Tales From The Potting Bench

Episode 11 : Matthew Pottage - Wisley and beyond! This episode features RHS Wisley’s Curator and Gardener’s Question Time panelist Matthew Pottage . Matthew talks about how his own garden inspires his latest book How To Garden When You Rent and why being the youngest ever RHS garden curator matters to him. 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow , producers of award winni...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 1st June 2022!           An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.             &nbs...

Episode 10 : Michael Marriott - The Rose Expert! This episode features rose expert, rose garden designer, and author Michael Marriott . We talk all about Michael’s extensive rose knowledge, how much easier it is to grow roses than some people may think and about Michael’s brand new book ' Rose ' from RHS and DK Books. 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow , producers of...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 25th May 2022!         An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.               So,...

Episode 9 : Jean Vernon - Addicted To Bees This episode features best selling author Jean Vernon , where she reveals all to me about the secret life of garden pollinators – in all their many forms! 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow , producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater for the planet 💜 &nbs...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 18th May 2022!       An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.             So, whether you're...

Episode 8 : Kenny Raybould - Prince Of Plants This episode features Kenny Raybould , perhaps better known as The Prince Of Plants . We talk all about Kenny’s time at Covent Garden, breaking the ‘rules’ of horticulture and not being afraid to bend the norm when it comes to growing… 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow , producers of award winning organic fertilisers mad...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 11 th May 2022 !     An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.           So, whether you're in the car,...

Episode 7: Sam Corfield This episode features Sam Corfield, also known as The Hairy Horticulturalist . Sam talks to me about his brand new gardening book Sow, Grow, Gather and why its different to other gardening books. 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow , producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and even greater...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 4th May 2022 !   An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.         So, whether you're in the car, on the commute,...

Episode 6: Chris Wiley   This episode features Chris Wiley , owner of plant trial company Sow Successful limited . We talk all about the tests and checks that plants go through and also about the future of peat free growing.  💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people are Plant Grow , producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 27th April 2022 !     An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.     So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the g...

Episode 5: Jo Thompson This episode is a conversation with the Chelsea gold medal winning Garden Designer Jo Thompson . We talk about her inspiration and how she draws from a garden’s surroundings to create something truly unique. 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people are Plant Grow , producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great For your garden and e...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 20th April 2022 !   An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ.   So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just...

Episode 4: Mitch Grows In this episode we’re talking about organic growing and the science behind food production with Mitch Grows as he takes on a brand new project of his own! Mitch’s new growing space is full of opportunity and it’s an interesting experiment to see what can be done on land that has been used for hard agriculture. 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people are Plant Gro...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 13th April 2022 ! An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then t...

Episode 3: Mr Plant Geek, Michael Perry This episode features a conversation with the man, the myth, the legend Michael Perry, otherwise known as Mr Plant Geek . We talk about where it all began and where its heading…Michael always seems to find the most new and unique ways of keeping horticulture fresh and exciting so this is sure to be one you won't want to miss. 💜 This season is sponsored by t...

Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 6th April 2022! An accompaniment to the Tales From The Potting Bench...but this time it's about my garden and what I've been up to this week! Every Wednesday I'll be taking you through a whistle-stop tour of the comings and goings of what's happening at Potting Bench HQ. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then thi...

Episode 2: Cloud Gardener, Jason Williams In the second episode of the new season I spoke to Jason Williams, otherwise known online as Cloud Gardener UK . This episode is all about growing in the sky…or on a balcony at least! We talk about the differences and difficulties between growing ‘on the ground’ and growing in the clouds. Jason’s outlook on the world and how he sees it is wonderful to hear...

Episode 1: Claus Dalby.  In the first episode of the new season I had the extreme pleasure of talking with Danish Gardening Sensation, Claus Dalby ( @ClausDalby ).  An absolute inspiration to many gardeners, especially those who love to grow in pots and containers, as you’ll know that I also love too. We talk about growing across the seasons and Claus’ own inspirations for the way that h...

9️⃣ Episode 9: @dragqueen_gardener . **Now available to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts!** . In this episode I talk to the fabulous @dragqueen_gardener! A truly unique guest on the podcast and surely an episode you won’t forget for a while! . We talk about which came first, the gardening or drag? And what might be next for the Drag Queen Gardener. . If you enjoyed this then w...

8️⃣ Episode 8: @ellenmarygardening. **Now available to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts!**  Join me as I talk to Ellen Mary (@ellenmarygardening) as we discuss, among other thing, the wonderful world of gardening for wellbeing!  Ellen’s book ‘The Joy Of Gardening’ is out now and is available in Waterstones and all good bookshops. You can also find the link there to the podcast...

Join me as I talk to Jane Perrone (@j.l.perrone) as we discuss growing your own indoor jungle and where to get started with houseplants! Jane’s book ‘Legends Of The Leaf’ will be out next year and you can preorder it through the link in her Instagram Bio. You can also find the link there to her podcast ‘On The Ledge’. If you enjoyed this then why not follow Jane for more? . Subscribe today to get...

In this bonus mini episode I caught up with Lee Connelly otherwise know as @skinnyjeangardener on Instagram . Lee is known for his work with both CBBC and Blue Peter and has huge plans with helping schools educate children on the fundamental importance of gardening knowing what you’re growing! . This bonus episode was recorded during the RHS Malvern Autumn Show in September 2021 . If you enjoyed t...

Join me as I talk to Ben Cross (@alstroemeriaben) as we discuss the British grown flowers, the humble Alstroemeria and the sustainability of the past! . The tireless work that Ben does to raise awareness of imported flowers is nothing short of incredible. Some very eye opening stats in this chat I’m sure you’ll not want to miss. . If you enjoyed this then why not follow Ben for more? . Subscribe t...