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Roots and All - Gardening Podcast

Sarah Wilson
Sustainable Gardening
Garlic
Edible Flowers
Horticulture
Cooking
Garden Design
Culinary Use Of Flowers
Mental Health
Gardening
Organic Farming
Climate Crisis
Biodiversity
Tulipa Historica
Show Gardens
Sustainability
Environmental Consciousness
Herbs
Planting Design
Naturalistic Planting
Ecology

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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Nicolas Salazar Soudil
Chilean British environmentalist and co-founder of Guardians Worldwide
Guardians Worldwide
Episode: Episode 359: Hard Landscapes, Living Systems
Stephanie Mahon
Editor of Gardens Illustrated, involved in garden publishing for years
Gardens Illustrated
Episode: Episode 358: Inside The New Beautiful
Luke Coleman
Founder of Luke Coleman Gardens, known for bold climate-resilient gardens
Luke Coleman Gardens
Episode: Designing for Wild Futures
Shannon Jade
Environmental scientist and author
Episode: Episode 356: Poetry for the Planet
Dr. Linda Joy Birkin
Dynamic entomologist and wildlife gardener
Episode: Episode 355: Turn Up The Wild
Andrew Fisher Tomlin
Acclaimed garden designer and author
Author of The Modern Professional Planting Designer
Episode: Episode 354: Modern Planting Design
Paulette Whitney
A grower, cook, and author of Broccoli and Other Love Stories.
Provenance Growers
Episode: Episode 353: Tasmanian Roots and Flavours
Ali Morse
Water Policy Manager at The Wildlife Trusts
The Wildlife Trusts
Episode: Peat, Politics and Horticulture
Olga Evans
Co-founder of the Forest Bathing Institute and author of Exploring the Science Behind Nature's Healing Power.
Forest Bathing Institute
Episode: Episode 348: A Forest Fix

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Sarah Wilson
Host and horticulturist with a focus on providing practical gardening advice and insider knowledge. Sarah engages with a variety of experts in the field to explore the intricacies of gardening, sustainability, and plant care.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 429 ratings
  • Brilliant

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh in Brentford
    United Kingdom6 days 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 Kingdom6 months 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 Kingdom6 months 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 Kingdom7 months ago
  • Always inspiring

    This podcast is well presented and always has interesting guests. Hope your health improves, Sarah, so that you can continue with this worthwhile work. Wishing you well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Englishrose-red
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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The podcast is praised for covering a wide range of gardening topics, making it suitable for both new and seasoned gardeners.
The host's approach is considered both informative and uplifting, often inspiring listeners to connect more deeply with gardening.
Listeners appreciate the practical, down-to-earth advice and engaging interviews with experts.
Many highlight the absence of advertising as a positive feature, enhancing the listening experience.

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Episode 359: Hard Landscapes, Living Systems
Q: Can you speak about the effects of extraction like mining and fracking?
These extraction processes are major contributors to climate change due to the carbon emissions they release.
Episode 358: Inside The New Beautiful
Q: Do you have a personal favorite or favorites that are featured in the book?
I'm particularly fond of Birch Farm and Peter Korn's Tinted Track Garden, both showcasing innovative and boundary-pushing ideas.
Episode 358: Inside The New Beautiful
Q: What is a resilient garden?
A resilient garden is one which has suitable planting for the soil and conditions it's in, making it more likely to survive and adapt to climate uncertainties.
Episode 356: Poetry for the Planet
Q: Do you think we're ready for that level of change?
I hope so. I think that there's definitely variation within that.
Episode 356: Poetry for the Planet
Q: How much is the book autobiographical? Did you travel to these places?
No, not at all. I'd love to see these places, but no.

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Focused on practical gardening tips and innovative approaches to nurture outdoor spaces, this podcast features engaging conversations with experts from the gardening community. It covers a wide range of topics including sustainable practices, plant care, and the personal stories of those connected with gardening. The unique perspective of the irreverent horticulturist hosting the show allows for an approachable take on potentially complex issues, often contrasting traditional gardening methods with modern trends. Listeners are likely to appreciate the emphasis on environmentally friendly practices and personal growth through gardening as well as the insights shared by guests who have diverse backgrounds in horticulture, conservation, and cu... more

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3. Luke Coleman
4. Shannon Jade
5. Dr. Linda Joy Birkin
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