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The Plant Pod

The Plant Pod is a podcast where we speak to key industry insiders and leaders in the horticulture industry.

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01:12:05

David Hedges-Gower (Chairman of the Lawn Association )

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2025/10/02

In this episode, I chat with David Hedges-Gower. Lawn Consultant with Modern Lawn Care, and serving as Chairman of the Lawn Association.Lawn AssociationModern Lawn CareDavid LinkedInRoss LinkedInInstagram - The Plant PodFacebook - The Plant Podwww.theplantpod.co.uk

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01:21:08

Frances Tophill (Gardener, Presenter, Author)

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2025/09/07

In this episode, I get to chat with Frances Tophill, a gardener, a presenter and an author. Known for her work on Alan Titchmarsh's Love Your Garden and BBC Gardeners' World.Frances is an inspiration to not only existing gardeners, but also the future generation. She shows what you can achieve with hard work and dedication. Frances's InstagramWaterstones Books PageThe Plant Pod InstagramThe Plant Pod Facebookwww.theplantpod.co.uk

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00:59:28

Alan Down (Former HTA President)

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2025/08/10

In this episode I speak with Alan Down the former HTA president, Alan has over 50 years in the industry, we discuss his start in horticulture, peat free growing, and The HTA.The HTADown To EarthThe Plant Pod

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01:17:30

Reg Moule (Horticulture Expert)

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2025/07/27

In this episode, we chat to Reg Moule. Reg has over five decades of horticulture knowledge, and he is a beloved figure within our industry. We talk about Reg's career, peat free compost and Reg's pet hate in the industry. Reg works for Rowberrys Nursery in Kidderminster and the link to them is below. please go and support this local and independent nursery.RowberrysThe Plant PodLinkedInInstagram

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00:52:04

Laura McArthur (WCG - YPHA - RHS)

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2025/07/18

In this episode, I get to chat with Laura McArthur. Laura is a lecturer at Pershore College, she is on the RHS Bursaries Committee, and is a YPHA Industry Coordinator. On top of this she is also studying for the RHS MHORT. Laura is an inspiration to her students and anybody coming into the horticulture industry. Pershore CollegeYPHARHS Bursaries Instagram - LauraLinkedIn - LauraThe Plant PodInstagram - The Plant PodLinkedIn - Ross DykeFacebook - The Plant Pod

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00:19:55

Boyd Douglas-Davies (Greenfingers Charity Garden)

The Plant Pod ·

2025/06/29

In this episode i speak to Boyd Douglas Davies about the Greenfingers Charity Garden and much more.https://www.greenfingerscharity.org.uk/

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00:32:55

RHS Malvern 2025 ( Josh Egan-Wyer, Rupert Keys, and...

The Plant Pod ·

2025/05/18

In this episode I visited RHS Malvern and got to speak with head of horticulture at WCG Pershore College Josh Egan-Wyer MCIHort. Pershore won the Best in Show for their school garden, which was produced by their supported learning students. They also won a Silver Gilt in the Floral Marquee. What an amazing achievement, by all!I also had the opportunity to speak with Rupert Keys, the founder and managing director of TASK Academy Ltd. we talk about student support and the importance of learning.I then

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00:52:45

The Return of Lee Connelly (The Skinny Jean Gardener)

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2025/05/09

In this episode of The Plant Pod, I speak with Lee Connelly. We discuss his amazing school tour, the documentary being filmed and Captain Red Pepper Pants.For more information, please visit .skinnyjeangardener.co.ukLee - LinkedInLee- Instawww.childrensgardeningweek.co.ukSkinny Jean Gardener Podcast The Plant Pod - InstaRoss Dyke - LinkedInwww.theplantpod.co.uk#theplantpod #horticulture #leeconnelly #childrengardening

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00:18:18

Michael Perry (Mr Plant Geek)

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2024/09/19

In this episode, I talk with Mr Plant Geek Michael Perry. We talk his beginnings in Horticulture and so much more.www.mrplantgeek.com Michael Perry (@mr_plantgeek) • Instagram photos and videos ------------------------- www.theplantpod.co.uk @the_plant_pod • Instagram photos and videos Facebook - The Plant Pod Linkedin - Ross Dyke

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00:23:52

Neil Gow (The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation)

The Plant Pod ·

2024/09/17

In this episode, I got to speak to Neil Gow of The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation. We talk about the amazing work they do with and for horticulture students. About The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation www.theplantpod.co.uk Instagram The Plant Pod Get Children Growing

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00:53:19

Emma O'Neill (Garden Organic)

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2024/05/30

In this episode I got to chat with Emma O'Neill of Garden Organic. Emma is the head gardener over at Garden Organic; through campaigning, research, community work, and advice, Garden Organics' aim is to get people growing in an organic way. Through their innovation, they want to educate the next generation.Garden Organic The Plant Pod Any Questions - ross@theplantpod.co.uk

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01:01:11

Nik Spencer (HERU)

The Plant Pod ·

2024/05/23

In this episode, I got the chance to chat with the Founder and CEO of HERU - Nik Spencer. Nik has drive and passion for the environment and recycling industry, and this really shows with the amazing work he has done. HERU is a cutting edge state of the art way to heat your home. The HERU is a hybrid heat pump. A heat pump extracts heat from a source and then transfers the heat to where it is needed. HERU

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01:15:10

Alan Frampton (Cambridge HOK)

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2024/05/17

In this episode, I chat with Alan Frampton of Cambridge HOK. Alan is fourth generation in the horticulture industry and established the UK's largest cut flower business in 1987. Cambridge HOK The Plant Pod

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01:05:20

Professor Roy Kennedy ( Warwickshire College and...

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2024/04/24

In this episode, I got to sit down with Professor Roy Kennedy of Warwickshire College and University Centre. Roy is the Head of the Department for Higher Education (research and Innovation) at Pershore College. Roy's knowledge is endless, and I could listen to him speak for hours on end.

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01:16:32

Anita O'Brien (Praxis Care)

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2024/04/18

In this episode, I chat with Anita O'Brien, she is the social and therapeutic horticulture coordinator at Praxis Care in County Cork, Ireland. Praxis Care is a social care charity that was founded 40 years ago, they offer a wide range of services across the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, England and The Isle of Man.Home - Praxis Care The Plant Pod Links INSTA FACEBOOK LINKEDiN Apple Podcast Google Podcast Youtube

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00:52:10

Mollie Higginson (New Leaf Plants & YPHA)

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2024/03/20

In this episode of The Plant Pod, I get to sit down and chat with Mollie Higginson. Mollie paves the way for young people in horticulture. She is driven and passionate about what she does in the industry. We talk about New Leaf Plants, The YPHA, HTA and more Click The Links The YPHA New Leaf Plants The HTA NFU The Plant Pod Links FB: The Plant Pod INSTA: The Plant Pod LINKEDIN: Ross Dyke

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01:15:45

Lee Connelly (Skinny Jean Gardener)

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2024/03/10

In this episode of The Plant Pod, I get to chat with Lee Connelly also known as the Skinny Jean Gardener. We talk about how Lee got started in the industry. Trying to get Horticulture onto the school curriculum, he's discussions with the house of Lords, how he became the Blue Peter gardener and so much more!. Lee Connelly Skinny Jean Gardener Podcast www.skinnyjeangardener.co.uk FB: The Plant Pod INSTA: The Plant Pod LINKEDiN: Ross Dyke TIK TOK: @HorticultureStudent

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00:35:38

Amy Stubbs (British Garden Centres)

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2024/03/03

In this episode, I talked with Amy Stubbs , Project and Development Manager at British Garden Centres. We discuss the growth of BGC from its start to where it is now and what the future may hold. We touch on covid in the industry and how important staff training is. https://shop.britishgardencentres.com FB: The Plant Pod Instagram: The Plant Pod LinkedIn: Ross Dyke

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00:37:42

Mark Diggines ( The Apprenticeship)

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2023/10/11

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Diggines, who is the level 3 crop technician tutor over at Pershore College. After the interview, I also speak with 3 of the students who were on the course to get their feedback

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00:45:15

Matthew Maher (Webbs Garden Centre)

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2023/06/23

In this episode I sit down with Matthew Maher, of Webbs Garden Centres. Matt is the production supervisor at the plant nursery at Webbs. He tackles everything from potting, pruning, watering all the way to pest and disease management. We touch on mental health and education in Horticulture

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