-Being
Walking

Do you want to know how to grow plants and get the best out of your outdoor space? Do you find traditional gardening media baffling and/or boring? Then you're in the right place, because the Roots and All podcast is here to dig deep into how to create a successful garden. If you want honest information and insider knowledge about how to get results, join irreverent horticulturist Sarah Wilson as s... more

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Could the secret to better health be sitting in a simple jar on your kitchen counter? Today I'm joined by food writer and fermentation expert Rachel de Thample to explore how fermentation can rewild the gut microbiome, preserve the seasons, and prove... more

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The biggest changes in how we care for nature might start just outside our front door. This episode, I'm joined by adventurer and author Alastair Humphreys to discuss his latest book, Unwilding, and explore why reconnecting with the natural world is ... more

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What if the plants around us are carrying stories we've forgotten? This week, I'm joined once again by Amanda Edmiston of Botanica Fabula to explore her latest book, a rich blend of folklore, social history and the enduring stories of plants. We talk... more

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What if the biggest barriers to experiencing nature aren't natural at all? Today, I'm joined by author, poet and disability activist Bethany Handley to explore accessibility, belonging, and how redesigning our landscapes could create richer places fo... more

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Recent Guests

Alastair Humphreys
Adventurer and author of Unwilding
Author, Adventurer
Episode: Episode 395: Small Actions, Big Change
Amanda Edmiston
Author, Botanica Fabula
Botanica Fabula
Episode: Episode 394: Keeping Plant Stories Alive
Bethany Handley
Author, poet, and disability activist
Author of My Body is a Meadow
Episode: Episode 393: My Body is a Meadow
Charlie Harpur
Head gardener at Knepp Rewilding Project
Knepp Estate
Episode: Episode 392: Knepp's Rewilded Garden
Benny Hawksbee
Insect of the Week presenter
Roots and All Podcast
Episode: Episode 392: Knepp's Rewilded Garden
Sue Mabberley
Gardener and conservationist; resident of Nantibeth in the Black Mountains
Nantibeth garden
Episode: Episode 391: Letting the Wild In
Martha Krempel
Chelsea Gardens designer championing peatland restoration
Chelsea Flower Show / Chelsea Gardens
Episode: Episode 390: Gardens with a Cause
Tina Worboys
Chelsea Gardens designer focusing on dementia awareness and plant storytelling
Chelsea Flower Show / Alzheimer's Society project garden
Episode: Episode 390: Gardens with a Cause
Robert Ashton
Author of Down to Earth, focused on soil, farming, and the human relationship with land
Author
Episode: Episode 389: Down to Earth

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Sarah Wilson
Host of the gardening-focused show with a practical, down-to-earth interviewing style.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 446 ratings
  • Full of useful information

    One of the best gardening and nature podcasts. Great topics with a host focused on learning from her excellent guests. The topics are focused on the changing world and the best practices smart people are undertaking to make our gardens beautiful, resilient and humane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Inspectre
    United States6 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Interesting and informative pod that explored the traditional and non-traditional aspects of horticulture

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh in Brentford
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Space for learning

    I really appreciate how the host gives us space to hear the guests and their various forms of specialist knowledge. Accessible and humble, but expert too. Such a great podcast, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Space for learning
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Probably the best podcast in the world

    I’m a gardener and therefore acknowledge perhaps a touch of bias, but this is the best b podcast I’ve encountered… and no advertising, for which I’m so grateful (you can donate, and who wouldn’t want to?).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Padmakumāra
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A fab find 💚

    It’s hard to find good podcasts. But this is definitely one of them. I love the host’s gentle, informed way of interviewing, and she invites a great array of guests/experts. A firm favourite!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lozeh1983
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners praise the host's approachable, knowledgeable style and guest diversity.
Episodes are consistently informative and actionable for real gardens.
Many comments note the show's lack of heavy advertising and genuine educational value.
Audience engagement is high due to thoughtful topic choices and expert insights.

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Episode 394: Keeping Plant Stories Alive
Q: What inspired the book's non-traditional structure and genre-defying approach?
Publishers wanted a clear genre, but my experience as a storyteller and the way I layer folklore with practical plant knowledge naturally led to a versatile, multi-genre work that resists simple classification.
Episode 394: Keeping Plant Stories Alive
Q: Can you describe your book in a single sentence given its multi-layered nature?
The best description is that I am a professional storyteller with a strong foundation in herbal medicine, weaving folklore, recipes, and social history into a narrative that invites readers to travel through time with plants.
Episode 395: Small Actions, Big Change
Q: What have you got planned for the future?
He shares that he currently has no concrete writing project lined up, enjoys newsletters as a vehicle for communication, and is considering new directions beyond book publishing, including potentially a litter-focused podcast.
Episode 395: Small Actions, Big Change
Q: Are you happy to go into briefly what your five battles involve?
Humphreys explains that after feeling overwhelmed by global environmental issues, he listed five manageable problems he could influence locally, then brainstormed practical, realistic solutions for each, resulting in five positive actions that are sustainable and personally meaningful.
Episode 390: Gardens with a Cause
Q: With the apple trees, did you pick any in particular to include in the garden?
I worked with local orchards and growers to select an apple mix that offered both aesthetic blossom and practical use for cider vinegar, balancing beauty with a story about digestion and microbiome health.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roots and All

What is Roots and All about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical, experience-driven gardening and landscape topics, with a strong emphasis on ecological thinking, biodiversity, and sustainable design. Episodes frequently feature garden designers, horticultural experts, scientists, and writers who share actionable tips—ranging from low-maintenance garden strategies and water-wise practices to urban greening, wildlife-friendly planting, and renaturing concepts. Across seasons, the host guides conversations with clarity and curiosity, often weaving in personal stories to contextualize advice and spotlight innovative approaches like rewilding, micro-habitat creation, and community-oriented garden projects. A notable strength is the blend of accessible guidance for hobbyists and... more

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1. Alastair Humphreys
2. Amanda Edmiston
3. Bethany Handley
4. Charlie Harpur
5. Benny Hawksbee
6. Sue Mabberley
7. Martha Krempel
8. Tina Worboys

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