Master My Garden Podcast

Have you ever been tempted to sow seeds the minute February's frost begins to thaw, only to end up with a garden of spindly plants? In our latest gardening episode, I'll guide you through the dos and…

In this weeks episode John chats with Paul Smyth Head Gardener of RHSI Bellefield. Paul was previously on the podcast almost a year ago in episode 160 which you can listen to here 

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Unlock the secrets to turning your kitchen scraps into garden gold as we welcome Kate Flood, Australia's composting maestro, to the show. Get ready to be equipped with the know-how for crafting the p…

In this weeks episode John looks at what are the best potato varieties to grow from early varieties like Sharpes express, Homeguard and Duke Of York. Second earlies such as the superb British Queens.…

In this weeks episode of Master My Garden Podcast John chats all about gardening jobs for January.

Lets be honest over the next few weeks our social media feeds will be filled with people sowing seed…

You've been with us through the highs and lows of 2023, and now it's time to send off the year and express a heartfelt thank you. Yes, you, our wonderful listeners who've journeyed with us, sharing t…

Ever wondered how a year of challenging weather can impact gardening? Join us in reflecting on the gardening year 2023 in Ireland, a year marked by the wettest March on record, a scorching May, and i…

In this weeks episode John chats with Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland all about wild bird in our gardens. We chat about the best foods to attract in a wide range of birds and how to set up feeding…

In this weeks episode I chat with two fellow gardeners Stela & Julie-Anne all about, The Best Christmas Gifts For Gardeners. 

Having covered this episode before on Master My Garden podcast John was de…

Looking for ways to beat the winter blues right from your home? In this weeks episode John takes you through a journey of transforming your garden with winter colour bringing vibrancy and cheer even …

In this weeks episode John chats with Anya Lautenbach all about her gardening story, her new book "The Money Saving Gardener" and how she inspires so many people online with her channels "Anya The Ga…

Its safe to say that many of our gardens are a little damp at the moment with a run of many wet months here in Ireland. When its like that the garden may not seem like an enticing place however there…

What are the best hedges for your garden? 

The answer to that is wide and in order for you to choose the best hedge you should ask a few questions first. 

• Do I want evergreen or deciduous ?
• Purpose of t…

In this weeks super episode the topic is Daffodils and other bulbs with Dave & Jules from  Esker Farm Daffodils

Gardening enthusiasts, prepare to be dazzled by the delightful world of daffodils as we …

What if you could transform your windswept hill into a serene shelter with just the right selection of trees? This intriguing possibility is the core of this weeks episode when're John answers a list…

Ever wondered how to pick the perfect small trees for your small garden? Well, you're in for a treat! We help a listener, Susie, navigate the complexities of choosing the best plants for her cottage …

This weeks John chats with Jennifer Jewell gardener, garden writer & podcaster  all about her latest book. "What We Sow"

It is an enlightening discussion with Jennifer which takes us through her book…

In this weeks episode John looks at spring flowering bulbs and offers top tips to ensure you get the most from your bulbs. With bulbs it is very hard to fail so even novice Gardners can make great di…

In this weeks episode John chats with Ciaran Fitzgerald head gardener of Johnstown Castle Estate all about the gardens and the restoration that is ongoing down there.

Prepare to embark on a captivati…

After the poor weather through July and August summer planters, window boxes and hanging baskets are not looking their best. In fact they never really got a chance to shine this year and now as the d…