The Plant Pod

This episode is two interviews I did at RHS Malvern 2026 with Frances Tophill and Steven from Growing Crazy

In this episode I got to RHS Malvern, and speak with the designers of the Lifted By Birds Garden. We follow on from last weeks podcast and speak to the Greenfingers chairman Boyd Douglas-Davies. Greenfingers Thomas Saunders Jon Pilling Amie Wheeldon James Hopkins Trust The Plant Pod Hornby George PR

In this episode I get to chat with Linda Petrons of the Greenfingers Charity. We discuss how the charity stared, what their goal is, and the upcoming RHS Malvern garden. You can find out more at the link below. Please help raise money where you can and support this amazing charity. Greenfingers Charity - a childrens charity Instagram - Greenfingers Hornby George PR -Website Hornby George PR - Inst...

In this episode, I chat to the 2018 RTE Super Garden Viewers' Choice Award Winner and Host of The Premier Garden Show , Anthony Faulkner. Instagram - Premier Garden Show Podcast The Plant Pod

In this episode we welcome back The Children's Gardening Coach Lee Connelly for round 3. We talk everything school gardening, how to involve parents, teachers, and government. We also discuss Lee's amazing 2025 school tour, where he got 10,000 children gardening. His new podcast Growing Dad, and the RHS Chelsea Flower Garden!! Growing Dad Podcast Lee's LinkedIn Lee's Instagram Scho...

In this episode, I chat with David Hedges-Gower. Lawn Consultant with Modern Lawn Care, and serving as Chairman of the Lawn Association. Lawn Association Modern Lawn Care David LinkedIn Ross LinkedIn Instagram - The Plant Pod Facebook - The Plant Pod www.theplantpod.co.uk

In this episode, I get to chat with Frances Tophill, a gardener, a presenter and an author. Known for her work on Alan Titchmarsh's Love Your Garden and BBC Gardeners' World. Frances is an inspiration to not only existing gardeners, but also the future generation. She shows what you can achieve with hard work and dedication. Frances's Instagram Waterstones Books Page The Plant Pod Inst...

In this episode I speak with Alan Down the former HTA president, Alan has over 50 years in the industry, we discuss his start in horticulture, peat free growing, and The HTA. The HTA Down To Earth The Plant Pod

In this episode, we chat to Reg Moule. Reg has over five decades of horticulture knowledge, and he is a beloved figure within our industry. We talk about Reg's career, peat free compost and Reg's pet hate in the industry. Reg works for Rowberrys Nursery in Kidderminster and the link to them is below. please go and support this local and independent nursery. Rowberrys The Plant Pod LinkedIn...

In this episode, I get to chat with Laura McArthur. Laura is a lecturer at Pershore College, she is on the RHS Bursaries Committee, and is a YPHA Industry Coordinator. On top of this she is also studying for the RHS MHORT. Laura is an inspiration to her students and anybody coming into the horticulture industry. Pershore College YPHA RHS Bursaries Instagram - Laura LinkedIn - Laura The Plant Pod I...

In this episode i speak to Boyd Douglas Davies about the Greenfingers Charity Garden and much more. https://www.greenfingerscharity.org.uk/

In this episode I visited RHS Malvern and got to speak with head of horticulture at WCG Pershore College Josh Egan-Wyer MCIHort. Pershore won the Best in Show for their school garden, which was produced by their supported learning students. They also won a Silver Gilt in the Floral Marquee. What an amazing achievement, by all! I also had the opportunity to speak with Rupert Keys, the founder and m...

In this episode of The Plant Pod, I speak with Lee Connelly. We discuss his amazing school tour, the documentary being filmed and Captain Red Pepper Pants. For more information, please visit . skinnyjeangardener.co.uk Lee - LinkedIn Lee- Insta www.childrensgardeningweek.co.uk Skinny Jean Gardener Podcast The Plant Pod - Insta Ross Dyke - LinkedIn www.theplantpod.co.uk #theplantpod #horticulture #l...

In this episode, I talk with Mr Plant Geek Michael Perry. We talk his beginnings in Horticulture and so much more. www.mrplantgeek.com Michael Perry (@mr_plantgeek) • Instagram photos and videos ------------------------- www.theplantpod.co.uk @the_plant_pod • Instagram photos and videos Facebook - The Plant Pod Linkedin - Ross Dyke

In this episode, I got to speak to Neil Gow of The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation. We talk about the amazing work they do with and for horticulture students. About The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation www.theplantpod.co.uk Instagram The Plant Pod Get Children Growing

In this episode I got to chat with Emma O'Neill of Garden Organic. Emma is the head gardener over at Garden Organic; through campaigning, research, community work, and advice, Garden Organics' aim is to get people growing in an organic way. Through their innovation, they want to educate the next generation. Garden Organic The Plant Pod Any Questions - ross@theplantpod.co.uk

In this episode, I got the chance to chat with the Founder and CEO of HERU - Nik Spencer. Nik has drive and passion for the environment and recycling industry, and this really shows with the amazing work he has done. HERU is a cutting edge state of the art way to heat your home. The HERU is a hybrid heat pump. A heat pump extracts heat from a source and then transfers the heat to where it is neede...

In this episode, I chat with Alan Frampton of Cambridge HOK. Alan is fourth generation in the horticulture industry and established the UK's largest cut flower business in 1987. Cambridge HOK The Plant Pod

In this episode, I got to sit down with Professor Roy Kennedy of Warwickshire College and University Centre. Roy is the Head of the Department for Higher Education (research and Innovation) at Pershore College. Roy's knowledge is endless, and I could listen to him speak for hours on end.

In this episode, I chat with Anita O'Brien, she is the social and therapeutic horticulture coordinator at Praxis Care in County Cork, Ireland. Praxis Care is a social care charity that was founded 40 years ago, they offer a wide range of services across the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, England and The Isle of Man. Home - Praxis Care The Plant Pod Links INSTA FACEBOOK LINKEDiN Apple Podca...

In this episode of The Plant Pod, I get to sit down and chat with Mollie Higginson. Mollie paves the way for young people in horticulture. She is driven and passionate about what she does in the industry. We talk about New Leaf Plants, The YPHA, HTA and more Click The Links The YPHA New Leaf Plants The HTA NFU The Plant Pod Links FB: The Plant Pod INSTA: The Plant Pod LINKEDIN: Ross Dyke

In this episode of The Plant Pod, I get to chat with Lee Connelly also known as the Skinny Jean Gardener. We talk about how Lee got started in the industry. Trying to get Horticulture onto the school curriculum, he's discussions with the house of Lords, how he became the Blue Peter gardener and so much more!. Lee Connelly Skinny Jean Gardener Podcast www.skinnyjeangardener.co.uk FB: The Plant...

In this episode, I talked with Amy Stubbs , Project and Development Manager at British Garden Centres. We discuss the growth of BGC from its start to where it is now and what the future may hold. We touch on covid in the industry and how important staff training is. https://shop.britishgardencentres.com FB: The Plant Pod Instagram: The Plant Pod LinkedIn: Ross Dyke

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Diggines, who is the level 3 crop technician tutor over at Pershore College. After the interview, I also speak with 3 of the students who were on the course to get their feedback

In this episode I sit down with Matthew Maher, of Webbs Garden Centres. Matt is the production supervisor at the plant nursery at Webbs. He tackles everything from potting, pruning, watering all the way to pest and disease management. We touch on mental health and education in Horticulture