South Somerset
The GQT team are in South Somerset. Ready to offer their horticultural know-how are Christine Walkden, Anne Swithinbank, and Bob Flowerdew.
How can I deal with garden thugs? Can you recommend a plant that thrives on getting its leaves picked? How can I mow the edges of my lawn?
The GQT team are back to bring their botanical expertise to an audience of keen gardeners in South Somerset. Ready to offer their horticultural know-how are passionate plants woman Christine Walkden, experienced horticulturist Anne Swithinbank, and grow-your-own guru Bob Flowerdew.
For tips and tricks on extending floral displays, GQT regular Matt Biggs hits the ’flower’ on the head with his masterclass on deadheading.
Producer: Dom Tyerman
Assistant Producer: Dulcie Whadcock
Executive Producer: Hannah Newton
A Somethin' Else production for Â鶹ԼÅÄ Radio 4
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Questions and timecodes are below. Where applicable, plant names have been provided.
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Q – What’s your top tips on making sure my lupins continue to grow?
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Q – How do I stop Japanese Anemone from taking over my garden?
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Q – Should I completely chop down my bay tree or prune it? Ìý
(9 minutes 08 seconds)
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Q – Could you recommend a plant or shrub that could endure having its leaves constantly picked off?
(12 minutes 10 seconds)
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Bob –
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Tea Plant
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Anne –
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pelargonium
pelargonium peppermint
Mint
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Q – How do I properly mow my lawn without ruining the foliage surrounding it?
(14 minutes 30 seconds)
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Feature – Matt Biggs deadheading masterclass
(19 minutes 38 seconds)
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Q – What’s wrong the leaves of my autumn Raspberries have turned yellow – what’s wrong with them?
(25 minutes 21 seconds)
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Q – What type of plants would thrive in very rocky soil?
(28 minutes 35 seconds)
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Bob –
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Figs
Grapes
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Anne –
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Herbaceous Perennials
Cat mint
Salvia sylvestris
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Q – What’s causing the old leaves of my weigela to blacken?
(33 minutes 55 seconds)
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Q – What’s the best time of year to take my gardening obsessed partner on holiday?
(37 minutes 00 Seconds)
Broadcasts
- Fri 22 Sep 2023 15:00Â鶹ԼÅÄ Radio 4
- Sun 24 Sep 2023 14:00Â鶹ԼÅÄ Radio 4
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