#40 - Mulch Ado About Nothing

Cath & Karen are joined by Dr. Mark Gush, Head of Environmental Horticulture at The Royal Horticultural Society, for an illuminating chat on thoughtful water use in the garden and the work of RHS.  No green-fingered listener will want to miss this one! 

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TIMESTAMPS 

0:00 - Introductions and hellos 

1:25 - 'Waterfall' has been nominated as part of The Water Industry Awards 2023 

6:00 - Mark joins the show and explains his work with the RHS 

10:00 - What changes are being witnessed by RHS in regards to climate change within horticulture 

17:30 - The importance of No May May and its long-term impact on the garden 

21:38 - The work of RHS in encouraging wildlife within gardens 

23:06 - RHS tips for considerate water use at home 

27:00 - The importance of mulch  

29:30 - Mark’s personal water use 

34:20 - Final thoughts and farewells 

SHOWNOTES 

Mains To Rains

RHS

Water Industry Awards 2023