The Plant Based Podcast
More people than ever are appreciating the importance of plants in our day to day lives. Whether it's a plant-based diet, clothes made from plants, the wellbeing qualities of plants, or simply a fun shelf of cacti and succulents! The Plant Based Podcast is about anything that can be traced back to plants… with subjects ranging from foraging for medicinal plants and baking with edible flowers, to plant-based body builders and clothes made from bamboo... This is not just another gardening podcast.. this is The Plant Based Podcast!
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The Plant Based Podcast S16 E03 - What's happening in the social media world of horticulture from three influencers
10/13/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S16 E03 - What's happening in the social media world of horticulture from three influencers
Do you get lost in the constant online stream of social media? Do you ever wonder how other people feel about it? Does it help or hinder horticulture? and catch up with and to get three different opinions and views on how to enjoy social media and how being in the garden community has benefits - mostly! Afterwards, Michael and Ellen gossip about whatever comes to mind in the moment from creating textured containers in Japan to autumn colours in USA.
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The Plant Based Podcast S16 E02 - Are Chrysanthemums making a comeback with author Naomi Slade
09/29/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S16 E02 - Are Chrysanthemums making a comeback with author Naomi Slade
This episode is with journalist, author, designer and garden consultant, Naomi Slade. Naomi works extensively within the gardening and lifestyle media as a writer and broadcaster plus lectures on a range of specialist subjects. She has written a number of popular gardening books and is an award winning designer often with an environmental focus. So with all of that and a new book about Chrysanthemums recently released, Naomi chats about how to grow them, and why they are set to make a comeback. Afterwards, and gossip from different continents about all kinds of nonsense.
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The Plant Based Podcast E16 E01 - New series kick off with Wildlife Champion Kate Bradbury
09/15/2024
The Plant Based Podcast E16 E01 - New series kick off with Wildlife Champion Kate Bradbury
Starting the new series off with a bang, its wildlife expert and author Kate Bradbury. Kate is a wildlife writer who manages to attract an astounding number of wildlife species into her urban Brighton back garden. She has written for numerous publications over the years, and also features on BBC Gardeners World and is an RHS Ambassador. In this episode we get oodles of inspiration from her to help you bring wildlife back into built-up areas. Grab your notepad, there will be plenty of tips and tricks!
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Signing off for a summer podcast break
07/14/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Signing off for a summer podcast break
In this episode acts suspiciously in a parked car while does the domestic chores. It's the end of series 15 and the podcast will be on summer break - back with a brand new refresh in September 2024. Ellen Mary tries to get Michael to talk about plants but he had too much coffee. Thank you to everyone who has downloaded the podcast and to all of our guests who are equally inspiring. Also thank you to series sponsors Hydria Fountain, go check them out. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 E06 - Clever bird feeders with Finches Friend to stop the spread of disease
07/07/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 E06 - Clever bird feeders with Finches Friend to stop the spread of disease
After disease wiped out the greenfinches in Dick Woods garden, Dick decided to create a high quality, easy clean bird feeder, manufactured in the UK. Dick, along with Andrew, are on the podcast to talk about how to prevent the spread of diseases in the garden and keep birds safe, plus why their products at Finches Friend will help to do this. Check out Finches Friend at: for unique feeders, easy clean and helpful for your garden friends.
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 E05 - Learn about biosecurity with Dario Spagnoli from The Royal Horticultural Society
06/30/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 E05 - Learn about biosecurity with Dario Spagnoli from The Royal Horticultural Society
This weeks episode is all about biosecurity and why should it matter. and chat with Dario Spagniolo The RHS Shows Biosecurity Specialist. Learn about how we can safeguard our gardens, and the UK, from invasive plants, why sneaking back cuttings from your holidays might not be the best souvenir, and other important subjects which safeguard our horticultural landscape. If you'd like to learn more, visit the RHS website and click on the science link. Afterwards Ellen and Michael catch up with a gossip, mostly about anything other than plants! Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - What it's really like to design a show garden at BBC Gardeners World Live with Kim O'Brien
06/23/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - What it's really like to design a show garden at BBC Gardeners World Live with Kim O'Brien
Kim O'Brien also known as designed a showcase garden at BBC Gardeners World Live 2024. So straight after returning home with a Silver Merit chats with Kim about her experience. What was the design inspiration? How was the build process? And what's coming up in the future? Ellen Mary asks the questions in this episode of the podcast. Proud to have Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Bringing some gardening joy with BBC Gardeners World presenter Arit Anderson
06/16/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Bringing some gardening joy with BBC Gardeners World presenter Arit Anderson
Gardening shows are in full swing and gardens are coming to life (mostly despite the rain)! So we thought it would be nice to bring some joy in the wet weather by releasing an old episode about how gardening is filled with joy! And with BBC Gardeners World Live show on at this time of year, it is great timing to hear from BBC Gardeners World presenter Arit Anderson. Hear about Arit's route into horticulture, her passion for spreading the wellbeing benefits of gardening and what a 'holiday' is! Happy gardening. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 E04 - Justin and Gabor from Greens Team
06/09/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 E04 - Justin and Gabor from Greens Team
Ever wondered where the plants on film and TV sets come from? In this episode and chat with Justin and Gabor from Greens Team. Based in Pinewood Studios, they provide natural set dressing for many TV shows and films that you're probablty enjoying right now - from Star Wars to Barbie and many more. Hear how things come together on set, how accuracy is important but not always as much as you’d think plus what happens to the plants afterwards. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 E03 - Opening a garden to the public with Tamsin Westhorpe from Stockton Bury Gardens
06/02/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 E03 - Opening a garden to the public with Tamsin Westhorpe from Stockton Bury Gardens
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a garden open to the public? Do visitors get caught taking cuttings? What other aspects of the business are there to consider other than the plants looking great? Gardener, author, lecturer Tamsin Westhorpe chats with and about behind the scenes at Stockton Bury Gardens. Afterwards, Michael and Ellen chat about pacing yourself, RHS Chelsea Flower show and anything else that springs to mind! Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Plants and feeling like a misfit
05/26/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Plants and feeling like a misfit
In this weeks episode, Michael speaks to Riz Reyes of Heronswood Garden in the USA, and they find they have a lot in common. We think you’re really enjoy this conversation, as Michael is very honest about his upbringing, and insecurities. Michael and Riz compare notes on all aspects of growing up as a bit of a misfit, but with the comfort of a passion for plants! They both grew up hiding amongst the plants, as they didn’t enjoy their school years, but plants always had their back!! Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 E02 - Composting with Kate Turner and Heirloom seed with She Grows Veg
05/19/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 E02 - Composting with Kate Turner and Heirloom seed with She Grows Veg
Kate Turner is a skilled horticulturist who has been working on compost formulations and providing customer advice on all things compost for many years. Find out what exactly compost is, what the biggest changes are including peat free compost and what the future is for compost on the market for gardeners. Afterwards, and chat with Lucy and Kate about their new Heirloom seed company and their plans for RHS Chelsea 2024. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - RHS Malvern 2024
05/12/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - RHS Malvern 2024
In this weeks episode, Ellen and Michael are up the hill, looking down on the RHS Malvern Spring festival, as they review this excellent show. You can expect plenty of gossip, plant reveals, and the usual japes! Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 E01 - The Garden Folk Magazine Takeover Episode
05/05/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 E01 - The Garden Folk Magazine Takeover Episode
The Garden Folk Magazine Takeover Episode A free gardening community magazine we hear?! Yes! The Garden Folk Magazine is a free online magazine for anyone looking for gardening inspiration, advice and encouragement. In this episode hear from the team plus some of the regular contributors as well with some snippets of wisdom! If you’d like to read the magazine head to To keep the magazine running small monthly donations of support are also so very welcome starting at only £1pm. Check out the Garden Folk Instagram @gardenfolkmag Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Ellen's Favourite: Wellbeing with the wonderful Liz Earle
04/28/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Ellen's Favourite: Wellbeing with the wonderful Liz Earle
Back in 2020, Ellen and Michael took a trip to South London to visit TV presenter and entrepreneur Liz Earle in her wellbeing studio. With over 25 years of experience in the beauty, health and wellbeing industry, Liz now heads up one of the most progressive and successful magazines on the subject, not to mention a popular podcast and YouTube channel. This is a listener favourite so it's a re release to get your wellness fix again! They discussed the whole concept of wellbeing and how it relates to plants, with a focus on fermented foods, the right way to follow a vegan diet, the complex world of food supplements and the fantastic properties of many plants. She also taught Ellen and Michael the 5 K's, and gave a few simple tips that everyone can follow in order to get that feel good factor each and every day. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Michael's Favourite: Welcome to the Mush Room
04/20/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Michael's Favourite: Welcome to the Mush Room
In this weeks episode, Michael chooses one of his most memorable episodes, as he and Ellen spoke to the Caley Brothers, who are actually sisters… these wonderful ladies are mushroom farmers, and are really going places, fresh from their amazing display at Chelsea Flower Show, they are at the urban show this weekend, and causing quite a stir. We think you’ll love this episode, and hope it inspires you to grow a few fungi! Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Listener's Favourite: August's Garden
04/14/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S15 - Listener's Favourite: August's Garden
This episode is a listeners favourite! We picked from the top downloaded episodes to start series 15 of the podcast. We couldn't be happier to re-release chatting about her huge career switch into gardening from high up in the sky. and talk with the ever smiling, floral dressing, passionate gardener August - known as Augusts Garden to her over 100,000 instagram followers. Find out how August went from a long career as an air hostess to her work at Belmond le Manoir and gardening with children. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 15 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 - Back to the beginning with Professor Beverley Glover researching bees.
03/24/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 - Back to the beginning with Professor Beverley Glover researching bees.
We’ve decided to re release our first ever podcast episode. This episode has been one of the most popular episodes we’ve recorded and no wonder why! It’s all about bees. Find out all about the Cambridge botanic garden research into the fascinating life of bees. What colours do they prefer? What surfaces do they prefer? We found out with Director of the gardens Professor Glover. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 E06 - The Dark History of Sugar with Dr Neil Buttery
03/17/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 E06 - The Dark History of Sugar with Dr Neil Buttery
Dr. Neil Buttery is the award winning author of The Dark History of Sugar'. He is also a podcaster and cook of British food from the past - and his specialist subject is PUDDINGS! and delve into the history of food including sugar - and it may surprise you! In the Horti Hangout this week meet who steps in for this week and chats with about useful shrubs, writing for magazines, The Garden Media Guild plus much more. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 - The RHS Chelsea Muscular Dystrophy UK Forest Bathing Garden with Ula Maria.
03/10/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 - The RHS Chelsea Muscular Dystrophy UK Forest Bathing Garden with Ula Maria.
The ‘Muscular Dystrophy UK Forest Bathing Garden’ is being designed by Ula Maria. Ula is a renowned garden and landscape designer based in London who specialises in creating distinctive outdoor spaces for private and commercial clients in the UK and overseas. After winning RHS ‘Young Designer of the Year’ in 2017, Ula Maria set up her studio with a focus on creating emotive garden spaces and has previously designed garden spaces at other UK garden shows, but this is her first at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. chats with Ula to find out more about her passion for landscaping and the RHS Chelsea show garden she has designed. Proud to announce Hydria as the series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 E05 - Making Terrariums with Worcester Terrariums, Ben Newell
03/03/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 E05 - Making Terrariums with Worcester Terrariums, Ben Newell
From postman to worldwide known Terrarium expert, Ben Newell otherwise known as started his journey only a few years ago as a content creator. Now his content has had millions of views, he has worked with Marvel, LadBible and some of the most well known faces on social media. Ben joins and on the podcast for this episode about content creation and making terrariums. Afterwards Michael and Ellen chat let lag, upcoming horticultural work, doing things at the last minute and being sea sick! Yes...this is a plant based podcast ;-) Proud to announce Hydria as the series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 - A new allotment initiative by Roots
02/25/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 - A new allotment initiative by Roots
Michael is delivering a solo episode this week, as he chats to Ed Morrison about the unique Roots Allotment project - geared towards the modern allotmenteer, where equipment is shared, plots are smaller, and a no-dig method of growing is encouraged. Listen to Michael chat to Ed about the project in great detail! We think you’ll feel very inspired that we can all grow, wherever we live! Proud to announce Hydria as the series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 E04 - Chatting Gardening with Award Winning Garden Designer and New Author Manoj Malde
02/18/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 E04 - Chatting Gardening with Award Winning Garden Designer and New Author Manoj Malde
Manoj Malde joins and in this weeks episode to talk about the joys of gardening, designing for RHS Chelsea Flower Show and getting married there along with his brand new book called Your Outdoor Room: How to design a garden you can live in which is due to be released soon. Afterwards, Michael and Ellen gossip from opposite sides of the Atlantic, being sleepless in Seattle and Valentines Roses. Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 - The World Child Cancer's Nurturing Garden by Giulio Giorgi.
02/11/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 - The World Child Cancer's Nurturing Garden by Giulio Giorgi.
In this episode talks to RHS Chelsea newcomer Giulio Giorgi all about the design process and why this garden is so important. The World Child Cancer's Nurturing Garden is a sensory haven designed for children with cancer and their families to bring joy, hope and escapism through experiences with nature. After the show, it will be relocated permanently to one of the Young Lives vs Cancer ‘Homes from Home’, which allows families to stay together whilst a child is undergoing cancer treatment. Follow the journey of the garden by following on Instagram plus to see it all coming together. Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 E03 - Learn about Biophilia with Sponsors of the Podcast Hydria Life
02/04/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 E03 - Learn about Biophilia with Sponsors of the Podcast Hydria Life
In this weeks episode meet Joel Web from Hydria Life, who help to bring nature inside and tranquility outside with their clever water fountains. Biophilia is about loving nature and being immersed in the joy of the natural world and can bring great health benefits. In this episode Joel tells us more about it and how Hydria fountains can help bring an extra something special to any garden of any size. We also chat with Jenny Winnard in this weeks 'horticulture hangout' chat where and talk imposter syndrome, forgetting how to start the car and taking inspiration from the RHS shows. Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 - Recording LIVE from IPM in Germany
01/28/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 - Recording LIVE from IPM in Germany
This week, we have a very special treat, as Michael broadcasts from inside an actual greenhouse, in the centre of international trade event, IPM Essen!! Michael chats to Nat Porter from YPHA and Porters Nurseries about what they’ve spotted at the show, if trends actually exist, why some are snobby about what people grow, and tonnes more. A whole hour of two gardening minds chewing horti cud, what more could you want….? Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 E02 - Listening to the sounds of nature with Sound Matters
01/21/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 E02 - Listening to the sounds of nature with Sound Matters
This weeks episode is with Sound Matters. The team who create sound and listening experiences that can help you change the world. Most recently, they recorded sounds around the Newt estate in Somerset, and the fabulous Great Dixter. The sound recordings are not always as you may expect, yes there's bird song- but they also document sounds in the border, amongst log piles, deep in the raised beds, and in the centre of the compost heap. Afterwards, and chat about houseplants, heating and hosting! Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 - Behind the scenes with RHS Malvern Show Lead Kate Dufton
01/14/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 - Behind the scenes with RHS Malvern Show Lead Kate Dufton
Ever wondered what it’s like to pull together an RHS show? In this weeks episode Ellen Mary chats with Show Lead Kate Dufton about the behind the scenes work to make sure everything comes together and what’s coming up for the 2024 show. Find out more about the show and get your tickets including a new type of ticket which Kate tells us all about on the podcast. Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S14 EP01 - With Nick Hamilton
01/07/2024
The Plant Based Podcast S14 EP01 - With Nick Hamilton
Series 14 kicks off with an incredible guest! We always ask guests on the podcast where their gardening journey started, the majority will say from their parents or grandparents who are of course all legends! But imagine if your gardening inspiration was non other than the late Geoff Hamilton! Yes on todays show we have the owner of Barnsdale Gardens, horticulturalist, writer, radio and television broadcaster Nick Hamilton. Hear all about Nick's childhood, gardening gems from his father and the glorious gardens he and the team maintain for visitors. Afterwards, and get together for the first horti hangout of 2024 with gossip, gardening and general chat. Proud to announce Hydria as the new series 14 sponsors! Hydria™ is the world’s first all-in-one water fountain kit that fits any planter or pot. Perfect for patios, balconies and even indoors as a water feature with a difference. Not only can the water sound soothe you and look wonderful in your garden but the fountain is available with various colours, attachments and tiles so you can truly personalise your fountain to your own space. Find out more about Hydria when you listen to the podcast and via their website: Also check them out on socials: Instagram: Facebook:
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The Plant Based Podcast S13 - Xmas Bonus Episode
12/17/2023
The Plant Based Podcast S13 - Xmas Bonus Episode
In our final episode before the festivities, Michael talks to Andrea Lazzeri - connoisseur of poinsettia - about this amazing Christmas star. We have all the tips you need!!
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