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- 48. Looking at the UK Garden Sentinel Network - an interview with Peter Crow, Matt Parratt and David Slawson.
PlantNetwork, Botanic Gardens Conservation International and Observatree recently launched their UK Garden Sentinel Network project. To become more familiar with the ideas and the people behind the project, PlantNetwork had a chat with Peter Crow from Observatree, Matt Parratt from Forest Research and David Slawson of Imperial College.
36 min - 47. You've been here how long? An interview with Rupert Wilson and Don Murray
Two of our treasured, long-standing Trustees are leaving the Board this year. With a total of 22 years of service between them, Don and Rupert reflect on what they have done for PlantNetwork and how it has enhanced their careers.
Recommended listening for anyone who is thinking of being a trustee for a charity, or who is interested in PlantNetwork as an organisation.
23 min - 46. Help with developing your career: an interview with Adrian Thorne of the Professional Gardeners' Trust
The second in our series looking at bursaries for horticulturists. We talk to Adrian Thorne, Awards Manager of the Professional Gardeners' Trust. We discuss what the Trust fund, who they are, what makes a good application and how an award can transform your career.
Learn more about the PGT at their website
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15 min - 45. Guest podcast: The magic of the Merlin Trust with Rebecca Slack
Rebecca interviews Sally Pettit, the Chair of the Merlin Trust, new Trustee, Lee Hales and Merlins: Michelle Woodall, Tracy Fahy and Rosie Trehan. For more information visit the https://merlin-trust.org.uk/https://merlin-trust.org.uk/ website.
27 min - 44. Mustering cattle with productivity tips - an interview with Emma Mulcahy
We meet Emma Mulcahy, our new(ish) Administrator. We find out what she did before she boarded the good ship PlantNetwork and a little about what she is passionate about.
15 min - 43. Flowers of the forest - An interview with Amelia Crawford
Amelia Crawford is the botanical artist behind Sylvestris Botanics. We find out more about Amelia's art, her inspirations and her wider career in conservation. Her career is almost completely unclassifiable, and her work very beautiful. You really need to visit her website!
16 min - 42. Castle to garden design via fashion. Award-winning, environmentally focused garden designer, Kristin Clode
Kristina Clode is an award-winning garden designer who specialises in naturalistic planting and sustainable designs that consider, among many other things, the carbon footprint of materials and construction. Kristina has won The Society of Garden Designers 'Design for Environment Award' for the last two years. See more examples of Kristina's work at her website: www.kristinaclodegardendesign.co.uk
21 min - 41: Eagles, Apostles and Arts and Crafts - revisiting Sam Hickmott.
We catch up with Sam Hickmott in our first ever follow-up interview! Sam is Head Gardener at the National Trust's Lytes Cary Manor and Tintinhull Garden. You can contact Sam with your questions by email or through instagram: samuelfinchhorticulture.
14 min - 40: Spider plants, pelargoniums and an absence of chemistry - Mercy Morris
Mercy Morris, Administrator with PlantNetwork, tells us about her horticultural career to date. She discusses her National Plant Collection, regrets the ubiquity of her favourite tool and rejoices in the possibilities available in the sector. The sound quality isn't brilliant (we recorded in very noisy cafe) but Mercy is wonderful to listen to!
19 min - 39: From horticulture to conservation - Joe Clements from the Lowther EstateJoe Clements, Conservation Assistant at the Lowther Estate, tells us about his horticultural training and how useful that is in his conservation role, his new role as a beekeeper, regenerating farmland and the trials of growing succulents in Cumbria.We are exploring different ways to work in horticulture. Get to know the people behind the gardens and the different careers pursued by horticulturists in this series from PlantNetwork – An interview with.... Visit plantnetwork.org to learn more. This episode is hosted by Rebecca Slack, PlantNetwork Coordinator.26 min
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PlantNetwork interviews horticulturists about their gardens and their careers, as well as their favourite plants!