Deryn speaks to John Banasiewicz, a fanatical fern grower with 22 years as president of the WA Fern Society and an extensive garden on a bush block where he grows tropical-style plants in Perth’s, water challenged environment.
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Fuchsias are one of the most prolific flowering patio plants for the home garden. New varieties are bred for their sun hardiness, compact growth and long flowering period. Steve talks with Australian breeder Mal Morgan about new fuchsias and his passion for breeding ornamental plants.
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Deryn talks to Clive Blazey, co-founder of The Diggers Club and the Diggers Foundation, about his new book ‘We Speak For The Trees’.
They discuss how tree planting can hold back climate change and chat about their favourite ornamental and fruit trees for home gardens.
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Steve and Audrey Wood answer questions about growing healthy vegetables at home.
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Deryn speaks with Lesley Corbett, author of Plant Flammability & Planning for Fire, about how to plan a garden that may save your house during a bush fire.
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Deryn and Steve share their gardening tips and hints to help you achieve a thriving veggie patch, lawn and flower garden.
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Listeners have asked us to share the story of our gardening journeys and this weeks release is a podcast that Deryn recorded with Mykal Hoare, host of the new Growing Media podcast.
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Tony Green from Think Green Landscapes and Waterscapes discusses the challenges and benefits of creating a natural swimming pool in the garden.
Glen Mountford is a seed collector and passionate bushman. Together with his wife Wendy they share a love of the land and a strong connection with indigenous culture. We hope you enjoy!
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Hannah Moloney’s new book “The Good Life” is an inspiration encouraging us all To Grow A Better World. Hannah shares her passion for organic gardening, bikes, chickens and goats. A dynamic individual fuelled by radical hope. Enjoy!
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On this episode, Deryn and Steve talk Spring projects in the garden and Audrey shares her favourite Okonomiyaki recipe. Enjoy!
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Michael McCoy, the host of the ABC TV series ‘Dream Gardens’, chats with Deryn about naturalistic plantings, garden design and plant choice and his journey as a gardener, writer and garden designer. Enjoy!!
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Mathew Evans, The Gourmet Farmer, discusses his extraordinary new book “Soil” and the incredible importance that soil plays in all of our lives. Enjoy!!
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Kit Prendergast works at the school of Molecular and Life Sciences, Curtin University. Her current project is a PhD on honeybee and native bee interactions and native pollinator networks.
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Dean McFaull lives on Molly Island surrounded by the Blackwood river in the South West of Western Australia. His daily commute is via boat or barge. Surrounded by the spectacular flora and fauna of the area Dean has developed a deep connection with the incredible 400 plus species of native orchids that abound throughout the wildflower state.
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On this episode, Deryn speaks to Soil Scientist Dr Dan Carter about water repellent soils. Enjoy!
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Ian Parmenter hosted the highly successful and long running ABC cooking show “Consuming Passions” Ian’s love of life and food shine through in his continued desire to encourage future generations to appreciate whats truly important.
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Witchcliffe Ecovillage is a world leader in setting the groundwork and guidelines for establishing a sustainable and ethical community.
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