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Dig It - Discussions on Gardening Topics

Chris Day and Peter Brown from Buckingham Garden Centre talk about their gardening experiences, what to do in the garden, seasonal gardening advice and interviews with horticultural experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:07

English Cider

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2021/10/06

English cider interview with Michael JonesIn this podcast Peter Brown chats with local apple enthusiast Michael Jones about his passion for producing cider from an 11-acre community orchard in North Buckinghamshire. In the podcast we learn that cider is basically fermented apple juice however the process from apple to bottle is far from simple! You need plenty of buckets, different apple varieties and the necessary kit, but it’s fun and you are always learning from the process.From selecting the

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57:16

October in the Garden

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2021/09/29

October in the Garden Show NotesIn this autumnal edition of Dig It, Peter Brown and Chris Day discuss the recent September Chelsea Flower Show and how a change of season has created a very different event. Elsewhere the demise of the front garden and the lawn, the concerns over our failing tree population and how moths are being affected by the change from sodium to LED street lights.The Dig it team also look at those vital tasks for the month including making leafmould, protecting tender plants

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1:03:00

Bulbs for Spring

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2021/09/15

Show Notes for Spring Bulbs with Ian ClarkIn this podcast we talk to Ian Clark, Business Manager from Taylors Bulbs. Our chat covers the history and overview of Taylors Bulbs, a look at the commercial aspects of growing bulbs in the field and how spring bulbs continue to rise in popularity with gardeners.Ian discusses the best ways of growing bulbs, how bulbs can help and encourage wildlife into the garden and the best bulbs for indoor forcing and scent.New bulb introductions are discussed, plus a

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49:57

September in the Garden

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2021/09/01

September in the Garden Show NotesSeptember is the month of mellow mists and fruitfulness and in this month’s Dig It podcast Peter Brown and Chris Day look at how the gradual change in seasons is beginning to affect what we harvest, plant and sow in our gardens.Sowing a new lawn, a look at the best edible flowers and how to get the best from your green waste are discussed. Plus, a look at the different cyclamen options available at the Garden Centre, keeping hydrangeas in tip top colour and battling

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1:00:18

Wildlife in the Garden

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2021/08/11

Wildlife in the Garden Show NotesIn this episode we chat with Ed Turpin, Community Wildlife Officer East (Buckinghamshire and East Berkshire) from the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT).As concerns over preserving our wildlife become more important, we talk to Ed about his role as a wildlife officer. We chat about the impact of global warming on our precious wildlife habitats and we also touch on the big peat debate and how we need to change our compost buying habits

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42:05

August in the Garden

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2021/07/28

August in the Garden Show NotesIn this episode Chris and Peter discuss National Allotments week and their drive towards sustainability helped by using water butts and mulch to conserve water.Find out about National Plum Day, Pershore and the Vale of Evesham including the Victoria Plum and how it grows and fruits on North facing walls. We discuss Waspinators and wasp traps to keep the wasps away from your Tea and cake! They also share the difference between High Tea and Afternoon tea.August is the

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1:15:19

Celebrating Roses

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2021/07/14

In this podcast we chat with James Taylor, Nursery Manager and Jo Davey, Marketing Manager from Whartons Nurseries. We look at how roses continue to be admired and prized as our No. 1 favourite flower in the UK. James explains the production journey of a rose from propagation in the field to bringing the finished rose bushes to the Garden Centre. Jo gives us advice on growing roses, dealing with disease and how the new varieties of roses are making an impact in our gardens. We find out from our

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50:48

July in the Garden

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2021/06/30

July in the Garden Show NotesProducts mentionedCottage Delight Sticky Wings and Rib SaucePlant fertilisers and organic sprays: Vitax Q4, Vitax Blood, Fish and Bone, Tomato feed Sulphate of Potash, Vitax Plant Guard Organic for controlling pests and diseases – available in store.Plants mentioned: Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla mollis), Clematis montana, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Hardy geraniums, Mock Orange (Philadelphus) Pyracantha, Apples, Pears, Hellebores, Thyme, Ivy (Hedera), English Lavender,

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1:00:14

Beautiful Bedding

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2021/06/15

Show notes for Bedding Plants with Stuart LowenIn this episode we chat with Stuart Lowen, Marketing Manager from Ball Colegrave. We look at how bedding plants have evolved over the years as well as examine many of the traditional bedding schemes we still enjoy in our gardens. Stuart explains how plant breeding has changed the way we grow one of our most loved summer plants, the Busy Lizzy or Impatien. Stuart provides an insight into how bedding plants come to the market place and the way they are

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51:09

June in the Garden

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2021/06/01

Show notes for June in the GardenAs June arrives, Peter Brown and Chris Day look at the important tasks in the garden including vegetable planning and sowing, allotment hedging ideas, creative planter and basket tips as well as sowing for spring colour. There are two busy weeks of activities through the month, including a special week of gardening aimed specifically at children and featuring Peppa Pig and a themed week on growing for our mental and physical wellbeing. Our special guest is Catherine

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1:08:36

Growing Orchids

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2021/05/26

In this episode we chat to top orchid expert Manos Kanellos and delve into why our love affair with houseplant orchids, especially the Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid) remains as popular as ever. We discuss the care of growing orchids, the process of getting these plants from the test tube to the plant bench at the Garden Centre and we find out more about the potential pitfalls of growing them. Manos also explains how the successful company Growth Technology has revolutionised the way we nurture, feed and

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34:56

May in the Garden

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2021/05/10

May in the Garden Show NotesMay in the garden is certainly a busy month and keeps us gardeners busy. In this episode of Dig it Peter Brown and Chris Day look at how the late spring is affecting our gardens and how using specific plant fertilisers will help your plants recover and prosper this summer. How the gardening trade is coping with plant, gardening products and composts shortage is discussed as well as timely hints and tips on plant supports, choosing bedding plants, organic slug control and

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41:39

April in the garden

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2021/04/16

Chris Day and Peter Brown discuss some things to do in your Garden in April.Plant/Product mentionsTree, Shrub and Tree Planting CompostRosesRose feeds - Top RoseVitax Q4Cosmos SonataAntirrhinum (Snapdragons)SunflowersCamellias, Pieris, Rhododendrons Ericaceous FeedSequestrene TonicPlant stakes - Poppy ForgeGarden CanesWillow / Hazel sticks can be grown from bare-root plants established from November-MarchBird Feeders / Bird foodSowing Cucumbers, Marrow, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Spring Onions and

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1:12:27

Growing Potatoes in Your Garden

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2021/04/16

An interview with John Marshal, expert in growing potatoes and Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal winner.Plant/Product mentionsPotato varieties mentioned: 'Apache', 'Arran Pilot', 'Charlotte', 'Duke of York', 'Highland Burgundy Red', 'Maris Peer', 'Rocket', 'Salad Blue' and 'Swift'.John's Desert Island Potatoes: Early variety 'Duke of York'; Second Early 'Pink Fir Apple' Main crop 'Maris Piper'.Other plants mentioned: Scented Tobacco Plant - Nicotiana. Sweet Potatoes. Yacon.Blight resistant varieties:

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22:24

Dig It Introduction

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2021/04/16

Chris and Peter's first show, giving you a bit of background on who we are, our horticultural background and what to look forward to in our upcoming shows.Plant/Product MentionsEleagnus ebbingeiAntirrhinumsPinks and Carnations (in store only)Houseplants and AccessoriesOrchid ProductsUseful LinksAmateur Gardening magazineBuckingham NurseriesChiltern Music Therapy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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