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In this one off episode, I chat to the editor of the English Garden magazine, Clare Foggett, about her new book, Beauty and Abundance recently been published by Quadrille. In this chat, we talk about: How the book came aboutClare's research processWorking with renowned photographer, Jonathan BuckleyClare's second bookThe future of publishingAnd what we can expect from Clare next My thanks to Clare and her team for taking time to schedule and participate in this podcast. And my thanks to you for listening. Mike

In this episode I chat with garden designer, broadcaster, TV presenter and author, Mark Lane. Mark’s brilliant new book, The Future of Gardens, published by Melrose House looks at the future of gardening, including themes of technology, climate change and gardening on another planet.  We talk about: Mark's bookThe Future of GardeningMark’s career, to dateClimate change Mark’s plans for the future, and lots more You can learn more about Mark by following him on his Instagram account (click here), or looking at his website (click here) You can also follow me on my Instagram account (click here). Thanks for listening and I’ll be back soon. Mike

Hello! In this episode of the Mike the Gardener – Gardening Podcast, I chat to award-winning garden designer, writer and author, Juliet Sergeant.  Juliet's new book, ‘The importance of soil’ is published by Frances Lincoln in association with Kew Botanic Gardens. In this episode we chat about: The book and how it came about.When did Juliet's interest in soil first come about?Why Juliet’s walked away from a successful career as a Hospital Doctor Her award-winning Gardens at Chelsea and Hampton Court. Flower showsHer Sussex Gardens schoolRadio and television work, and lots more Follow Juliet by visiting her website - click here Follow Juliet on Instagram -  click here Follow Mike on Instagram – click here Thank you as always for listening. Mike

In this episode of the Mike the Gardener - Gardening Podcast I chat with writer, author and the inspiration behind the Middlesized Garden Youtube Channel and Blog, Alexandra Campbell.  Alexandra’s YouTube channel and blog has attracted a phenomenal 212K subscribers and it’s packed with timely, helpful and interesting plant, garden and design content.  We chat about: - Alexandra’s fascinating career to date - How the Middlesized Garden YouTube Channel and blog came about - The intricacies of recording, editing and presenting - Alexandra’s books, and of course lots more You can subscribe to the Middlesized Garden YouTube channel and blog here.  You can follow the Middlesized Garden on Instagram here You can follow me in Instagram here Thank you for listening and I’ll be back very soon with another great podcast chat.  Mike

Hello, and welcome back to the Mike the Gardener – Gardening Podcast. In this episode, I chat with multi award-winning garden, photographer, Jason Ingram. Jason has been behind the photography of at least 100 books, but, now he has his own book ‘How to Photograph Gardens', published by Ilex books.  The book is packed with helpful and informative garden photography hints and tips, including lighting, composition, and much more. In this episode we chat about: - How the book came about - What makes a Jason Ingram picture? (does he have a style?) - The importance of light (the ‘golden hour’) - The difference between film and digital. - How to overcome disappointing plant portrait backgrounds - How Jason gets the best from the photographer, the presenters he photographs (including Carol Klein, and Monty Don), and much more Thanks so much for listening to this episode, and I look forward to chatting again very soon with another gardening personality. Mike

In this week’s episode of the Mike the Gardener - Gardening Podcast I chat with garden writer, author, garden designer and broadcaster Naomi Slade about her new book, Daffodils - Beautiful varieties for home and garden’, published by Pavilion on 11th March 2025.  We chat about: Her new book The writing process Her career And, of course, much more You can get a copy of Naomi’s new book, and indeed all of her book from her website www.naomislade.com.  Follow Naomi on her Instagram account by clicking here.  Follow me on my Instagram account by clicking here.  Thank you for listening. Mike

In this week's episode of the Mike the Gardner - Gardening Podcast I chat with garden writer, podcaster, gardener and author, Lucy Chamberlain. Lucy's new book, 'Grow Food Anywhere' - published by DK Books and the RHS is out now. We chat about: Her new book & how it came about How Lucy writes Her career in gardening and garden media Her own garden, and, of course lots more You can follow Lucy on her instagram account by clicking here. Listen to Lucy & Saul on their Talking Heads podcast by clicking here You can follow me on my Instagram account by clicking here. Thanks so much for listeningDon't forget to follow and subscribe to ensure you don't miss future episodes See you very soon. Mike

In this episode of the Mike the Gardener - Gardening Podcast, I chat with Josie Lewis, the Head Gardener at Sarah Raven’s garden, Perch Hill in East Sussex. We chat about: Josie’s career to date How she became Head Gardener at Perch Hill Her role and responsibilities The split between admin and gardening  Dahlias, of course, including selection and trialling And much more To learn more about Sarah Raven, click this link To follow Josie Lewis on Instagram, click this link To follow me on Instagram, click this link Thanks for listening and don’t forget to follow and subscribe, and if you’re able please leave a review.  Thank you.  Mike

In this weeks, episode of the Mike The Gardener - Gardening Podcast, I chat to Lucy Butler (@mindful.gardener) from Instagram. Lucy lives with depression, anxiety and low self esteem, but gardening has been her saviour since her late teens. We chat about: Lucy's journey and how living with depression impacts her life How gardening has helped Lucy Smiling depression Lucy's plans for the future You can follow Lucy on her Instagram account by clicking here. Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow and subscribe Mike

Hello, and welcome to the Mike the Gardener – Gardening Podcast. This week, join us as we journey to Burford Garden Company in the stunning Cotswolds, to look at, and buy spring bulbs, and lots, lots more. We have a good look around, enjoying the houseplants, the outdoor garden centre, and the spring bulbs. My thanks to Jess and all at Burford Garden Company for allowing us to record this episode. And I'll be back next week. Thanks for listening. Mike

Hello and welcome back to the Mike, the Gardener – Gardening Podcast. This time, in a spring bulbs special episode, I chat with Otis the Gardener about: Our favourite spring bulbs What we've ordered Where we're going to plant them What compost to use, Lasagna planting Snowdrops & scillas, and everything you could possibly imagine you need to know about spring bulbs It's a fascinating and informative episode, so pop the kettle on, pull up a chair, and treat yourself to half an hour of great gardening facts and fun. See you next time. Mike

In this episode, we go back to Otis and Ben's allotment to talk about: How the weather has impacted growing this year What crops they've grown, what has done well, and not, and why Things they've learnt after three years of growing on the allotment Some useful and helpful hints, tips and hacks You can follow me and Otis on Instagram by clicking the following links: ⁠Mike⁠ ⁠Otis⁠ We will be back again soon to discuss spring flowering bulbs, so do stay tuned. Don't forget to follow and subscribe to ensure you don't miss any episodes. Thank you. Mike

Join me in the second episode of Series 8, when I share what I'm doing here in my own garden on the south coast of the UK. I talk about: What plants I'm growing including tithonia, and ornamental grasses How to care for hostas Overwintering hardy and Abyssinian bananas How to plant a garden effectively Lots of gardening hints, tips and hacks If you have any gardening related questions, do contact me via my Instagram account - click here Thanks for listening and don't forget to follow and subscribe to ensure you don't miss any future episodes. Thank you. Mike

In this episode I head to the nursery of Sienna Hosta to chat about: How to get the very best from your hostas How to win the war with slugs & snails Sienna Hosta's incredible success at nationwide flower shows and their exciting plans for Chelsea 2025, and of course lots more. To find out more and see the incredible range of hostas available to buy, head to the Sienna Hosta website www.siennahosta.co.uk. Don't forget to followed subscribe, and, if you're able please do leave a review. See you shortly for Episode 2! Mike

Welcome to this Chelsea Flower Show special addition with fantastic contributions from: TV presenters Gaby Roslin & Ben Thompson Garden designer Jo Thompson Garden writer Arthur Parkinson Michael Marriott & Rosie Irving Naomi Slade and daughter Holly She Grows Veg Kim Stoddart & Ruth Hayes Sienna Hosta Harespring Cottage Flowers Adam Kirtland Kelly Stone Tom Coleman Alice Hare, and Susie White It's a fascinating episode, as always, which sees me snooping around the Chelsea Flower Show on press day. Thanks for listening and watch out for series 8 coming soon! Mike