BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Dangerous Plants - How to Forage and not Die Oct 22, 2024

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Toxic plants, deadly fungi and mistaken identity in the hedgerows can all lead to unpleasant consequences. In this episode of Dangerous Plants, horticulturist Frances Tophill talks to UK forager James Wood to discuss how to enjoy nature’s bounty throughout the year, tips for how to clarify what is edible and what’s not and encourage us to forage wilder and deeper, safely.

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Travel Tales - Gordon Castle Walled Garden, Scotland Oct 18, 2024

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Tucked away in the heart of the Scottish Highlands is a gardening masterpiece: the Gordon Castle Walled Garden. This eight-acre walled garden is one of the largest in Britain and a stunning example of modern horticulture blended with historic charm. The garden is divided into various sections, each with its own unique character. Be captivated by this stunning walled garden— evoking images of secret, enchanting spaces filled with vibrant blooms and rich history.

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Dangerous Plants - The Cost of Cotton: Slavery’s Legacy and its Environmental Fallout Oct 16, 2024

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How has cotton, a soft staple fibre, been dangerous for centuries - and continues to be so? Threatening human life, natural resources and biodiversity, the cotton plant has wreaked havoc over the years in the slave trade, farming and industry. Joining Frances are Dr Cassandra Gooptar, Lecturer in Legacies of Slavery at the University of Hull, and Environmental Sustainability expert Inemesit Ukpanah

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Dangerous Plants - The Dark Side of Plant Hunting Oct 14, 2024

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Are there plants still to discover and what are the dangers that lurk alongside being a plant hunter? Frances Tophill talks to horticulturalist and author Tom Hart Dyke about what it means to be a modern-day plant hunter.

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Travel Tales - Alhambra Palace and Garden, Spain Oct 11, 2024

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The Alhambra is a magnificent fortress-palace complex perched on a hilltop, celebrated for its

awe-inspiring architecture and exquisite gardens. If you’re a garden enthusiast or someone who appreciates natural beauty, the Alhambra is a must-see. Originally a fortress before becoming a royal palace, the gardens are prime examples of Islamic design, characterized by intricate water features, lush greenery, and serene courtyards.

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Dangerous Plants - Plants that Kill and Cure Oct 09, 2024

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The healing power of plants has been used by humans for thousands of years, and many dangerous plants can also help us. In this episode of Dangerous Plants, Frances Tophill is joined by Dr Sarah Edwards, Plant Records Officer at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum and Ethnobotanist to reveal the mystifying properties of plants that can kill us and heal us.

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Dangerous Plants - Plants that Solve Crimes Oct 07, 2024

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How can plants be used to identify and interpret evidence to help solve crimes and what techniques can be used to do so? Discover how important forensic botany is in criminal cases and if there are plants that can ‘hold’ more evidence than others with Forensic Botanist Mark Spencer.

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Travel Tales - Suizenji Jojuen Garden, Japan Oct 04, 2024

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A visit to Suizenji Jojuen Garden is all about the way the garden captures the heart and soul of Japan. It's a place where history, culture and nature come together. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who loves beautiful places, it has something to offer.

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Dangerous Plants Trailer Sep 30, 2024

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Murder mysteries… poisonous potions… mind altering… wily witchcraft… crime-solving… hedgerow pleasures… perilous industries… plant pursuing. Plants have the capacity to hold secrets, kill, enchant, thrill, heal, harm, entice and nourish. Join British horticulturist, conservationist, author and television presenter Frances Tophill to discover the diverse world of dangerous plants in a new podcast series, starting in October.

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Travel Tales Trailer Sep 27, 2024

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Visit some of the most beautiful gardens around the world with the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast. In our new series, Travel Tales: Gardens of the World, we’ll transport you to tropical paradises, spectacular botanic gardens, scenic nature parks, traditional landscape gardens, historical walled estates and hidden city gems.

Join travel presenter and journalist Carmen Roberts to travel around the globe and delve into the delights of spectacular and inspirational green spaces.

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