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Roots and Shoots

ABC listen
Gardening
Climate Change
Fig Trees
Perth
Urban Gardens
Citrus Gall Wasp
Salvia
Silver Princess
Agriculture
Macadamia Tree
Passion Fruit
Wicking Beds
Pruning
Potato
Gardening Techniques
ABC Radio Perth
Drought
Ringtail Possums
Plant Growth
Oxalis

Hilarious gardening expert Sabrina Hahn answers all your gardening questions big and small. Roots and Shoots is the gardening program for green thumbs and non-gardeners. Join the program live on ABC Radio Perth twice a week.

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Latest Episodes

Amber and Sabrina delve into the nutty world of macadamias, pot preference and planting tiny tuart trees.

6:25 How can I convince my macadamia tree to provide more nuts?

30:50 Terracotta vs plastic pots

36:38 How to give baby tuarts the best sta... more

Jo and Sab cover surfing, spider eggs and the changing of seasons.

04:47 Why is your rhubarb still scrawny?

09:15 If moths and armyworms are destroying your lawn, here's how to help.

15:35 Tips on what lawn to plant.

The hilarious Sabrina Hah... more

The gardening program for gardeners and non-gardeners

Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720

Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen Ap... more

Jo and Sab cover theatre buffs, green thumbs and more.

07:02 If you had a bumper crop of mangoes one year, what can you expect for the following year?

10:10 What could be eating your foliage in the middle of the night?

19:46 Ways to use pantyho... more

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Recent Guests

Dean Arthurell
Conservationist affiliated with Carnaby Crusaders
Carnaby Crusaders
Episode: Carnaby cockatoos are on the brink of extinction, but you can help
Mia Townsend
A member of the Dieback Working Group discussing dieback control
Dieback Working Group
Episode: What's the latest on dieback spread in WA?
Suzy Parravicini
CEO of Araluen Botanic Park
Araluen Botanic Park
Episode: How to brew a steamin' big bucket of weedy tea for your garden (not for you!)
Dean Huxley
Director of Operations at WAWildlife Hospital
WAWildlife Hospital
Episode: Can I speed up the breakdown of leaves in my garden beds?
Larry Hegarty
Expert on potato cultivation
Blue Moon Potatoes
Episode: Why you should try growing different potato varieties
Michael Bradley
Designer of wicking beds and expert on water conservation for gardening.
Water Ups
Episode: Advantages of a 'wicking' bed in your garden
Nick Cook
Chair of the WA Tree Canopy Advocates
WA Tree Canopy Advocates
Episode: Treating your garden to a compost cocktail of cow poo and coffee

Hosts

Amber
Co-host and gardening expert known for engaging listeners with humor and practical advice.
Sabrina Hahn
Gardening expert and co-host with a vibrant personality, sharing gardening wisdom and funny anecdotes.
Michael Tetlow
Host and gardening enthusiast, providing listeners with valuable tips and humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • Love These Ladies

    Informative and hilarious, gardening fun and it makes my Saturday!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Candy Waters
    Australiaa month ago
  • Five stars

    Love the show listening from Penrith NSW

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redmuff88
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love listening to the show.

    My day isn’t the same if I can’t listen in to ABC Perth’s Roots and Shoots. I binge listen to the show while gardening at home and during the week in the vineyard at work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chatterbox137
    Australia6 months ago
  • Love Sabrina!

    Best podcast ever! Sabrina is knowledgeable and funny! Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B_A_M1995.
    Australia6 months ago
  • Best Gardening Podcast

    I love listening and laughing along with Amber and Sabrina.

    Love the Caterpillar clinching episode, so many laughs and lots of useful gardening tips.

    Thanks Ladies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katstellalolly
    Australia7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback highlights the practicality and usefulness of the gardening tips discussed, resonating well with everyday gardening challenges.
Many reviews comment on the hosts' ability to blend knowledge with laughter, creating a joyful and educational experience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging banter and humor, making gardening accessible and entertaining.
Listeners express that the podcast feels like a community, with an approachable atmosphere encouraging participation and learning.

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How to grow a nutty feast for hungry cockatoos
Q: Are ants on citrus trees good or bad?
Ants are bad because they are after milking the aphids or the scale, so you should deal with those pests.
How to grow a nutty feast for hungry cockatoos
Q: Can I repot a 35-year-old plant and how?
You need to manage carefully as you may have to cut the pot away and slip a new pot underneath with fresh soil.
How to grow a nutty feast for hungry cockatoos
Q: What can I do if my macadamia tree is not producing nuts?
You should plant another macadamia tree for better cross-pollination, and consider introducing almonds as interim feed for the cockatoos.
Pruning a 40-year-old feijoa tree
Q: How hard can I downsize my feijoa trees?
You can stage the pruning by cutting back a third this year, then 50% next year.
Pruning a 40-year-old feijoa tree
Q: What can people do to help endangered cockatoos?
Plant banksia species and nut trees that offer high protein food for the birds.

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This engaging podcast blends horticulture with humor, featuring lively discussions on gardening topics that are relevant to both experienced gardeners and novices alike. The hosts frequently address listener questions, offering practical tips on plant care, pest management, and the many joys of cultivating gardens. Episodes include personal anecdotes, light-hearted banter, and expert insights, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages audience participation. The engaging nature of the podcast, combined with its informative content, makes it an appealing choice for anyone looking to enhance their gardening knowledge while enjoying some laughs.

Noteworthy is the interactive format where listeners' queries are not only welcomed ... more

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