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Gardening with the RHS

Royal Horticultural Society
Gardening
Horticulture
Biodiversity
Sustainable Gardening
Climate Change
RHS
Houseplants
Sustainability
RHS Garden Wisley
Urban Gardening
Winter Gardening
Soil Health
Pollinators
Fungi
Rhs Urban Show
Community Engagement
Herbs
Garden Design
Composting
Plant Propagation

'Gardening with the RHS' offers seasonal advice, inspiration and practical solutions to gardening problems. Trusted gardening professionals give you the latest horticultural advice, scientific research and tried and tested techniques to bring out the best in your garden. Topics covered include: growing your own vegetables, flowers, garden design, lawn care and gardening with children. Plus expert ... more

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While many garden plants have struggled for survival this summer, one which has truly thrived is the lantana. Horticulturist David Hurrion was one of the judges of last year's lantana trial at RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey, and he joins us to share his... more

Even though it's still August, the signs of autumn are starting to show. False autumn is a survival-driven stress response where trees shed leaves and change colour prematurely due to extreme heat and drought, and you may find yourself doing the autu... more

In a summer of rolling heatwaves, we look at what we can do to help out one of the garden areas most vulnerable to parching - plants in pots. RHS Horticultural Advisor Nick Turrell explains what you can do to keep them alive and thriving as temperatu... more

As we experience one of the most extreme summers on record, how can we help our garden wildlife cope with the heat? RHS Science and Horticulture Editor Olivia Drake explains why ornamental dahlias can be an excellent late summer food source for polli... more

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Recent Guests

Lucie Rudnicka
RHS Horticulturist
RHS Wisley
Episode: Seed collecting, apple pruning, and wildflowers
Nick Turrell
Garden advisor at RHS Wisley
RHS Wisley
Episode: Heatwave survival guide for pots and powdery mildew mayhem
Guy Barter
Chief Horticulturist at RHS Wisley
RHS Wisley
Episode: Heatwave survival guide for pots and powdery mildew mayhem
Jassy Drakulic
Plant pathologist, RHS Wisley Hilltop Lab
RHS Wisley
Episode: Heatwave survival guide for pots and powdery mildew mayhem
Jack Gann
Curator (Where Magic Grows exhibition)
Thackeray Museum of Medicine, Leeds
Episode: Garden wildlife care for heatwaves: dahlias, cinnabar moths, and more
Holly Tomlinson
Young Curator
Thackeray Museum of Medicine, Leeds
Episode: Garden wildlife care for heatwaves: dahlias, cinnabar moths, and more
David Wembridge
From The People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES)
PTES
Episode: Summer SOS: holiday-proof your garden, midsummer planting guide, a giant bug hunt
Catherine MacDonald
Designer of the Royal Legacy Garden
The Royal Legacy Garden project
Episode: RHS Sandringham Flower Show: climate resilient trees, rainwater capture, frogs
David Reynolds
Designer, Linkish upon plants
Linkish upon plants
Episode: RHS Sandringham Flower Show: climate resilient trees, rainwater capture, frogs

Hosts

Gareth Richards
Host of Gardening with the RHS; long-time RHS horticulture communicator.
Guy Barter
Host of Gardening with the RHS; RHS horticulture expert.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Favourite Gardening Podcast

    I’m in Australia in a cool, frost prone soggy corner and honestly this is the best gardening advice for my climate. I listen to episodes from 6 months ago to keep it in season with the antipodes. The only critique is every time they talk about their hot dry summers and cold damp winters I want to shout— PINK CASCADE LEPTOSPERMUMS, HONEY MYRTLE MELALEUCA, AUSSIE BOX WESTRINGIA, CALLISTEMONS!! We’ve been dealing with this hot+dry, cold+soggy climate for 100 years!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jess-478931
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great!

    Love learning about how to improve my garden. So informative and always has great people on the pod! I recommend to everyone at gardening club!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greenfingersandthumbs
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Music over talk

    Have recently discovered this very interesting podcast. Am waaay over here in Oz. The only thing that I have difficulty with is that you put music behind a large percentage of the talk. I have a brain condition which makes the task of separating these. Your music between segments is good but sadly I mightn’t be able to continue. I asked my neurosurgeon said my feelings were quite valid Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Theokate
    Australiaa year ago
  • Very interesting

    Usefull and interesting. But please stop the silly music behind the voices like today with Nick. It makes it difficult to follow. Because of that only 4 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeresOwie
    Netherlandsa year ago
  • Wonderful British Gardening Podcast

    I so appreciate the RHS for the extensive information provided about plants that work all over. As a home gardener in Iowa, I am so inspired by the great British gardeners and have learned so much. This is a favorite.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DeziBears
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the breadth of topics from plant care to design and conservation.
Consistent coverage of Chelsea Flower Show and RHS initiatives is valued.
A highly informative show with practical gardening advice and expert guests.
Some critiques mention music levels and pacing affecting clarity.

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Heatwave survival guide for pots and powdery mildew mayhem
Q: What can I plant in shade?
For shaded areas, choose shade-tolerant plants like vinca minor, mahonias, ferns, and colorful carex grasses, and improve the soil with well-rotted manure or compost before planting in October when moister conditions help establish new plants.
Heatwave survival guide for pots and powdery mildew mayhem
Q: When do I cut my wildflower meadow?
You can start cutting in late July and continue through September; if the meadow is lush, do it gradually (mow with collection off, leave clippings briefly, then remove) so wildlife can escape and seeds can fall back for next year.
A celebration of British blooms
Q: How can gardeners use biennials to bridge seasons?
Georgie suggests sowing biennial seeds now so that they germinate quickly and can be planted out in early autumn, providing winter cover and next year's blooms.
A celebration of British blooms
Q: What are some practical tips for growing sweet peas successfully at home?
Roger outlines sowing times by region, choosing varieties with strong fragrance, using supports like wigwams or canes, and managing aphids with garden predators rather than pesticides.
A celebration of British blooms
Q: What makes British-grown flowers important for the economy and biodiversity?
Georgie explains that locally grown cut flowers boost the economy by keeping money in the community and contribute to biodiversity and pollinator habitats, especially when grown with sustainable practices.

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Seasonal gardening advice, design ideas, and practical how-tos are the core of the show, with a strong focus on sustainable practices, wildlife-friendly gardening, and landscape-scale events. Episodes blend expert horticulture tips from RHS staff and guest designers with on-site show coverage, plant health guidance, and ecosystem-friendly hacks for home gardens. Notable strengths include high-caliber expert guests, timely seasonal topics, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from major flower shows. Listeners are likely seeking actionable gardening techniques, plant care know-how, and inspiration for both small plots and larger garden designs, often with an interest in climate-aware planting and wildlife habitats.

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Recent guests on Gardening with the RHS include:

1. Lucie Rudnicka
2. Nick Turrell
3. Guy Barter
4. Jassy Drakulic
5. Jack Gann
6. Holly Tomlinson
7. David Wembridge
8. Catherine MacDonald

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