ABC Adelaide's Talkback Gardening

When winter arrives, the tendency could be to simply survive the cold, wet months. But, Sophie Thomson from ABC Talkback Gardening is committed to colour.

Urban Zoologist, James Smith, an urban zoologist, knows a thing or two about possums and how to keep your garden attracting the wildlife you actually want to stay. 

This time of year bare-rooted roses are readily available in South Australian garden centres. But what does it take to create a rose, produce a new rose variety and have it be available to the public?

Everyone wants their fruit to thrive, but what does it take to prepare your plants and nurture bare-rooted fruit trees? Sam Luke from Balhannah Nurseries shares his tips.  

It's a week into winter, and South Australian garden centres are packed with deciduous trees and stone fruits ready to be transplanted in your home garden.

Open Gardens SA is a scheme that enables everyday home gardeners the opportunity to experience private gardens throughout the state, seek inspiration and enjoy nature.

Many home gardeners and beginners alike are looking to propagate their own plants as a way of reducing cost, with the cost of living continuing to bite. For many, the process can seem a little daunting, but with the right advice, tips and tricks, it can be a fun and rewarding experience. 

During last week's episode of the Talkback Gardening program, Keith from Enfield rang in, very concerned about the work his neighbour had done on his tree. Sophie Thompson recommended he call up an arborist, so 891's Deb Tribe did just that!

Here to answer all your burning questions about gardening, greenery and keeping a lush lawn, Gardening Australia's Sophie Thomson join's 891's Deb Tribe ahead of mothers day. Join the program to ask Sophie a question next Saturday from 9am.

International Compost Awareness Week is shining a light on the role compost plays in building healthier soils and reducing organic waste.

Award-winning Rosarian, Rose Judge and President of the Rose Society of SA Gavin Woods, shared his expertise on ABC Talkback Gardening with Deb Tribe and Sophie Thomson.

Sara Mitchell from Diggers Club is resourceful & enthusiastic when it comes to growing food. On ABC Talkback Gardening she shares how to produce your own great winter veggies.

Autumn is a spectacular time of year in South Australia, with a bounty of beautiful blooming colours on show, seen in botanic gardens, suburban streets and flower shows.

How you care for your SA lawn this Autumn will determine the outcome you see in Winter. Turf consultant Stefan Palm shared his experience and advice for maximum results.

Just one hour's drive south of Adelaide's city centre is the world's largest collection of eucalypt species, with over 900 species and over 10,000 individual trees planted over 32 hectares.

Harmony Day is part of a week-long celebration recognising Australia's diversity. Sophie Thomson joined Deb Tribe, solving a diverse range of gardening issues, so your garden is harmonious.

This Friday marks the final edition of Jon Lamb's Good Gardening newsletter. Lamb who spent 57 years at the ABC, 44 on Talkback Gardening said, "I've been completely overwhelmed".

On ABC Talkback Gardening Troy Sincock was joined by Sophie Thomson in Ballarat for the Begonia Festival, and Independent Climatologist Darren Ray provided his in-depth look at Autumn.

Joe Keilenowski has a passion for fruit, and he's growing an abundance of them at Joe's Connected Garden in Adelaide, including figs. "We have over four hundred varieties", he said. 

Alex Klobas from State Flora knows a thing or two about shrubs, and which suit your SA home garden best. Klobas shares his expertise on ABC Talkback Gardening, discussing a multitude of shrubs from small to medium to tall.

Shade is important in creating micro-climates and protecting our homes, and thus us, from the heat caused by rising temperatures. On ABC Talkback Gardening Ben Freeman talkED about his favourite shade trees for small, medium & large gardens.

South Australians with a love of gardening can spend Valentine's Day, and in fact the whole weekend, exploring suburban veggie patches and fruit orchards showcasing what everyday people are growing.

If you live in South Australia, you're no stranger to a summer heatwave. As humans we can seek refuge from the elements, but how do we help our home veggies survive?

An SA-wide heatwave has home gardeners on high alert looking for what actions can be taken to ensure their gardens not just survive but are enabled to thrive. 

Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium of South Australia horticultural curator, Matt Coulter joined Sophie Thomson on ABC Talkback Gardening to discuss the soon-to-bloom corpse flower.