This Week In The Garden with Peter Seabrook

As we enter a new year with it's own challenges, Peter reminds us that there's plenty to be occupied with in the garden. There's plenty of preparation to think about and Peter gives us advance warning of a few things that we'd do well to get started with, and tells us about a few things we could think about immediately.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter invites Trevor Pfeiffer of Garden Trade News for a review of some of the events of 2020 and discussion of what they might mean for 2021.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter welcomes Sally van der Horst of Fleuroselect to the podcast this week to talk about the legacy and personality that can be found in a plant and how to get the most colour in your garden. There are tips for planning when to plant seeds for the flowers next year and also how to get the most out of a poinsettia right now.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter presents a guide to all things Christmas tree this week, from how to select your tree to how best to care for it so that it'll last at least as long as the season. Chris Beytes of Grower Talks Magazine calls in from Chicago to compare notes on 2020 from the other side of the atlantic, he also gives some fascinating insight into the latest scientific advances and tells us how to get the most out of our Ponsiettas (glitter not mandatory).  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter is joined by Alan Jones this week. Alan is President of Manor View Farm, Maryland. Peter and Alan compare notes on how plants are cared for on both sides of the atlantic, how technology is being integrated into horticulture, how young people might be attracted to work in the industry and how industry techniques are filtering through to consumers.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter is joined by Robyn Rayner of ACL Essex (https://aclessex.com/), an expert Florist. Robyn helps us out with some ideas on how we can get ready for Christmas and make dinner on Christmas day picture perfect. Peter gives us news and tips.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Peter's been busy planting Roses with Jo and Molly Christman and receives an enlightening lesson in history and scale from Robert Mattock. Happily, he finds time to give us some tips too!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter is joined by David Wilson of Overdevest Nurseries in Pennsylvania, USA. The pair discuss when to buy, how to place and how to care for Japanese maples. David also makes the case for a plant with an unusual nickname. The video mentioned in the podcast can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bB8bTAVwL9c&feature=youtu.be  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter is joined by Sarah Squire of Squires Garden Centres. Sarah shares some very interesting data about this year, which has been extraordinary for both seasoned trade professionals, and newcomers to gardening. Sarah also tells us about some of her favourite plants, tells us how to avoid some new gardener mistakes and gives some tips for your garden. Peter offers some insight into how trees are grown and answers your questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter takes a visit to the Levington Research Station this week to speak to Elaine Gotts about composts and fertiliser. Peter and Elaine cover the history of composts and how they have helped growing in a variety of situations. We also find out a little about what is in the composts, and how to select compost for your plants. Peter also offers tips, advice and news.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ecologist Chris Baines joins us this week, Chris tells us about his award winning new film, The Living Thames, an examination of the River Thames, the many uses people have for it and the creatures who call it home. Peter and Chris also talk about the production and Peter offers some tips for your garden. Chris' Film, The Living Thames can be viewed here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Living-Thames-Sir-David-Attenborough/dp/B08HCPDRJC  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter takes a visit to a very windy Lincolnshire to see some vegetables trials. This episode is a great guide for anyone thinking of growing some food in their garden. Peter gets plenty of recommendations - both for things to grow and for things to eat. Peter also gives a beginners guide to composting to help your vegetables along.  Thanks to our contributors this week: Matt Oliver, Richard Tudor, Keely Watson, Colin Randal, David Coop.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter is joined by Stephen Bennett, former director of the Chelsea flower show. With this year's show cancelled owing to Covid19, Peter and Stephen discuss some of the challenges that the show must face next year, if at all. Elsewhere peter offers some seasonal advice and diary entries.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter is joined by Ian Baldwin, a renowned horticultural consultant, who speaks to us direct from California. Ian is well equipped to tell us about the differences between British and American gardening, the scale of things and sadly, the wildfires the west coast of America are plagued with. Peter and Ian give tips for your garden too.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter explains what's involved in a horticultural trial this week, lifting the lid on some of the process by way of his recent experience of the Rudbeckia trial at Hyde Hall. Peter drafts in some of his fellow judges to give some details and recommendations.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.