Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 11th January 2023 This week's episode is all about the first bulbs out the ground, some garden DIY and sunflowers for 2023! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚
Garden Book Review - 'Grasping The Nettle' by Tamsin Westhorpe Hello and welcome to another garden book review '... from the Potting Bench' brought to you by the Tales From The Potting Bench podcast. This time its the turn of the hilarious page turner of a book 'Grasping The Nettle' by Tamsin Westhorpe . Tamsin has done everything in the horticultural world, you name it - she's done it! Which means that Grasping The Nettle is the perfect insight into the varied world of plants! Grasping The Nett...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 4th January 2023 This week's episode is the first of a new year, as we enter into 2023 with gusto! I'm talking bulbs, bulbs, bulbs, Dahlias, bulbs, bulbs and Tomatoes! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚
Garden Book Review - ' Hortus Curious ' by Mr Plant Geek, Michael Perry. Hello and welcome to another garden book review '... from the Potting Bench' brought to you by the Tales From The Potting Bench podcast. This time its the turn of the neon pink, Hortus Curious by Mr Plant Geek, Michael Perry . Michael is THE authority on the seriously cool plants of he world and his book is another chapter in his journey. Learn about the weird, the wacky and the wonderful, all in Hortus Curious. Hortus Curi...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 28thDecember 2022! This week's episode is all about the thinking about how the changing climate will affect how we garden, seeing how we can all save a bit more water and how much I've neglected my onions! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 21st December 2022! This week's episode is all about the BIG bulb reveal...where I finally let you know how many bulbs made their way to Potting Bench HQ?! Also, what on earth was I doing with those pots earlier in the week AND what has popped up in the garden this week?? So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, s...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 14th December 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week's episode is all about old bulbs, new bulbs, new salvias and a huge thank you from me... So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've e...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 7th December 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week's episode is all about NOT getting outside...you'll have to listen to find out what I mean! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've...
Episode 11: Mark Lane - Broadcaster, Writer, Designer! In the last episode of the current season I had the pleasure of talking to Gardener’s World favourite, Mark Lane. Mark tells me all about his journey to horticulture, which part of his career really brings him the most joy and what we might just see from him in the future. 💜 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...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 30thNovember 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week's episode is all about slowing down and seeing what's around us right now with a little glance at what is to come... So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subs...
Episode 10: James Smith - Young Designer! In this episode I spoke to Young Designer of the year 2021 finalist and RHS Medalist, James Smith. Keep listening to hear just how we think schools can help create an interest in horticulture from a young age and much more… James is still very early in his journey but it was fantastic to talk to a young voice in the bustling world of garden design and to hear a perspective of someone entering into what is bound to be an illustrious career. 💜 This season...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 24th November 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week's episode is all about new borders....dark nights and what gets me through to spring! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjo...
Episode 9: Laetitia Maklouf - The Five Minute Garden! This week’s episode is for those of us that really cannot find the time to get everything done in the garden as I talk to the author of The Five Minute Garden , Laetitia Maklouf. Laetitia’s latest book aims to cut down, those sometimes daunting tasks - into five minute jobs here and there. Something I know we could all do with help with at the moment. Keep listening to hear more! 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Gr...
Garden Book Review - ' Pots ' by Harriet Rycroft Hello and welcome to the first, of I hope many, garden book reviews - brought to you by the Tales From The Potting Bench podcast. During the downtime between seasons of the main podcast (and periodically when there are amazing books released) I hope to bring you reviews of either my favourite garden related books or noteworthy new releases across the horticultural landscape. This time its the turn of the smash, Pots by Harriet Rycroft. Harriet is ...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 16th November 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week's episode is all about trying to enjoy what autumn has as well as looking ahead to the depths of winter! So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, subscribe and s...
Episode 8: Sarah Gerrard-Jones - The Plant Rescuer! This episode is one for the houseplant fans as I’m joined by The Plant Rescuer, Sarah Gerrard-Jones . Sarah has become known for her near miraculous resurrections of plants, long forgotten by their owners. Keep listening to find out just how much light your plants need and a very exciting bit of news, exclusive to Tales From The Potting Bench. You can find Sarah's book aptly titled ' The Plant Rescuer ' in all good bookshops now! 💜 This season...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 9th November 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week I managed to dig up some dahlias and get some winter container potted up, so I've got lots of ideas for you this week. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a family garden, all year round! Please rate, review, su...
Episode 7: Jimi Blake - Gardening for yourself (and your mind)! In this episode I’m joined by gardener and fellow salvia lover, Jimi Blake of Huntingbrook Gardens , near Dublin in Ireland. Jimi has become synonymous with his stunning gardens which have attracted visitors from all over the world for over 20 years. This is an episode that I’ve been dying to share with you all from the moment we recorded it as me Jimi really get into how plants have lead us both on a journey of self discovery. 💜 T...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 2nd November 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week I managed to finish off the tulips and the obsession for pots continues... So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a year round garden! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 BUT WAIT.......
Episode 6: Simon Lycett - Beautiful Blooms across the globe! This week’s episode is a first for the podcast as I’m joined by the very first floristry guest in the form of florist to the stars, Simon Lycett . Simon’s wide ranging career has seen him dress some of the most high profile events across the world, with beautiful blooms. In this conversation you’ll hear him talk about meeting the late Queen Elizabeth II and how his showpiece at this year’s Chelsea came to be. 💜 This season is sponsore...
Welcome to The Potting Bench Diaries - 26th October 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. This week I was joined by a special guest for recording, but you'll have to wait until the end of the episode to hear about that. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a year round garden! Please rate, review, subscribe and...
Episode 5: Lachlan Rae - Searching For The Best Gardens! This episode features a conversation with gardener, horticulturalist and judge of Channel 4’s Garden Of The Year, Lachlan Rae . Lachlan tells me all about his training at The Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh and how his career progressed to television – enjoy! If you’ve enjoyed this episode you may also enjoy the first episode of this season, featuring another Garden Of The Year judge – Manoj Malde 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderf...
Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 19th October 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a year round garden! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Adam Dont forget to listen to this week's main podcast with Tamsin Westhorpe, here !...
Episode 4: Tamsin Westhorpe - Grasping The Nettle! This episode features a conversation with gardener, writer, podcaster and lecturer, Tamsin Westhorpe. There isn't a part of horticulture that Tamsin hasn’t given a go and her latest book tells us all about it! Enjoy! 💜 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 💜 You can follow me on Instagram for ...
Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 12th October 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a year round garden! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Adam
Episode 3: Frances Tophill - The Modern Gardener! In this episode I’m joined by an extra special guest. Gardener, plantsperson, presenter, author and conservationist, Frances Tophill. I caught up with Frances at this years’ Malvern Autumn Show where we talked all about Frances’ inspirational garden at this year’s Gardener’s World Live and much more! 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers made with zero chemicals. Great Fo...
Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 5th October 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about what's currently going on in my own garden. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a year round garden! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Adam
Episode 2: Josie Lewis - Inside Sarah Raven's 'Perch Hill'! In this episode I spoke to Head Gardener of Sarah’ Raven’s Cutting Garden at Perch Hill, Josie Lewis. Josie talked about plant trials for upcoming catalogues and her love of Dahlias and Roses. This is a really fascinating insight into the ins and outs of a working trials garden, especially one that we've all come to love! 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic fertilisers ma...
Welcome to the The Potting Bench Diaries - 28th September 2022! The accompaniment podcast to 'Tales From The Potting Bench' - this is all about whats currently going on in my own garden. So, whether you're in the car, on the commute, in the garden or just at home then this is the perfect snapshot for you about life in a year round garden! Please rate, review, subscribe and share if you've enjoyed this 💚 Adam
Episode 13: Manoj Malde - From Fashion to Passion? The first episode of the new season features a conversation with Garden Designer and Judge on Channel 4’s ‘Garden Of The Year’ – Manoj Malde. Manoj gives a great insight into his previous life in fashion and how gardening isn't all that different from that world! We also talk about his 2017 Chelsea Flower Show garden, inspired by Mexico…Enjoy! 💜 This season is sponsored by the wonderful people at Plant Grow, producers of award winning organic f...
