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ABC Adelaide's Talkback Gardening

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Get all the right advice you need to grow a healthy garden

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Jul 4, 2026

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Episodes

What to plant and how to see your garden thrive in SA's wintery weather 20.06.2025

The June winter solstice has come and gone, signalling a period of cold, wet winter weather. So what can you do to see your SA garden weather the storm? Sophie Thomson as the tips.

Olivia Newton-John's environmental legacy lives on 13.06.2025

Created with Olivia Newton-John, Jon Dee shares the concept of 'One Tree Per Child' on ABC Talkback Gardening, aiming to ensure every child plants at least one tree at primary school.

Bare-rooted roses lifted and ready for SA home gardens this weekend 06.06.2025

Two-year-old bare-rooted rose bushes are being lifted now and Brian from Wagner's Rose Nursery in SA's south-east shared his rose expertise on ABC Talkback Gardening.

Bare-rooted fruit trees a good option for SA gardeners this Winter 30.05.2025

In South Australia, bare-rooted fruit trees could be an option for your garden this Winter. Sam Luke from Balhannah Nurseries said, "They're deciduous, we can dig them up and sell them".

The SA volunteers saving plants from demolition sites 23.05.2025

Garden Demolition Rescue is an SA not-for-profit community initiative, making a difference, one garden at a time, where volunteers save plants from gardens prior to demolition.

How to 'bird-scape' your SA home garden 16.05.2025

Attracting birds to your home brings your home garden alive, providing habitat for our feathered friends and a dynamic, vibrant environment full of colour and song. 

Australian natives supporting biodiversity & habitat in the suburbs 09.05.2025

Australian Native Plants are more important than ever, helping to support biodiversity and support habitat in our suburbs. Jeff Reid shares his knowledge on what to plant for the best results in SA.

ABC Talkback Gardening bares it all for Nude Gardening Day 02.05.2025

On ABC Talkback Gardening, Deb Tribe & gardening expert Sophie Thomson talk, compost, climate, and getting your kit off, all in the name of the environment.

Compost is like gold for SA home gardens 25.04.2025

On ABC Talkback Gardening, organics recycler, Lachlan Jeffires shared the advantage of great compost in your garden as we celebrate Compost Awareness Week.

Ensure your garden is full of colour this Spring - plant bulbs today! 18.04.2025

With home gardening, it's about planning, doing the work ahead of time, so you reap the future benefits. If you'd like brilliant colour at home this Spring, Merilyn Kuchel says plant bulbs today.

Keeping your garden's trees & plants alive as SA's drought continues 11.04.2025

As South Australia continues to experience warm weather and dry conditions well into April, Brett Draper discussed how to keep your trees & plants alive on ABC Talkback Gardening. 

Rhododendrons, azaleas and an independent look at SA's weather 04.04.2025

On ABC Talkback Gardening Independent climatologist Darren Ray gave his April seasonal outlook for gardeners, while Merilyn Kuchel joined Deb Tribe to talk rhododendrons, azaleas and more colour for your garden.

Landscaping - the tricks, the trends & the emerging SA garden blueprint 28.03.2025

Landscaper & founding Committee Member of the SA Landscape Festival Jamie McIllwain joined Deb Tribe & Sophie Thomson on ABC Talkback Gardening to discuss emerging trends in South Australian landscaping. 

How to bring butterflies to your home garden in SA 21.03.2025

Gardening isn't all about trees, plants and flowers. You can attract wildlife back to your neighbourhood if you know what you're doing. Chair of Butterfly Conservation SA, Bryan Haywood has the tips to attract colourful butterflies.

How to score a grant to help green up Adelaide 14.03.2025

There's nothing more delightful than a fertile, green environment. It's cooling, visually spectacular, and good for the soul. Now you can access funding for a project in your neighbourhood to make things even greener.

Thirsty wildlife in SA gardens seeking food & water during hot weather 07.03.2025

With a long, dry summer and a heatwave kickstarting March, wildlife are heading to home gardens across South Australia in search of hydration and food sources. Zoologist, James Smith explains how you can handle it.

Dahlias make a comeback in SA home gardens 28.02.2025

Perennial plants with tuberous roots, Dahlias are on the comeback trail in South Australia. Known only to the Aztecs until the Spanish conquest, they're now becoming very well known in Adelaide and throughout the regions.

How to prune fruit trees in SA this summer 21.02.2025

On ABC Talkback Gardening, Sophie Thomson and Deb Tribe were joined by Chris Day, a Regenerative Farmer & Edible Landscaper who discussed summer fruit tree pruning in South Australia and took your calls.

The do’s and don’ts of fruit sharing in SA 14.02.2025

Sharing fruit in South Australia is getting complicated and it may not be clear what your responsibilities are as a home gardener. On ABC Talkback Gardening, Fruit Share Adelaide and more share valuable advice. 

When life gives you lemons - Citrus expert Ian Tolley shares his advice 07.02.2025

Citrus expert, Ian Tolley has a lifetime of experience growing lemons, oranges, limes, and more. The seasoned green thumb who loved gardening as a child joined Deb Tribe & Sophie Thomson on ABC Talkback Gardening.

How to protect your plants as hot, dry weather continues throughout SA 31.01.2025

A low-level heatwave in South Australia is keeping the state's home gardens hot and dry for sustained periods. So, how do you protect your precious garden and keep plants healthy for the remainder of summer?

It's a SA heatwave! How to keep your garden cool this summer 24.01.2025

With a heatwave on the way in South Australia, Gardening Australia's Sophie Thomson shared her tips on how to beat the heat in your home garden.

ABC Talkback Gardening with Sophie Thomson on a Saturday 17.01.2025

Leigh Radford was joined by ABC Gardening Australia's Sophie Thomson on a Saturday, as he opened the lines to take your calls on ABC Talkback Gardening.

SA summer gardening tips & advice with horticultural lecturer, Dan Austin 10.01.2025

On ABC Talkback Gardening, Troy Sincock flung open the garden gates to your calls. Horticultural lecturer, Dan Austin provides his expert advice on everything from gall wasps to pears and asparagus.

More rain expected for SA's agricultural regions in 2025 03.01.2025

Despite record low rainfalls recorded in South Australia throughout 2024, Independent Climatologist, Darren Ray says there is reason for farmers to feel more optimistic about the year ahead. 

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