21/10/2023

21/10/2023

Author: BBC Radio Ulster October 29, 2023 Duration: 56:04

The weekly gardening programme for keen gardeners with the latest advice, news and visits to gardens large and small around the province. Presented by David Maxwell.


Tune into Gardeners' Corner from BBC Radio Ulster for a weekly dose of practical wisdom and quiet inspiration rooted in the soil of the province. Host David Maxwell guides each episode with the ease of a knowledgeable friend, sharing the latest horticultural advice and seasonal news you can actually use. This isn't just theory; the podcast actively explores, taking you on audio visits to thriving plots and personal havens, from expansive estates to modest backyards, revealing the unique stories they grow. You'll hear firsthand from those who tend them, gathering tips that work in real gardens. It’s a consistent resource for anyone with a trowel and a bit of earth, whether you're nurturing a windowsill herb box or planning a perennial border. The conversation is always grounded, focused on the tangible joys and challenges of growing things. Listen for a genuine connection to the gardening community and a deeper understanding of your own patch, all delivered with the trusted quality of BBC Radio Ulster. Each episode feels like a welcome break, a moment to think about what's possible just outside your door.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 685

Gardeners' Corner
Podcast Episodes
The Belfast jungle, Munstead Wood and young floristry finalists [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:38
David gets a tour of Belfast's new Tropical Ravine. He also catches up with Helen Dillon to find out how things are developing in her new garden south of Dublin. Mark Diacono of River Cottage fame has advice on growing v…
12/05/2018 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:37
It's the Gardeners' Corner phone-in this Saturday morning with David Maxwell and joining him in the studio are gardening experts, Ann Fitzsimons and Neil Porteous. Ann and Neil will also be talking about their favourite…
Garden Show Ireland and Bloomfest [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:32
This week David Maxwell visits Garden Show Ireland in the grounds of Antrim Castle Gardens. It's the 14th year of the show which features gardens, specialist plant stalls and plenty of gardening advice. David catches up…
Glenarm Castle Gardens [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:27
This week's Gardeners' Corner comes from Glenarm Castle gardens where the team answer gardening questions from the audience in the Coach House. Ann Fitzsimons and Cherry Townsend join David Maxwell to provide the gardeni…
Step into spring with Gardeners' Corner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:04
In Gardeners' Corner this week David Maxwell visits Rowallane where Head Gardener Averil Milligan explains to him why the magnificent rhododendrons and camellias do so well there. Averil also has plenty of advice on how…
Gardeners’ Corner Phone-In [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:41
Gardeners’ Corner phone-in with experts Brendan Little and Averil Milligan.
Easter in the Garden [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:24
Gardeners’ Corner is filled with inspiring ideas for the Easter garden.
Hillsborough Horticultural Society 70th-Anniversary Roadshow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:29
David Maxwell hosts the latest Gardeners' Corner roadshow which comes from Hillsborough where the local horticultural society is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2018. David is joined by experts Cherry Townsend and Br…