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The Plant Based Podcast

Michael Perry & Ellen Mary
Gardening
Horticulture
Sugar
Slavery
Bees
Well-Being
Pollination
Rhs Malvern Spring Festival
Community Gardening
Arit Anderson
Sustainability
Terrariums
Food History
Plant Systematics and Evolution
Biodiversity
Fashion
Career Change
Mushrooms
Garden Folk Magazine
Cannabis

More people than ever are appreciating the importance of plants in our day to day lives. Whether it's a plant-based diet, clothes made from plants, the wellbeing qualities of plants, or simply a fun shelf of cacti and succulents! The Plant Based Podcast is about anything that can be traced back to plants… with subjects ranging from foraging for medicinal plants and baking with edible flowers, to p... more

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In this episode Ellen and Michael are joined by Gwen Hines, CEO of Plant Heritage — a charity dedicated to saving the UK's garden plants from being lost forever. From rare roses to forgotten fuchsias, they're on a mission to protect the incredible di... more

Welcome to today's episode, where we'll be diving into a topic that's been a hot topic for the UK horticultural industry—the EU Reset, announced in 2025. In this episode, we're joined by Sally Cullimore and Jennifer Pheasey from the Horticultural Tra... more

This episode is all about trees, with the ultimate tree experts in UK - Frank P Matthews. Fresh from their first exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, we have Steph Dunn-James, director of the company to talk us through why there could be a tree fo... more

Sarah Campbell isn't just known for magnificent floral designs and installations but also for always smiling! After appearing on the Netflix show 'The Big Flower Fight', Sarah has grown her event design business along with teaching the art of creatin... more

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Recent Guests

Sally Cullimore
Technical and Trade Policy Manager at HTA
Horticultural Trades Association
Episode: What does the EU reset mean for the horticultural industry in the UK, with The Horticultural Trades Association
Jennifer Pheasey
Director of Policy and Public Affairs at HTA
Horticultural Trades Association
Episode: What does the EU reset mean for the horticultural industry in the UK, with The Horticultural Trades Association
Sarah Campbell
Floral designer known for her exquisite floral installations and a contestant on The Big Flower Fight.
Intrigue Designs
Episode: The Art of Floral Design with Sarah Campbell of Intrigue Designs
Leo Slingerland
Expert hydrangea breeder
Living Creations
Episode: Hydrangea breeding with Leo Slingerland from the Living Creations breeding program.
James Wylie
Project curator at V & A Dundee
V & A Dundee
Episode: The Plant Based Podcast S18 Bonus - Garden Futures: Designing with Nature with curator, James Wylie from the V & A Dundee
Hayley Stephens
Owner of Mint Plants, focusing on cacti and succulents.
Mint Plants
Episode: The Plant Based Podcast S18 E06 - Rescuing Cacti and Succulents with Hayley from Mint Plants
Leif Starkey
Botanical horticulturist at Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens
Episode: The Plant Based Podcast S18 Bonus - The lowdown on the smelliest plant in the world at Kew Gardens
Katy Terry
Owner of Good Grounding, a garden design business.
Good Grounding
Episode: The Plant Based Podcast S18 Bonus - RHS Chelseas Flower Show 2025 Special
Duncan Hall
Garden designer at Burton Hall Garden Design.
Burton Hall Garden Design
Episode: The Plant Based Podcast S18 Bonus - RHS Chelseas Flower Show 2025 Special

Hosts

Michael
Co-host of the show, discussing a variety of plant-related topics and hosting episodes.
Ellen Mary
Co-host interacting with Michael, bringing insights into various horticultural topics and guests' experiences.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • Loving the Podcast!

    Espesh love the latest ep with the New Build Manifesto! It’s a really inspiring listen! Can’t wait to see Andrew’s New Build design at the Harrogate Show! :) :)

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    amanda 1602
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • New Builds finally have their day!

    The New Build Manifesto episode is simply brilliant, really simple ideas distilled down to stuff that feels really practical! The best episode yet! Thanks for sharing this, really really important stuff and would love to hear more from Andrew, really down to earth and relatable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam23545
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Wish it were better

    The subject is really interesting, wish i could bare to listen to it. Good for lonely people looking for virtual buddies to fill in the silence.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Melle mmmff.
    Canada4 years ago
  • All about honeybees

    Hello I would love to be on your podcast. Something a little different. I have developed a rather unique beehive nest box beehive. And system of beekeeping. Developed primarily for my own investigation of honeybees I have evolved a system like no other. Resulting in bees that are less stressed. Thus happier and healthier. Hope to hear from you soon. Kevin. the GARDENERSBEEHIVE guy Gardenersbeehive.com

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the big fly in
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • i like this

    Podchaser
    5
    vilmaytoyo
    4 years ago

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Many reviews commend the accessibility of the content, making it enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned plant lovers.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and lively discussions about plants and gardening, often highlighting the hosts' infectious enthusiasm.
There are mentions of the podcast providing valuable insights into sustainable practices, plant care, and the emotional benefits of gardening.
Some listeners express concerns about sound quality or seek more depth in certain episodes, indicating a desire for improved production values.

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The Art of Floral Design with Sarah Campbell of Intrigue Designs
Q: What was the wildest thing that happened behind the scenes
Behind the scenes was where the real show went down. We all enjoyed it, and when someone's design was in trouble, we helped each other out.
The Art of Floral Design with Sarah Campbell of Intrigue Designs
Q: How did you find London? How did you find the exhibition?
I loved London. It was my first international experience, and I fell in love with Borough Market and the London countryside.
Hydrangea breeding with Leo Slingerland from the Living Creations breeding program.
Q: What are you currently focusing on in your breeding process?
He is focusing on creating compact hydrangea varieties suitable for smaller gardens and terraces.
Hydrangea breeding with Leo Slingerland from the Living Creations breeding program.
Q: What makes you excited about breeding hydrangeas?
Slingerland expresses excitement about the uniqueness and surprises each new variety might bring, especially when breaking the norms.
Hydrangea breeding with Leo Slingerland from the Living Creations breeding program.
Q: Can you tell me about your background before this?
Leo Slingerland worked for 41 years at Wageningen University as a research assistant before joining Living Creations to breed hydrangeas.

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This podcast explores the multifaceted relationship between humans and plants, presenting a lively mix of topics connected to the importance of plants in daily life. Episodes cover a variety of themes including plant-based diets, the emotional and physical wellbeing provided by plants, innovative gardening techniques, sustainability, and creative uses of plant materials in fashion and other sectors. With engaging discussions featuring industry experts and practical advice, the content appeals to both seasoned plant enthusiasts and novices alike. A unique aspect of this show is its focus on a broader interpretation of plant-related topics, from foraging to food and beyond, making it a refreshing alternative in the podcast landscape.

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Recent guests on The Plant Based Podcast include:

1. Sally Cullimore
2. Jennifer Pheasey
3. Sarah Campbell
4. Leo Slingerland
5. James Wylie
6. Hayley Stephens
7. Leif Starkey
8. Katy Terry

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