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Peter is joined by Andrew Tokely, Horticultural Director, of Kings Seeds. Andrew gives some great tips from how to grow plants from seed, when to plant certain crops to how to protect them. Visit the Kings Seeds website here: http://www.kingsseeds.com You can write to Peter at thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Happy New Year to all. This week Peter speaks to Richard Salmon of Pro Lawn Care. Richard's expertise is immediately apparent as he gives some very useful tips on how to make the most of our lawns, whether they need a little attention and care or complete overhaul. You can find out more about Richard and his business here: https://prolawncareuk.com/ Write to Peter at Thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Peter is joined by Jason and Simon of the Real Soil Company who explain why what's written on the bag might not be what's in the bag. https://www.therealsoilcompany.co.uk/ Write to Peter at ThisWeekInTheGarden@Gmail.com A Merry Christmas to all our listeners, we look forward to speaking to you in the new year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

This week Peter resumes his conversation with Doug Harris who explains how Pipe Grafting can yield impressive results, tells the story of his businesses' roots and shares some of the questions he's been asked and most baffled by. Elsewhere Peter has news and is stumped by a listener's question. If you have the answer or would like to send your own question or message to Peter, write to: Thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com You can visit Doug's website here: https://penwoodnurseries.co.uk/wp/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Peter is joined by Douglas "Doug" Harris of Penwood Nurseries. Doug tells us about some of the incredible journey he's been on in his career in horticulture from 1960s New York to Mountaintop camping. Write to Peter at ThisWeekInTheGarden@gmail.com Find out about Doug's Nursery here: https://penwoodnurseries.co.uk/wp/   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Peter is joined by Micropropagation expert Barbara Wright who explains the process and explains how Peat could thrive once again. Write to Peter with your questions, tips and stories at ThisWeekInTheGarden@Gmail.com   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Peter is joined by Chris Wiley of Sow Successful. Chris is part of the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) and an expert grower of Hellebores. Peter has visited Westminster this week to make the case for Peat and tells the story. There are also listener's emails and some tips. Write to Peter at ThisWeekInTheGarden@gmail.com. You can visit Chris' Website here: https://www.sow-successful.com/ You can find out about the YPHA here: https://www.ypha.org.uk/about   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Peter is joined by Henry Oakley this week, a doctor and orchid expert. Henry has written a number of books on both orchids and the role plants play in medicine. Henry gives some tips on how to think about and care for orchids and gives some fascinating information about the history of plants and medicine. You can find Henry's books here: http://www.oakeleybooks.com/ If you'd like to write to Peter, email ThisWeekInTheGarden@Gmail.com.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more

Peter jumps on a plane to visit the International Floriculture Trade Fair. He brings us some interviews from the Netherlands, highlighting what might be some interesting new plants and products as well as offering his perspective on the reopening of the world following the pandemic restrictions. If you'd like to write to Peter, send your emails to thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information ..read more