Best Bareroot Podcasts (2025)

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EP304 - Matt Future Forests Chats Bareroot. From Hedging To Heritage Apples: What Irish Gardeners Are Planting Now 52:20

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Cold weather set the stage and bare root season is off to a flying start. We bring Mattie from Future Forests back on the mic to share straight-talking, field-tested advice on hedging, trees, and the edible surge that’s reshaping Irish gardens. If you’ve ever wondered which whip size actually makes sense, when staking is non‑negotiable, or why thos…

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EP308 - Gardening Year Review & Podcast Review 2025. Storms, Soil, And A Stellar Year 24:23

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Weather wrote a dramatic script this year: a stormy opening, a dreamlike spring, a steady but clouded summer, and a rain-soaked autumn that tested paths, beds, and patience. We trace how those swings shaped real decisions in the garden, from staking and sowing to what to protect, what to lift, and when to wait. You’ll hear why an almost flawless sp…

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Davis Garden Show, 18 December 2025 58:00

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Winter gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP307 - Grow Your Own Workshop Launch 2026 12:43

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After a few years of procrastination and hiding I am delighted to launch my grow your own food workshops for 2026. Two dates 21st February & 21st March are the only two dates for this workshop in 2026. Ready to turn gardening advice into fresh salads, sweet strawberries, and a steady stream of herbs from your own space? We’re opening two small-grou…

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EP306 - Top 10 episode Master My Garden podcast 2025 : Top Ten Garden Favourites 2024 23:57

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Ever wonder what gardeners truly need when the skies won’t clear and the soil stays cold and heavy? We open the vault on six years of downloads to reveal the ten most-listened episodes and the lessons they teach us about resilient design, living soils, and planting that thrives despite the weather. This is a practical, story-rich tour through the c…

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Davis Garden Show, 11 December 2025 58:00

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Winter gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP305 - Christmas Planters For The Festive Season & Beyond!! 24:16

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Your front door deserves more than a week of glitter. We break down how to build Christmas planters that look festive now, thrive in deep shade, and transition smoothly into spring without waste. The secret is designing for longevity: choose a strong evergreen centrepiece, layer hardy winter colour, and add seasonal touches you can lift out in Janu…

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Davis Garden Show, 04 December 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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Davis Garden Show, 27 November 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP303- Christmas Gifts For Gardeners 2026 What’s On Your List? Gifts Gardeners Actually Want This Christmas 1:07:08

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Tired of guesswork and gimmicks? We unpack Christmas gifts that gardeners actually want and use, blending practical tools, cosy comforts, and learning experiences that make a real difference outdoors. Stephen and Eibhlin, long-time listeners at different stages in their gardening journeys, join us to bring fresh ideas that fit small patios, big plo…

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Davis Garden Show, 20 November 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP302- Best Hedging Options For An Irish Garden. Hedge Smarts For Every Garden. 46:26

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Planning a hedge can feel like a maze: endless species, mixed advice, and pressure to get it right for the long haul. We cut through the noise with a clear framework that starts with purpose, respects your site, and ends with a shortlist you can trust. Whether you want privacy that feels soft, a living windbreak, neat garden rooms, or a wildlife co…

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Davis Garden Show, 13 November 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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Davis Garden Show, 06 November 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP301- Balancing Beauty & Biodiversity Support Listener Question Answered: Building A Beautiful Biodiversity Garden Without The Mess 38:13

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A warm, rain-soaked week and a thoughtful listener email sparked a timely deep dive into a familiar garden tension: how do you build a biodiversity-rich space that everyone agrees looks beautiful? We take you step by step through turning a former lawn into a living ecosystem, balancing what pollinators need with what people want to see. If you’ve e…

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Davis Garden Show, 30 October 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP300- Adam Alexander “The Seed Detective” chats seed saving, growing veg, his new book and more 57:53

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A single pepper from a Ukrainian market changed everything. That first bite—thick flesh, layered sweetness, a whisper of heat—sent us and our guest, Adam Alexander (the Seed Detective), down a path that connects flavour, resilience and the quiet power of gardeners who save seed. This is a celebration of living varieties that learn your soil and lig…

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Davis Garden Show, 23 October 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP299- How To Build A Stock-Proof, Beautiful Hedge That Delivers Fruit, Nuts, And Year-Round Interest 26:36

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What if your garden boundary could feed you, shelter wildlife, and still keep a clean line against the field next door? We dive into the art of building an edible hedge that does real work: a thorny native backbone for structure and stock-proofing, layered with fruiting shrubs, nuts, and small trees that lift harvests through the seasons. Starting …

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EP298- Autumn Planting: Why Planting Trees And Shrubs Now Sets You Up For Spring Success 24:13

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The garden might look like it’s winding down, but this is where the smart gains happen. We dig into why autumn gives trees and shrubs a head start: soil stays warm, air cools, energy shifts below ground, and roots quietly get to work while you do less. If you’ve ever been told to wait for spring, you’ll hear exactly how that advice costs time, wate…

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Davis Garden Show, 16 October 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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Davis Garden Show, 09 October 2025 58:00

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Fall gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP297- Tanya Anderson Lovely Greens, chats winter gardening tips, her book and more: From Lovely Greens to Lasting Soil Health: Organic Gardening, Windproof Growing, and Creative Uses for Plants. 42:31

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A windswept island garden, a storm‑proof polycrub, and a no‑dig mindset that turns soil into a living engine—this conversation with Lovely Greens’ Tanya Anderson is a masterclass in practical, organic resilience. We head to the Isle of Man to unpack how climate shapes design, why keeping crops low beats the wind, and how a Shetland‑born polycrub un…

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Davis Garden Show, 02 October 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP296 - Louise From Sunfleck Chats All Things Houseplants: From Décor to Wellbeing: Houseplants That Calm, Heal, and Thrive 48:49

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Your home can feel calmer in minutes—no renovation, no paint—just smarter, kinder plant choices. We sat down with Louise Ryan, plant lover and founder of Sunfleck in Dungarvan, to unpack how indoor greenery genuinely lowers stress, shapes better rooms, and becomes a deeply personal part of daily life. Louise brings the science and the soul: from th…

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Davis Garden Show, 25 September 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP295- Shane Hatton Chats About Bosco’s Garden, Permaculture, Food Forests & More. Permaculture in Practice: The Story of Bosco's Garden 51:53

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Ever wondered how to create a garden that works with nature rather than against it? In this captivating conversation, filmmaker and permaculture practitioner Shane Hatton shares the remarkable evolution of Bosco's Garden in County Kilkenny – a living laboratory where permaculture principles have created a thriving ecosystem. Shane's journey began s…

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Davis Garden Show, 18 September 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP294- 10 Super Plants For Autumn Colour In An Irish Garden. Capturing The Magic Of Autumn Foliage In Your Garden. 22:16

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Autumn's fiery display has arrived slightly earlier this year in Irish gardens, with drought-stressed trees and shrubs responding to recent winds and rain by transforming their foliage into spectacular shades of red, orange, and gold. This timing creates the perfect opportunity to witness these botanical performers at their peak and introduce them …

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Davis Garden Show, 11 September 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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- EP293 Perennial Grow Along September 2025. What You Will Need To Grow Your Own Perennial Border. Seed to Border: The Perennial Grow Along Project 26:07

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Imagine transforming your garden with a beautiful perennial border—all grown from seed at a fraction of the cost of buying established plants. This episode kicks off our exciting Perennial Grow Along project, guiding you through the entire journey from seed to spectacular flowering plants. Growing perennials from seed isn't just economical; it fill…

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EP292- How To Move Plants Within The Garden: Moving Plants Without Trauma. Listener Question Answered. 38:42

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Gardening isn't static—it evolves as we learn, as plants grow, and as our vision for our outdoor spaces changes. Today's episode tackles the art and science of moving plants within your garden, a skill that frees you to redesign without starting over or breaking the bank. We begin by exploring the foundational principle of "right plant, right place…

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Davis Garden Show, 04 September 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP291- What To Sow In September & Other Gardening Jobs. Maximising Your September Garden: What to Sow Now Before Winter 21:18

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Wondering what to plant as summer wanes? Don't put away those seed packets just yet! September offers the perfect conditions for establishing winter-hardy crops that will provide fresh harvests throughout the coldest months. This episode explores the often-overlooked opportunities of September sowing, focusing on crops that thrive when planted now.…

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Davis Garden Show, 28 August 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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Davis Garden Show, 21 August 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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EP290- Fill Your Spring Garden With Colour By Planting Bulbs now!! Dig, Drop, Done: Why Lazy Gardeners Love Bulbs. 37:04

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Spring flowering bulbs are gardening's ultimate return on investment. Planted from September through November, these botanical powerhouses burst forth from winter's grip with waves of colour that evolve from the first snowdrops after Christmas through magnificent tulips and alliums in late May. What sets bulbs apart from other garden plants is thei…

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- EP289 Watering Tips & Keeping Plants Looking Great In This Dry Spell: The Watering Wisdom You Desperately Need 24:03

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Water might be the most overlooked factor in garden success. As temperatures soar and rainfall becomes scarce across the UK and Ireland, understanding proper watering techniques has never been more crucial for garden survival. This episode tackles the surprisingly complex art of effective watering. While not the most glamorous gardening topic, it a…

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Davis Garden Show, 14 August 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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- EP288 Josh Tickell Big Picture Ranch Chats: Soil Revolution: Regenerative Farming's Global Impact 53:09

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Soil health emerges as the unlikely hero in our quest to feed a growing population, reverse climate change, and restore human health in this eye-opening conversation with documentary filmmaker Josh Tickell. As the creative force behind the acclaimed "Kiss the Ground" and "Common Ground" documentaries, Josh brings decades of environmental advocacy e…

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Davis Garden Show, 07 August 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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Davis Garden Show, 31 July 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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- EP287 What To Sow In August & Other Gardening Jobs : Seed Sowing Success for August Gardens 25:11

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Welcome to your essential guide for August gardening success! As summer peaks and the first harvests fill our kitchens, smart gardeners are already planning their next moves. This episode unpacks exactly what you should be sowing now to maintain productivity through autumn and beyond. The transition from July to August brings significant changes in…

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Davis Garden Show, 24 July 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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-EP286 Creating A Wildlife Pond & Making Space For Nature With “Pond Girl Ashley” 59:04

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Dive deep into the fascinating world of wildlife ponds with expert Ashley Dowling, who reveals that creating a thriving aquatic ecosystem involves far more than simply digging a hole and filling it with water. This episode uncovers the secrets to designing pond environments that genuinely support biodiversity through thoughtful construction and pla…

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- EP285 Carlow Garden Festival Unveiled For 2025 With Eileen O Rourke Carlow Tourism 45:24

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Garden enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Carlow Garden Festival returns for its annual celebration of horticultural excellence, running from July 26th to August 3rd, 2024. This year's lineup features an extraordinary collection of gardening luminaries, innovative formats, and breathtaking garden settings across Carlow. The festival opens with a…

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Davis Garden Show, 17 July 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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Davis Garden Show, 10 July 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter

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- EP284 Homemade Fertilisers & Their Benefits In The Garden: Nettle & Comfrey: Creating Natural Fertilisers for Healthier Plants 18:18

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Transform your garden with powerful homemade fertilisers hiding in plain sight! This episode dives into the world of natural plant nutrition, answering listener Cian's question about nettle and comfrey teas. Discover why these humble "weeds" might be your garden's greatest untapped resource. Nettle tea, packed with nitrogen, creates remarkably resi…

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Davis Garden Show, 03 July 2025 58:00

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Summer gardening conversationsBy Don Shor and Lois Richter