BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast

In this special episode, Monty Don reflects on the gardening life that has inspired millions. From childhood chores that sparked a lifelong passion to becoming one of Britain's most loved gardening broadcasters, Monty shares the personal stories behind his remarkable journey. He talks about the simple pleasure of 'pottering', why getting his hands in the soil still brings him peace, and how gardening continues to support his wellbeing. Warm, thoughtful and full of humour, this conversation offers a rare insight into the experiences, people and moments that shaped Monty's enduring love of gardens and growing.

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This week, Claire packs pots with colour, tucks blueberries into fresh compost and opens the garden gate - or fence - for hedgehogs.

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Adam shares his expert approach to spring bulbs, from reliable naturalisers to show-stopping seasonal surprises. He explains why bulbs are essential for winter and spring colour, how to match them to the right conditions, and why he now pots many bulbs on before planting them out. Adam also shares favourites including snowdrops, alliums, narcissi, snake’s head fritillaries and Tulipa sylvestris, plus practical advice on buying in quantity, planting later in the season and avoiding common mistakes. A warm, practical guide to creating beautiful, long-lasting bulb displays.

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Got half an hour outdoors? Claire has three satisfying late-October jobs to make every minute count.

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Join singer-songwriter Will Young in his two-acre garden as he explores creativity, nature and the patience required to let a landscape reveal itself. In this conversation Will shares how historic walls and unexpected discoveries have shaped his approach. He discusses designing with structure, reusing materials, welcoming wildlife and finding calm through connection with nature. This warm conversation celebrates gardens as places of reflection, reinvention and everyday magic for everyone.

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Lift gladioli, outsmart weeds and turn autumn leaves into garden gold with Claire Vennis from BBC Gardeners’ World magazine.

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World-renowned clematis breeder Raymond Evison CBE shares six decades of experience growing, breeding and championing these spectacular climbers. He explains why clematis are best thought of as climbing perennials, how to prune the three main groups, and why planting deeply can help plants recover from wilt or damage. Raymond also offers practical advice on growing clematis in pots, taking cuttings, layering, watering, choosing scented and wildlife-friendly varieties, and combining clematis with roses, shrubs and trees.

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Grab your secateurs and your cosiest jumper: Claire's jobs this week will bring autumn wins for your garden, wildlife and weekend.

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We spend so much time admiring what grows above ground, but beneath our feet lies one of the most biodiverse habitats on Earth. Soil ecologist Dr Frank Ashwood reveals the remarkable hidden world within our gardens, from earthworms and fungi to springtails, mites, nematodes and tardigrades. Frank explains why healthy soil matters for plants, wildlife, carbon storage, flood resilience and climate change, and shares simple ways gardeners can protect it. Expect fascinating discoveries, practical advice and one memorable takeaway.

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Join Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast presenter Claire Vennis for early October garden wins with jobs for spring colour, a longer-lasting harvest and a garden buzzing with life.

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